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Quick Update

 But first, some Blog maintenance issues. I warned you I’m new at this!

Previously, I mentioned that only Google users were able to post comments.  Well, I discovered that was a setting I could control.  So, I changed the commenting to Public.  One tip however…when you open the comment window it defaults to “Anonymous.”  You’ll notice a tiny drop down button next to the word Anonymous.  Just click on that button and it will provide a space for you to enter your name.  If not, you can always type your name in the body of your message so that I know who it’s from.  We love your words of encouragement and it’s nice to know who it’s coming from.

Now today’s update: 

Last night my blood glucose was very high.  For those who aren’t aware, I’ve been a type 2 diabetic for about 18 years.  I’ve always had excellent control of my numbers through modern medicine, healthy eating, and regular exercise.  I can honestly say I don’t know what a diabetic episode is like (high sugar or low).  However, last night I’ve never seen it go that high (432).  My dear friend and pickleball pal Dr. Chris in Alaska happened to text me at the exact moment we were deciding to call some nurse hotline.  He put me at ease and confirmed it’s caused by the steroids I started taking twice a day prior to Chemotherapy (on the day before, the day of, and day after). Thank you Chris!  And, God for arranging that call!

The only other hiccup last night was….well, hiccups!  I haven’t had hiccups for many, many years so I wondered if it had to do with the days medicine.  Probably not!

Today we woke up and I felt fine.  So, when I feel fine I plan to have a normal day so we went and played a few games of pickleball. Just enough for normalcy.

Comments

  1. NancyApril 27, 2022 at 9:32 PM

    Good news!

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  2. Skip BoomershineApril 27, 2022 at 10:32 PM

    Mark is is great to hear that you are doing so well after your 1st treatment. But I’m not surprised with all the people who are praying for you, plus the fact that you wore your Superman shirt.
    You keep fighting and we’ll keep praying Captain Mark! 🙏❤️🙏

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  3. Heidi & VitoApril 27, 2022 at 11:13 PM

    We appreciate the updates and have you and Diane in our thoughts and prayers♥️

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  4. BrainApril 28, 2022 at 10:55 PM

    Life throws a curveball once in a while. I’m sure you will hit this one out of the park! I find myself thinking often about this journey you and Diane are on. My prayers are with you. You are Alaska’s Poker Daddy and pickleball promoter. Keep the Faith, my friend!

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  5. April HindinApril 30, 2022 at 6:27 PM

    So glad that the God who formed you in the womb still has you in His hands and that you’re holding His. Intimacy with God is never more precious than in the valley of trials. Prayers for so many things He is and will continue to orchestrate on your behalf, like the new physician group. There are no coincidences!

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  6. Andi and BruceApril 30, 2022 at 7:19 PM

    Thank you for sharing! So thankful there was only one down day and you were able to get outside for some pickleball! You and Diane are definitely missed at the Midnight Sun tournament this weekend! We miss you both too! Hugs and prayers.... and, YAY Dr. Chris!

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  7. Pam AndersonMay 11, 2022 at 9:34 PM

    Mark, Doug had hiccups from his chemo as well. One night for 8 hours straight. The Doctor prescribed a muscle relaxant called Baclofen 10 mg. He took one every 8 hours for six days after each chemo treatment. No more hiccups!

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