Proud Father

PROUD FATHER   A REDNECK father went to the hospital as his wife was having a baby.  Upon arriving he sits down, and the nurse says,   "Congratulations, your wife has had quints... 5 big baby boys." The Redneck boastfully says,   "I'm not surprised. I have a penis the size of a chimney."   The nurse replies, "You might want to consider getting it cleaned; the babies are black." -------------------------------------------------------------- Gotta tell ya, the swim lessons for kids at SUNY Potsdam is really amazing an great fun for both kids and parents. I couldn't tell who was having more fun, Kel and Heather or Clint and Max!  Took lots of pictures and the girls are happy, so be it. This is my "fee good"week, and I am milking it for all its worth. Actually doing things a normal person does and enjoying every minute of it. Plus my appetite came back and taste buds started to return too. But then I noticed "bumps" on my tongue so I may have thrush. Doctor is not overly concerned (he was told but didn't ask me to come in. Guess the antibiotic he had me on can cause this crap, but now that it's over, it should heal itself -- huh?).  They are not sore or causing me any real issues but if they do,I am to call back and then, I bet he'll see me or give me a script to use.  Oh well, I will see him Monday as this will be my last chemo treatment....hurrah.  Then I shall endure   two weeks from hell as my energy level will be gone, appetite will have decreased,taste buds gone and fatigue will hit big time. Do alot of sleeping after chemo. But hey, life is good. Today, its about 24 degrees outside, but very still, no wind and damn little movement, you could hear a sparrow fart if you stand still and listen...ya,like you're gonna do this.  I need to refill my bird feeders and if nothing else, keep the damn squirrel happy. Have a good day and week folks...and for crying out loud, keep smiling

How to Dress After 50

Many of us over 50 . . . WAY over 50 . . . or on the way to 50 . . . are quite confused about how we should present ourselves. We're unsure about the kind of image we are projecting and whether or not we are correct as we try to conform to current fashions.

Despite what you may have seen on the streets, the following combinations DO NOT go together and should be avoided:

1. A nose ring and bifocals

2. A pierced tongue and dentures

3. Miniskirts and support hose

4. Ankle bracelets and corn pads
5. A belly button ring and a gall bladder surgery scar

6. Midriff shirts and a midriff bulge

7. Pierced nipples that hang below the waist

8. Bikinis and liver spots

9. Short shorts and varicose veins

10. Inline skates and a walker

And the ultimate 'Bad Taste' in fashion:

11. Thongs and Depends

Please keep these basic guidelines foremost in your mind when you shop.

Sunrise -- then no sun later on -- WTH?

Jewish Taxi Driver

The cab driver, an old Jewish gentleman, opened his Eyes wide and stared at the woman. He made no attempt To start the cab. The woman glared back at him and said, "What's wrong With you, honey? - Haven't you ever seen a naked Woman before?" The old Jewish driver answered, "Let me tell you Sumsing, lady – I vasn't staring at you like you Tink; det vould not be proper vair I come from." The drunk woman giggled and responded, "Well, if You're not staring at my boobs or ass sweetie, what Are you doing then?" He paused a moment, then told her..."Vell, M'am, I am looking and I am looking, and I am tinking To myself,'Vair in DA hell is dis lady keeping De money to pay for dis ride? Now, that's a REAL Businessman!

 

3rd Chemo

First we start with Clint's 3rd birthday party, he was born on Oct 29th but due to his Mom's Asian travels, his party was postponed until Sunday, November 11th.

The theme was "Construction" and everyone had a plastic hard hat to wear and Dan and Kel really decorated the garage up nice and as it is heated, it was comfy too.

However, the rain stopped and by 11 it was close to 70 degrees and many folks were stripping out of heavy coats and soaking up the fresh air and sunshine.

Ya, this is Mom and her little man, they are so cute and love each other so much.  She is one happy, proud and good Mommy.

The best gift was the one Daddy got him. After talking about what he might like for days, he said he wanted a tool box just like Dad's.

Well, that is what he got and it's full of "real"tools and he was one happy boy.  Could hardly lift the box but he did, they opened it and had to find scissors to use to open his other gifts.

Oh man did Daddy make his day, good job Dada.

Yes this is me, my third Chemo treatment on Monday, November 12th.  My goal this time is to have one treatment with no sides, wouldn't that be wonderful.

Spoke with the doctor, asked how I was progressing and he said I was doing fine.  White cells well within range, platelets (meaning red I think) were okay and everything was fine.  Kinda of surprised to learn I have been slight anemic since January 2011 but that was when I had my colon surgery. This will be addressed and something done once chemo ends -- most likely this means iron tablets or something. Iron and me don't get along but we shall see.

After my 4th chemo treatment, which is scheduled for Dec 3rd, Dr. Gold will refer me to the radiation oncologist, Dr. Hauerstock and we'll discuss the radiation treatment plan. Normally they like to see a break between programs and I'm hoping they'll day we'll start in January so I can have my holiday.  Of course, it really doesn't matter because regardless blood will still be drawn and checked to insure everything is okay. Chemo drugs continue to flow through the body for a long time

However, the dry mouth is gone, appetite is back with just a slight metallic taste left and I was irked to learn I regained 4 pounds. So now I am cutting out sweets and cutting  back on my food intake.  I know, I need this weight for various reasons but I liked being a bit thinner and as long as I keep drinking, I shall be fine.

Ya, just when you start feeling good, energy level back and all that, treatment hits and the lovely neulasta shot and soon, you are sensing the fatigue again and desire to nap alot. Oh well, I did get quite a few errands run before exhaustion hit.

You all have a great week, I sure as hell am!

Bob's Funeral

Bob  works hard at the office but  spends  two  nights each week bowling,  and  plays  golf every Saturday.   His  wife thinks he's pushing himself too hard, so  for his birthday she takes him to a localstrip  club.   The  doorman at the club greets them and says, 'Hey,  Bob! How ya doin?'   His wife is puzzled  and asks if he's been to this club  before.    'Oh  no,' says Bob.   'He's in my bowling  league.   When they are  seated, a waitress asks Bob  if he'd like  his usual and brings over a  Budweiser.   His  wife is becoming increasingly uncomfortable and  says, 'How did she  know  that you drink Budweiser?'   'I recognize  her, she's the waitress from the golf  club.   I always have a Bud at the end of  the 1st nine, honey.'   A stripper then  comes over to their table, throws her arms  around Bob, starts to  rub  herself all over him and  says,   'Hi  Bobby. Want your usual table dance, big  boy?'   Bob's wife, now furious, grabs her  purse and storms out of the club.   Bob  follows and spots her getting into a  cab.   Before she can slam the door, he  jumps in beside her. Bob  tries desperately to explain how the stripper  must have mistaken him for someone else, but his  wife is having none of it .   She is  screaming at him at the top of her lungs,  calling him every 4 letter word in the  book..   The cabby turns around and  says,   'Geez Bob, you picked up a real  bitch this time.'   BOB's funeral will  be on Saturday.

 

Today is MY Birthday

Finally after a ten day hospital stay, which was not pleasant but needed, on October 22nd, I had my second chemo treatment.  All was good until Nov 1st when the doctor (actually the nurse) called to say the doctor wanted me to come in Friday and get some fluids as my fluid level was low and also, once that 2 and half hour number was over, he'd like an ultrasound just to check on my kidneys.

Once that was completed I was advised to drink more and the latest blood tests showed my levels were coming up and things looked better but drink, damnit, drink!  Also more lab work on the 5th -- damn vampires like their blood.

So feeling good and everyone wanting damn photos, I took this one and said, "enjoy!" There is no way in hell a bald photo is gonna be taken much less posted.  I detest this bald look.  
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A dear friend made me,home made mind ya and her own design, two toques and man do they fit and feel wonderful.  I have always wanted something she made, she does beautiful work but hardly imagine it would be something I would truly need.  Regardless I am extremely thankful.

Here's one of the toques...like I said its great and keeps my head warm too.

Weather has decided to turn chilly and while I already have issues with staying warm, this hat makes life bearable.



So as I start to feel better, my appetite is slowing coming back and I am eating a bit more.  When you can't taste anything, eating and drinking is difficult but I literally force myself to do both. Obviously more drinking is required so I am upping that number too.

My grandson did not care for my multi-colored hair and whipped this wig right off and then, went about trick or treating, it was pretty funny.

So today is my birthday and Facebook is filling up constantly with birthday wishes, which is amazing.  At some point kids will call and that will be great too.  This evening, family and I shall head to Hotel Grande for dinner, then back here for dessert. Go early and not hang about too long and I should be fine.  My energy level doesn't allow for long hauls but I am getting better and as they say, when you start to feel good, then its time for another treatment. I am feeling great but Monday, Nov 12th is my 3rd treatment.  Let's hope this one goes off with no cliches. 

So you all have a lovely day...keep smiling, life is good.