Radiation Complete

UPDATES: All 10 radiation treatments done. That comes as a relief for everyone, especially Grandpa, as the process has made him extra weak. Hospice workers have checked in and will be making more frequent house calls.

In the last two weeks, Grandpa has been visited by so many friends. Mamo and Dennis came by, and so did Emi and Mrs. Korita. Thank you, all who take the time to show your love and friendship. Even though the visits tend to be short, please know, Grandpa is so happy to see you all --your efforts mean so much to him.

With Aloha...

Papa T, Kat, & Friends

Back Row: Kelly, Lily (Wil's wife), Wil, Peggy

Front Row: Kat, Papa-T, Chat Chat

On Thursday, July 15th, Kelly, Lily & Wil, and Kat came by for a short visit with Grandpa. As we know, Kat and Grandpa are notorious for their Buzz's dates. Now, what you may not know, is that Grandpa swears that Buzz's clam chowder is THE BEST clam chowder. That is a huge accolade coming from a man from Boston! So Kat, in honor of those dinners brought over chicken stir-fry and . . . clam chowder for lunch! Grandpa was a little tired that day, but making jokes. Now was he swearing? That's always a sign of happiness.

Thanks, Kelly, Wil & Lily. I know Thursday meant so much to Grandpa!
And thank you, Kat for arranging the visit and for the photos. . . for adding Thursday to the years of memories you've made as friends.

Personally, the driver's license shot will always be my favorite. I remember the day he showed it to me--he looked so mischievous and shocked that YOU, Kat broke "the rules". And that schoolboy joy is captured in his expression.

Grandpa's Interview

For those of you who didn't get a chance to see this local publication, enjoy! It does a great job celebrating grandpa's service and adventures (image courtesy of Kat--thank you Kat!)

Also it reminds us of one other life to celebrate, one grandpa loved so much,
one very special companion . . .

In Memory of Tai DiBrogrozcio
1996-2010

If you're wondering why this picture is so stiff, it's because the image is quite a feat: Tai could never sit still, especially if you looked at her, so she had to be held in place to take a photo . . .

Radiation Begins

UPDATES:

• Grandpa's radiation treatments began this past Wednesday (the 7th)--sooner than we had expected! Keep sending your thoughts his way as he adjusts to these 10 treatments. It will be difficult, but we are hopeful. Thank you so much Jane, Gary, Peggy, Joan, Daphne, and Anthony for all your help.
  

Also this week:

• Tuesday, Kat came by for a visit. Anthony made pizza, while Grandpa and Kat reminisced about their MANY dinner dates at Buzz's Steakhouse.
  
• Joannie left town Wednesday but will be back August 20th!
• Anthony, Daphne and Lorenzo will be here through July 13, and then they'll return to Italy.
  

Again, if you'd like to arrange a visit, just call the house first to see what days and times work best for Grandpa.

Please stay tuned for another update soon. And check back for photos. When I get them, I'll upload them.

Mahalo!

The Gang's All Here!

Happy Fourth of July Weekend, Friends. Thanks for checking in.

UPDATES:

Anthony, Daphne, and Lorenzo arrived from Italy to visit and help with setting up our at-home care routine. For two weeks, the DiBrogrozcio house has been feasting in true Italian fashion.

Joanie arrived from Portland again July 1 to spend Independence Day with Gps. His spirits are already up having all his kids back in Hawai'i!

Grandpa went into hospital last night for a blood transfusion. He's getting his strength up for radiation treatments which will begin the week after next.

For now, visits should be arranged by calling the house and chatting to Peggy, Anthony, Jane or Joan. Thank you all for caring, and we hope you have a wonderful holiday weekend with those you love, celebrating health, freedom, and this very moment.

LOVE