Hi kids

Dad had his last chemo treatment Friday, June 17. We are praising God for His healing touch, and that only six treatments were needed, instead of the eight the doctors first anticipated. Monday he met with the oncologist to set up a schedule for radiation. Each day for two weeks, treatments on his right hip will begin July 18, after we come back from Benjamin’s baptism. The doctor does not think there will be severe side affects. Good thing since Dad already lost most of his hair, and its just beginning to grow back on his head like a fuzz ball. Tomorrow he will have his CT scan to see how affective the chemo has been. We pray that Dad is totally healed and will not need any more. After each treatment, it takes that much longer for him to bounce back. We can count on the first ten days, that his energy level steadily declines.

The house renovations for this year are nearly complete. The roof was reshingled last month; the fascia, soffit and eaves were replaced two weeks ago; and now the back porch is nearly done. The old one was torn down, the fence pushed out, new patio stones laid. All that needs to be done is having shingles and fascia added. We are already enjoying our after work cup of tea and dinners on the patio, and look forward to entertaining our friends as soon as Dad has the energy to do so.

We thank our friends, Hennie Slikker & Gerry Wyenberg for providing transportation to and from the Cancer Clinic on Dad’s chemo days, allowing me the peace of mind to be at work. We also thank those who sent cards of encouragement, prayers of healing and food when we were both too tired to even think of eating. God is good.

Love, Mom & Dad