Radiation Update


Hi All!

Sorry that it has been so long since the last update. Robin is almost done with radiation and has been doing really well. She only has six sessions left and if she is able to stay on track with the schedule she should be done with her last chemo session before the end of the year.

Currently Robin goes to radiation 5 days a week, but it is a short process that only takes a few minutes. She has a very restricted diet, but is making it work and staying social!

Both my parents are staying busy with guests and fun social events. Carol and Gary Larson visited from the bay are about a month ago, Donna and Mark Antonioli were just here this past weekend, and our friend Kyle just flew back to Arizona this afternoon. Denny and Robin attended an awesome birthday party for Bill Hockinson last week and Robin came to a bridal shower for my friend Sarah a couple of weekends ago as well.

Robin has been able to keep volunteering at the Newport Beach Public Library and is keeping up with her Bible study group too! Robin, Dennis and I are looking forward to heading up to Lake Tahoe for Thanksgiving this year to enjoy a little fresh air and relaxation (and I'm sure a little gambling).

We all want to thank everyone for their prayers and kind words throughout this journey. We are ready and optimistic for Robin to be smooth sailing by 2019!

And of course her trusty side kick, Sherman, has not left her side.

Enjoying the Bay Club with the Larsons

Spending some quality time with Kathy's granddaughter Lila Jane

Enjoying the end of summer at the Bay Club

Busted! That is not on your diet.

Hanging with the King!

Friends of Robin are friends of Sherman

The best part of having a wig is that it is very easy to curl your hair!

Sherman enjoying a homemade pumpkin pancake

Sorry Denny!!!




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