Happy 15th Birthday, Caleb

My world changed the day I became a mom. Tonight at 9:21 pm marks 15 years since Caleb Michael Huffines took his first breath.

One Year After Melanoma Diagnosis

It's been just over a year since we found out Dad had melanoma. We then waited another month until he had the first PET scan It's been such an up and down year due to it and the other health issues that were discovered during that time. He's been through double pneumonia, three heart cath procedures, infusions every 3 weeks for the melanoma, and a host of rashes and infections.

Back to School Again

This year, back to school posts are a bit harder to handle than ones in the past. I see all the wonderful pics of kids starting high school. I smile a little and I also cry little. I should have a freshman this year. Caleb should be turning 14 in less than a week. I’m in a contemplative mood and wondering about things.

3rd Heart Cath Procedure

Dad had a third heart cath procedure done yesterday to remove the 100% blockage they had not been able to remove on the prior two attempts.

Update Time

First, I want to apologize for not updating sooner. Every March since Caleb died has been rough for me, and I tend to avoid the internet as much as possible. With that said, March is over and it's time to fill everyone in on the latest.

Heart Cath Results

Dad was feeling a bit weak yesterday morning and actually requested a wheelchair when they first arrived at the Cath Lab for his heart catheterization.

Update as of 2/17/2019

After Dad was released from the hospital for the double pneumonia, he developed an issue with severe edema in both of his legs to the point that you couldn't tell where his calf ended and the ankle began. Then he had a rash form along his calves and ankles right where his socks normally sit. We called the cardiologist and Dad was advised to wear compression socks to help with the edema and increase the fluid pill they put him on while he was in the hospital.