Dear Dad,

I had a dream about you last night. You were driving your Corvette and you came to my house to deliver some goodies. Together we ate Twinkies and chocolate cream pie. You were happy and healthy and laughing. It was a great dream.

I called you this afternoon to say hello and see how you were doing. You sounded so great. I could hear the smile in your voice. Robert and Liz had just arrived and you were sitting next to your beloved little Stella.

I asked how you were feeling and you said you were feeling "good, considering". You went on to tell me how you've been riding a stationary bike three miles a day for the past eight days.

Way to go Dad!

I am so proud of you. You are a fighter and you are fighting hard! You continue to inspire us all. We love you so much and we continue to pray for you every day.

Before you know it, my dream will be a reality. You'll be cruising around in your Corvette, happy, healthy and laughing. And as much as I'd enjoy some Twinkies and chocolate cream pie, how about we share some shave ice and malasadas on the beach at sunset?

20 LBS!

Dad is starting to look healthy again! Since he got the feeding tube he has been able to put on about 20 pounds, so starting tomorrow they will cut back on his calorie intake and he'll only have to use it for 12 hours a day, which means he will only wear it at night. He is looking and sounding more himself everyday!

He still has a lot of pain in his hands and feet which makes it very difficult for him to get around but he never complains, just manages to do what he can. It's so great to see him smiling and talking and enjoying his grand kids so much. We have the most amazing parents in the world and we know that dad's progress is an answer to all of the many prayers that he has received. We are truly blessed to have such wonderful support from family and friends.