Yesterday. Let's note that date -- February 2nd, 2017. Groundhog day. I learn I don't have cancer. None. No more tests, blood draws, CT scans, X-rays, Pet scans, appointments, paperwork. Go home. Live.

Ah.

How I appreciate the pouring in of concern, love, and support that has been happening for this long, long time. Kindnesses of every sort. A window to see what is real, and good, and strong.

Thank you.

No, I didn't run up the Art Museum steps like Rocky did. I thought about it, though. On the way home Wendy stopped so I could walk around the farm. Aidan was already home so he walked with me. I made the round as usual and it was fine for my altered lung. No worries. Toby and Frezz greeted me coming back to the porch steps. Nice. Then, Wendy took me on home.

How I miss Jeanenne who was with me for the better part of a month. We started fixing up my bedroom since I've added a heart monitor gizmo and a CPAP machine which was all way too much like hospital stuff so I wanted to alter that feeling and generally brighten it up. We had a grand time at the ends of discount store aisles where clearances happen and, in general, spent frugally and redecorated grandly.

Here's Jeanenne solving a puzzling lamp construction...

So, here's what the bedroom looks like...

Panorama from the doorway area.

From the corner behind the bed.

Well, you get the idea. It was loads of fun and kept us occupied. On Tuesday, Jeanenne headed back home to her family and further adventures of the Clark clan. It was hard to part with her company.

I can do most normal stuff. Still healing so I get little reminders, but overall have had a good go with all of this. Pain level is about 1 when there is any at all. Tylenol is all I've needed since the hospital last Friday when Jeanenne and I drove home.

In between, we had a very nice outing with Wendy, John and Aidan at a nearby (walking distance) Chinese/Japanese place. I avoided more densely crowded places but now I'm sure I'd survive the colds or flu passing around should that overtake me.

Shoutout to Keoni: Loved the recent phone calls and the rundown on your comedic musical event yesterday! I'll look forward to the visual media recording when you come for Spring Break.

Keoni was hanging out under this Georgia tree when he called.