Finally--it's time for treatment

We got the call Tuesday afternoon from the Radiosurgery Center asking us to come in today for a dry run. They also had the treatment dates. So, this morning we arrived at the center at our appointed time and they whisked Jack off for about 45 minutes. They are very prompt with their appointment schedule, and it appeared they had several dry runs to do today. Cheri, one of the radiation technicians, took pictures of Jack in the mask and body mold. I'll get them posted for you to see soon. He can't move during the procedures at all so he was pleased that he didn't sneeze, cough, or have a runny nose! He will receive a total of 5 treatments, beginning next Monday, June 30, and for each subsequent Monday through July 28. The kidney surgery is scheduled for August 14. It appears everything is falling into place, just like it's supposed to--but we were anxious about the length of time we've waited for this all to begin. God provided the answers that He promises us, when we rely on Him. The remainder of the summer will be taken up with Jack's treatments and surgery, but we didn't have anything else to do!

Next week, we're having a Jack Daniel Family reunion here in Williamsburg. Jon lives here, but the others will be coming in on Wednesday from Florida, Canada and Northern Virginia. On July 4, our golf club has an annual Firecracker tournament, so Jack, Jacquie, Lou & their son Matt will be playing. They make an awesome looking foursome. Then on Saturday, we'll be celebrating birthday's--Lauren's is 7/2, Jack's is 7/9, Sandi's husband Dale's is 7/19, and Tami's is 8/7. And, Sandi's daughter Carsyn will be celebrating her 1/2 birthday--her actual birthday is January 4, so we'll give her 1/2 of a cupcake! We have a special, loving family, and we love one another so very much.

Thanks again for your continuing prayers--Jack and I sense them, and they comfort us. We'll post again after the first radiation treatment. We love all of you, and may God's Blessings be upon each of you.

Love, Karen