Made it to Christmas: Major Goal

Dr. Hugh Tildesley

Status Update: Status quo, weight, appetite, blood count stable. This week’s tumour marker consistent with other values, no significant change. Another infusion of the poisons completed on Monday, each session is unique, no untoward effects, the usual “ High” with dexamethasone thus I store up a bunch of tasks to complete the first 24 hours after therapy.

I just finished a 4.5 km walk with Deborah and Ginn in 1 hr. 25 mins, energy level is about 90-95%.
 

I have not worn support stockings for 10 days and I think my feet are adapting. The residual swelling from my blood clots in the spring is almost completely resolved; there is no impediment for walking at a normal pace

I must be careful this time of the year, crowded spaces, with easy spread of infection, so I pick my spots. I also have to say no to some invitations to manage my rest, this can be challenging.

Tesla Titillations: Still no snow so no report yet on the car’s performance. Predictably battery consumption is temperature dependent but no real surprises.

BC Hydro bill came this week, compared to last year I am up 5kW.h. Some variables not stated on the bill such as ambient temperatures etc. It is fair to say this year was warmer thus power consumption for the house is down.

 

The Arts Report: Two Poles, by Terry Fallis.A fun read, totally entertaining and a nice escape.You will also note it is blog based.

Rantage: The long awaited report from Mr Plecas was released regarding Children’s Services in BC.Twenty years ago this man was the senior bureaucrat who laid the foundation for the current service model within this ministry. His report has the gall to criticize the Childrens’ advocate Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafont, claiming her oversight is over zealous and the position should be fazed out.

One question? If she was not calling the social workers to task who would be?

The native leaders lined up in support of her as she was attacked by Plecas. But hold on! The majority of children in care are aboriginal ( 60%), extreme over representation based on population. These same leaders attacked Turpel-Lafont 2 years ago when she could find little trace that federal money to be directed by the bands to child welfare was actually being done.

When Mr. Plecas was chosen to do his review those of us with memories of over 20 years knew full well there was an unavoidable conflict of interest. His bias has shown through as bright as the star of David.

The native stance shows a new found mainstream  political sophistication, hypocrisy.

The tragedy; the child victims.

Some local photos to calm the spirits:

Cranes next to RBC on Dunbar

Until next time……..