We met with Dad's Primary Care Physician today at Kaiser to hear the results of the pathology report, ask some questions, and find out what we can about what's next. We are devastated to report that the diagnosis IS glioblastoma, a very aggressive brain cancer.
We still have lots of questions, and have not met with the team of two oncologists. Those appointments come over the next week, as we learn more about the choices to be made regarding treatment, comfort, lifestyle, etc. Dad and the rest of us are still digesting. Everything has changed.
We are full up with food in the house and support/helpers right now at least for the next several days. Within a week or so we hope to be using a website already set up by the lovely Debra Thomas to help coordinate helpers/visits/food, etc. (please stay tuned). Patty's cell phone is still on tilt and there's a million things that need to happen. Thanks for your patience.
Dad is really digging the (snail mail) cards, and we are already working on ideas for a display of sorts in the house. It would be awesome if you send him a good story, a few jokes, or whatever sentiments arise in an old school card or letter (1554 N Wygant St., Portland, OR 97217). You can also send him a text.
Thank you, everybody. Go hug your people!
Mark
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