Good morning 0208

 It is snowing. 

We can’t believe how much snow has piled up — we wonder how many years it’s been since we’ve had this much. We’re really surprised. We’re so glad we didn’t throw away our snow boots when we were decluttering.

Good morning 0207

 Yesterday, Yuki was able to receive chemotherapy. While he was in the hospital, the doctor said the tumor had not improved very much, but unfortunately it has grown. Still, he could get the treatment, and we hope the chemotherapy will help stop it from growing.

To be honest, the situation is becoming more serious. Yuki even used the phrase “I’m on the edge of a cliff” for the first time. I have a headache now.

Even so, we also have a relaxed side. We are thinking about what to have for lunch today. It’s a cold day, and it looks like it may snow tomorrow,

Tomorrow is election day, but since the weather seems bad, I’m planning to go for early voting.

Yesterday, Yuki was able to receive chemotherapy. While he was in the hospital, the doctor said the tumor had not improved very much, but unfortunately it has grown. Still, he could get the treatment, and we hope the chemotherapy will help stop it from growing further.

To be honest, the situation is becoming more serious. Yuki even used the phrase “I’m on the edge of a cliff” for the first time. I have a headache now.

Even so, we also have a relaxed side. We are thinking about what to have for lunch today. It’s a cold day, and it looks like it may snow.

Tomorrow is election day, but since the weather seems bad, I’m planning to go for early voting.

Good morning 0206

 It’s Friday — Yuki’s hospital day. We’re not sure yet whether he will receive chemotherapy today, and if he does, the type of treatment might be changed. In any case, we have to leave the decision to the doctor. The treatment options covered by insurance are gradually becoming more limited.

Still, we’re both doing okay. Yesterday we each did a very light 30-minute workout at our own gyms.

Yuki’s Mac computer finally seems to be working again. The shop replaced the hard drive, but things didn’t go smoothly afterward. He managed to fix the remaining problems himself with the help of AI searches. AI really is amazing.

Now, the long day begins.

By Yuki

Good morning 0205

 All the renovations have finished. It turned out just as we expected, so we’re relieved. We’re going to the bank today to make the payment.

Meanwhile, Yuki’s Mac has come back from repair, but he’s still having trouble with it. He’s planning to go to the repair shop again today. I guess it’s kind of his hobby. Yuki’s staying busy, and I think that’s a good thing.

I’ll reopen my home library.

Good morning 0204

 Today I’m holding a laughter yoga meeting. It’s the first one of this year.

As I wrote the other day, our normal routine is slowly coming back.

On the other hand, there is still a little renovation work left. Today, a door repairman is coming, and also a staff member from the welfare equipment rental company.

The only thing left after that is the payment… I’m a little scared to see how much we went over budget.

This is called an-butter monaka — a Japanese wafer sweet filled with red bean paste and butter.

Good morning 0203

 Today is my health checkup day. I was actually unsure whether I should go or not, but an early-morning appointment slot became available, so I decided to take it. I’m leaving in 30 minutes.

Today it is the day of Setsubun.

Good morning 0202 & lunch diary 0201

 A new week has started. I think we’ll probably be able to get back to our usual routine. Yuki is graduating from tennis now, though.

In the morning, while Yuki goes to the clinic, I’ll do a 30-minute workout at the gym using an AI exercise program.

In the afternoon, while I do the grocery shopping, Yuki will ride the exercise bike at the gym. He can’t use the other machines yet, but he can do this one, and that’s nice to see.

For now, keeping and improving our strength is our main daily goal.