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| Brit and I joined dad for brunch on Sunday February 21. |
I'm happy to update you all on dad's progress as of March 1, 2015. Dad is getting along pretty well. He had a long night of flu several weeks ago, and it has really taken it out of him. He was out of bed all night with stomach flu, the likes of which he hasn't experienced in 50 years. (And don't think for a minute that he enjoyed any of it!!!) Mike Potter brought a lunch over to him the following morning after he had made contact with the sisters, and Cindy checked in on him again that night. The flu was resolved but the weakness has haunted him for weeks, unfortunately.
Dad is dealing with various issues which may be associated with his tumor (which is located behind his left ear and starting to encroach down his neck and further up behind his ear), his macular degeneration, or possibly just miscellaneous aging issues. He's been struggling with hours of dizziness each day, but the more concerning issue is extreme fatigue. Dad's chosen treatment plan since the melanoma was diagnosed was to decline medical intervention. The doctors did not give dad any static about that choice, and sent him home to play this thing out. Naturally dad is not interested in seeking medical consultation on the fatigue or dizziness, but the girls are going to have home health come in a conduct an evaluation this week, just to see if something simple like oxygen will make things more comfortable for him or if there are any other types of strategies we an utilize to make sure he's not uncomfortable.
But, ole dad, he's as cheerful as ever and still sharp as a tack. He's listening to audio books and continues to enjoy surfing the web on his iPad and watching sports on TV.
Following are a few pics from the last couple of weeks:
Regarding communicating with dad, and due to the extreme fatigue, dad is spending less and less time on the phone. So if you try to call him and he doesn't answer, do not be alarmed. Susan and Cindy and the two Mikes are constantly over there and will be able to help if he is ever in trouble. As an alternative to phone calls, please feel free to send him an email or a letter.
Also, we are discouraging personal visits as well because it wipes him out. If you are going to be in town, please check with one of us to see what his situation is that day. He spends hours trying to recover from minor excursions throughout Aberdeen, so we are trying to keep his outings and visitors to a minimum, both in number and duration.
We all appreciate your concern and well wishes! Please send dad an email or a card - those brighten his days so much! Here is his contact information:
Email: oschartz@comcast.net
Mail: Omar Schartz, 17500 West 119th Street, Apartment 3210, Olathe, KS 66061
Many thanks to Susan, Cindy and their husbands Mike and Mike for the extra tender loving care of Dad. Dad feels the same way about that crew of four that are keeping watch over him, and appreciates their love and attention every single day.
Thanks for reading the blog. Let me know if you have any questions (913-645-4651).
Carolyn
Dad is dealing with various issues which may be associated with his tumor (which is located behind his left ear and starting to encroach down his neck and further up behind his ear), his macular degeneration, or possibly just miscellaneous aging issues. He's been struggling with hours of dizziness each day, but the more concerning issue is extreme fatigue. Dad's chosen treatment plan since the melanoma was diagnosed was to decline medical intervention. The doctors did not give dad any static about that choice, and sent him home to play this thing out. Naturally dad is not interested in seeking medical consultation on the fatigue or dizziness, but the girls are going to have home health come in a conduct an evaluation this week, just to see if something simple like oxygen will make things more comfortable for him or if there are any other types of strategies we an utilize to make sure he's not uncomfortable.
But, ole dad, he's as cheerful as ever and still sharp as a tack. He's listening to audio books and continues to enjoy surfing the web on his iPad and watching sports on TV.
Following are a few pics from the last couple of weeks:
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Brit and Payden visited dad for brunch on February 15. So sorry I cannot rotate this picture. It's rotated correctly on my hard drive, but it flips back over when I insert it into this blog.
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Also, we are discouraging personal visits as well because it wipes him out. If you are going to be in town, please check with one of us to see what his situation is that day. He spends hours trying to recover from minor excursions throughout Aberdeen, so we are trying to keep his outings and visitors to a minimum, both in number and duration.
We all appreciate your concern and well wishes! Please send dad an email or a card - those brighten his days so much! Here is his contact information:
Email: oschartz@comcast.net
Mail: Omar Schartz, 17500 West 119th Street, Apartment 3210, Olathe, KS 66061
Many thanks to Susan, Cindy and their husbands Mike and Mike for the extra tender loving care of Dad. Dad feels the same way about that crew of four that are keeping watch over him, and appreciates their love and attention every single day.
Thanks for reading the blog. Let me know if you have any questions (913-645-4651).
Carolyn
Thank You So Much Carolyn. I know it's crazing but he will always be my Father and I will always Love Him. And Will Always Love His Wonderful Girls !!!
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