Tuesday September 11

This day is one to remember people like Wally who have served our country in the military and other ways. Say a prayer for those you know and those you don't, a lot of which are still in harms way.

Wally ate a whole bowl of Corn Flakes for breakfast and a few sips of yogurt (it is easier for him to sip it). That is great considering he has not eaten much for several weeks. His doctor said that is normal and not to worry too much. She also said that would not keep him from going home. She said that hospice could not give him a nutritional IV, and normally does not do and IV with fluids either. He seems less agitated today too. His radiation today is at 12:15 pm. If all goes well he can go home tomorrow after his radiation is completed. She is looking into how much an ambulance would cost for him to travel home in, since he is so uncomfortable sitting and too weak to walk more then a few feet.

You can tell when he is feeling well because he flirts with the women nurses and doctors! Lots of winks getting passed around! Wally likes the ladies!

Wallys hospital bed is being delivered today. So when he comes home he will have a more comfortable bed that can be adjusted when he wants to sit us. Mostly Wally is doing well with his loss of his independance over the course of the past year. The past month has seen the most change in his being able to do things for himself. There are times when he gets angry and frustrated, but mostly he just accepts help when needed. He is still not good about ASKING for help, but that is just the way he is, never wanting to be a bother to anyone!

Please continue to send cards and notes. He likes knowing you are all thinking about him!