"The Mist" rolls in...

I know all of Mr. Fog's loyal blog readers have missed their daily dose of news on his Lordship's medical updates.  I have the unenviable job of trying to "replace" FOG for the next ten days.  He is on a well-deserved getaway to rest up and recharge his battery.  That means you are "stuck" with me - Maid of the Mist - to report on Lord Mario and Nurse Sherry.

The Mist and Big Tom rolled in from St. Simons today around 2:00pm.  His Lordship greeted us at the Mountain Castle and we were so happy to see him looking so well!  Mist rubbed his bald head and kissed his cheek while Big Tom and Laird shared a nice bear hug.  Nurse Sherry was at Publix picking up some nibbles for later tonight.

Mario has endured five straight days of 24/7 chemo dripping into his veins to attack the "bad guys."  He is happy to be home from the hospital and we are happy to be with him and Sherry.  This will be a low-key week for all of us.  Nurse Sherry will try to go to work as much as possible, while his Lordship will work mostly from home.  He has been in some pain as a result of the chemo, but still manages to be very pleasant and upbeat.  This is good for Mist and Big Tom to see!  His positive attitude rubs off on everyone around him and this is very encouraging for all of us.

Nurse Sherry has planned a nice "welcoming party" with the "fam" tonight.  Tom, Dan, Anna, Banks & Charley (their puggles) will be coming over for food and libations...yes, the Mist has been known to enjoy a glass of wine ---- occasionally.  She takes her duties seriously though and will not "overdo" the happy hour.  Jack and Jay gave us a big batch of their delicious pork barbecue to enjoy early next week - many thanks to you both.  

His Lordship is finished with chemo treatments until February 13th when he returns to the second floor of Piedmont hospital for another round of the five-day 24/7 drip.

We are here to help both Sherry and Mario any way we can.  I can report that they have been overwhelmed by the kindness and generosity from family and friends.  All of your love and thoughtfulness have gotten them through this difficult ordeal.  Family, faith, and friends have been getting people through hard times for years.  Sherry and Mario have been blessed with all three.

Signing off, 

Maid of the Mist (aka- "MOM")