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7 p.m.

Thanks for checking in…and thanks for caring so much about Irene’s Journey of Faith…!!!

Irene experienced a really good weekend.  The nausea remained at bay and her energy was good throughout each day.  Yesterday evening we attended church @ Venture in Los Gatos and enjoyed the teaching of our friend, Chip Ingram, http://www.lote.org.  It was also great to see his bride, Theresa…!!!

Today we enjoyed a local nursery and spent the afternoon planting some flowers and ground cover.  I went on a bike ride and, from all appearances, one would never even know that Irene had health concerns at all.  It was a great reprieve.

This Thursday Irene has her quarterly trip to UCSF for blood panels and to see Dr. Lloyd Damon, her Oncologist.

Irene continues to walk in victory…certainly living above her circumstances…for which we’re grateful.

Thanks for caring,
Dave

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Yesterday Irene and I had a great day in the San Simeon area and stayed overnight at one of my client’s hotels, The Morgan. We produced a short commercial advertising The Morgan so were able to mix business and pleasure.  The Morgan is very close to Hearst Castle and a variety of other fun areas to explore …. Harmony, Cayucos and Morro Bay to name a few.  The Morgan is named after Julia Morgan, the architect of Hearst Castle.

Looking at Irene’s photo one would never know she has Primary Amyloidosis, struggles with 24/7 nausea and has kidney dialysis 3 days a week!!!  She’s certainly living above her circumstances ….!!!

We also enjoyed a brief visit with long time friend, John Heading, who owns Cambria Drug and Gift Store.

Thanks for caring,

Dave

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8.30 p.m.

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Irene’s sister Jane was notified by UCSF that her kidney won’t match Irene’s need.  We DEEPLY appreciate Jane’s willingness and know that this development is disappointing for all parties.  We hope for a positive development soon.

Thanks for caring,
Dave

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