Great week!

Missing a week of chemo really made a difference in my week. Less fatigue and the rash is almost gone! The hair is almost gone too!

Yesterday we drove to Tucson where it was 18 degrees! We didn't have to go to Chicago to cool off! My chemo resumed at a lesser dosage in hopes that my white cell count will remain in the safe zone, and next week we'll find out if it worked. All of the medical folks that work with me are very pleasant and professional which helps the experience to be more "enjoyable." The 30 minute chemo infusion goes by very quickly. There is a nurse who was assigned to me several weeks ago who is always available to brief me on not only what is happening but also with what will take place. If she isn't in sight, we have her paged or call her at her personal number. So, due to her input I know more than I understand! Tracking of so much data for the research is mind boggling, but thank God that all of the info will someday help someone with melanoma, if not me.

In 1988, Mary and I had the privilege of visiting the Holy Land with a friend who was to be our guide on a "walking tour." Before we left the States he emphasized how we had to be "fit" for our coming adventure. He encouraged us to walk every day and have comfortable hiking shoes. Our tour was great since we were "fit."

This week I read in Hebrews 10 (The Message), "...we are made fit for God by the once and for all sacrifice of Jesus." A pretty profound statement. But suppose that it is true! I'm already fit and ready for God because of what Jesus did. But shouldn't I try and go to church more, give more alms, do more penance, or whatever to be ready to meet God when He calls me home? Jesus did all that was needed ONCE on the cross for me to be ready or "fit" for Him. How can puny little me add anything to what God has already done? One day at a time. That is one of God's promises for me this week.