Thirty Days

 

When we think of thirty days,  one can say “I can do/or give up ________ ( fill in your own blank- sweets, exercise, wine ,etc) for thirty days.”  Often thirty days can go quickly, thirty days till Christmas, thirty days till school is out, thirty days till vacation.  For the Lu’s today marks thirty days since Daryl had his tracheostomy.  We have had many challenges and changes to his health, in these last thirty days. Many of those days seemed like they were thirty days rolled into one! We feel very blessed to have amazing support from our family and friends near and far! We enjoy the texts, emails, comments and well wishes!

Today was a great day! He went for a nice walk, sat in the chair, gave himself a shave and got a nice hair wash!  Look at that handsome man in the picture! Also, Jeff Chine rode his bike 66 miles for Padres Pedal for the Cause, to Cure Cancer, in honor of Daryl. We want to thank and all those who donated in Daryl’s honor and  big THANK YOU to Jeff for the “leg work”!

 

 

 

 

 

 

We are hopeful Daryl will be able to come home this week. This will be a time for him to get strong and prepare for the “big” surgery. There is nothing like being home and I know Vern (feline) Lu will be happy to have him home!

Daryl’s positive attitude and strong spirit  are a testament to his faith and the type of true MAN he is.   One of  Daryl’s  greatest gifts, is his amazing smile! His smile is the window to his soul and it brightens everyone’s day! The nurse always remark how positive he is and even the Dr’s  have commented on his great smile!  Daryl’s smile speaks more than words could ever say!

I want to close by, taking a moment to brag about what an amazing man Daryl is. Over the last year, he has endured many physical and emotional  challenges since his cancer diagnosis. These last thirty days, have been the biggest “battle” of our lives.  There have been some true reality checks,  tough days, and long nights.  Daryl has been unable eat, drink or speak a word in thirty days, only communicating by writing, gesturing and  mouthing words. Take a moment and imagine all news from the blogs, and not being able to speak and express emotions. . . . . that has been Daryl Lu. His strength is truly remarkable. He is a one of a kind, and I feel blessed and honored to be called his wife.

We are buckling our seat belts for the next thirty days. Please continue the prayers and positive thoughts! We love you all!