The last couple days Jared has done very little other than lay in bed in a dark room, making microscopic movements of his head to indicate his answer to the "yes" or "no" questions I ask him (even talking makes him feel sick). For a guy who has never so much as complained of a headache our entire marriage, it's pretty alarming to see him like this. He did get up this evening though, eat food my mother brought over, and play the piano a bit. I'm hoping the worst of it is over.
When my friend, Emily, heard about Jared she immediately offered to fly out here for a week to help us. I took her up on it, even though I wasn't sure what help we'd need, or if we'd even really need any. Her coming has been awesome for many reasons. Some of them: 1) We've needed tons of spur-of-the-moment child care the last several days that I could never have predicted, and I have no idea how I'd have managed without her simply available to me all the time. 2) She keeps cleaning up after me! 3) It's great for my emotional health to have a best friend around, which was Jared's prediction when we arranged to have her.
I haven't seen Emily in a long time because she's been in India the past year. This little reunion has refreshed my soul. It's weird... I am experiencing some of the most difficult moments of my life, and some of the most sweet and enlivening moments in the same week.
When my friend, Emily, heard about Jared she immediately offered to fly out here for a week to help us. I took her up on it, even though I wasn't sure what help we'd need, or if we'd even really need any. Her coming has been awesome for many reasons. Some of them: 1) We've needed tons of spur-of-the-moment child care the last several days that I could never have predicted, and I have no idea how I'd have managed without her simply available to me all the time. 2) She keeps cleaning up after me! 3) It's great for my emotional health to have a best friend around, which was Jared's prediction when we arranged to have her.
I haven't seen Emily in a long time because she's been in India the past year. This little reunion has refreshed my soul. It's weird... I am experiencing some of the most difficult moments of my life, and some of the most sweet and enlivening moments in the same week.
Here we are bathing Seville together. So much fun!
Jared wouldn't eat anything himself, but he roused himself enough today to feed Seville.
Emily takin' over the bath. Seville lovin' it.
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Jared & Skye, I'm your Dad's friend from high school, who pops into your life now and then -- Sharlene DesRochers. Your Dad left a message last night relating a little about what's been going on with you, so I went through your blog last night -- every word, every video of Seville, every picture. I now feel like I know you and I adore baby Seville. I have fond memories of Jared when he was a baby, and such a bright, coordinated child he was. Thoughts of you filled my mind and heart all night long. I'm sooooo sorry that you're having to go through all of this. It's such a good thing that you're strong, vibrant and have such a tremendous support network. But I want to help, please. I understand that we live fairly close to each other, so I really could help with Seveille or anything. I work at OHSU, so if your doctor hadn't moved to Providence, I would be even more convenient. But Providence is just a little freeway jaunt away. I'm going to talk to your Dad tonight and offer my help and he'll know that I'm sincere.
Thank you for the blog and allowing us to share in your life. I'll definitely be in touch. In the meantime, here are my phone numbers just in case you feel comfortable letting me do something before your Dad reacquaints us -- 503 222-3953 and 503 810-6776.
I'm more than thinking about you, I just don't what the words for explaining that are.
Sharlene DesRochers
Wow, Sharlene. It's amazing the connections we are re-establishing through this seemingly unfortunate escapade. It would be great to talk to you sometime soon. If you don't hear from me, feel free to call me at 503.841.6988. Thanks, Jared
I'm so glad you two are both blogging more often now. How wonderful that Emily is there and Seville is growing so cute!
Sweet, sweet pictures (though rather scary ones of Jared!).
We really missed hanging out with you guys at Sunstone--hopefully next year, if child and other obligations cooperate.
Hi Jared and family. What a sweet little girl you and Skye have. I should be seeing your mom this weekend. We'll try and wear her out before she comes to see you.
Our family will be keeping you and your family in our prayers. Glad to see you in the pictures. Thank you for keeping us updated on your status and Seville's stages of growth. She really is a cute baby!
Matt and Teri Stencil, Amherst
I'm getting some questions on how to leave you a comment, so I'm having to figure it out myself. So - this is a trial run to see how it works.
Hope you are feeling better today!
Dad
wow Jared....you must be extra special. your dad has never even attempted to leave a comment on our blog. i hope you are feeling well in this week before your next treatment.
Diane
To Our Sweet Jared. My name is Diana and your Dad was my first Bishop. He is Wonderful. Your Mom is so caring and giving to everybody. We were truly Blessed to have had your family in the Great Lorain Ward. I just Love the pictures of your precious daughter and beautiful Wife. I am praying for you Daily I will miss your mom this weekend. I will be out of town with my son for his Birthday. I will be coming out next year to visit your parents and I am hoping to see you and your wonderful family next year too. Take Care and know that alot of people in the Great Lorain Ward Love you and are praying for you. Skye has a beautiful voice and your Mom Loves being a Grandma too. That is all she talks about is her Beautiful grandchildren. Take Care,
Sister Diana Crandall
Hi Skye & Jared. We have never met, but had someone close to me suffer from cancer not long ago so have a little bit of understanding. Great to hear that the first set of chemo side effects were bearable. Hopefully it will quickly start haveing the desired effect. No raidiation is also good news.
All the best, I will keep you in my prayers.
Jason (emily friend in ZA)
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