Day 6

Not much change today. Peter had the morphine pump removed and now has pills to take if he needs it for the pain in his legs. So far tylenol is working so lets hope it keeps up. He continues to feel pretty good, can stay awake most of the day, and his drs. are very pleased with his progress.

Peter had 2 female visitors today, Arlene and Linda. He enjoys the company - I don't count as company! He did say he was tired and since Linda and I were going out to eat, we left early. One of the volunteers at the hospital recommended a chinese restaurant near our hotel. It was excellent.

Speaking of volunteers, there is a different volunteer each day who comes to visit each patient. They mainly just chat for 10-15 minutes and then move on to the next patient. All of the ones we have met have been cancer survivors so I think there is a special bond there. There is also a lady who comes in dressed like a clown. She has snacks, magazines, books for the patients. The snacks are at no charge.

Linda is staying here with me tonight. It is so nice to have someone to talk to! Night time can be very long when you are by yourself. I have great friends who come and encourage me to get out. Usually if I am not in Peter's hospital room I am back at the hotel all locked in.

Thanks for your thoughts and prayers.

Wendy