Good fence sense

Gilly was greeted with a headache first thing this morning, much like yesterday. He assured me on both occasions that it is not a pounding one. He took some Tylenol, and did not have to take another dose. Dr. Wan explained that the type of headache I should worry about would be blatantly obvious; there would be no question. Today did not seem acute.

The fatigue is extreme at this stage, but he managed to rise from bed before me this morning, made himself a pot of coffee and then spoiled me with a fresh caffeinated batch just for me.

It was an action packed day at the Schwager homestead. Cathy and Uncle Butch arrived first, soon followed by Auntie Ruth John, Stacey, Justin and Kyle. The food fest was about to begin.

John called ahead on Friday, and packed his clothes carefully for a Sunday morning fence raising, weather permitting. The sun broke through signaling Harold, who showed up soon after to help get the project started. There was one kink in the works; no instructions. A trip to Rona Hardware helped the crew realise that the fence idea requires further investigation before work can commence.

In the meantime, a crowd was forming; Joey, Susie and Noam arrived with more bagels, followed by Fred and Debbie moments later laden with packages of their own. We ate and discussed fence options among many other topics. As usual, there were many varied conversations going on. Lots of love and good spirit was shared.

Gilly took part in some of the discussion, more so than usual, I’d say (see photo). He ate very little, however he did nibble distractedly now and again, which is why eating in company is so important.

Yaron slept through the festivities, which would be nothing short of miraculous for most of us, but teenagers and their sleep patterns form a class all their own.

Gilly retired to his comfort zone as the day progressed, but chose to ascend each time new company arrived. Grandma Shirley came by to top off her day, Melanie and Joseph brought warm smiles and a delicious dose of protein, and Aviyam, Cynthia and Ezra passed by to say hi and share joyous news hot off the press; Ronen was born to Elana and Duds. I just got off the phone with Duds, and all 5 are doing well. A hearty Mazel Tov to the Friedman clan.

Joey’s dog Buddy met Liylah face to face for the first time. Kissing cousins they’ll never be. Buddy seems not to believe that such a large creature could be so gentle.

Tamara scooted in for a quick kiss and the day drew to a close at about 7:00 P.M.

Tomorrow it is back to real world; EEG at 11:30 and radiation at 4:00. We hope to sup with Renée if Gilly is up to it.