Authored by Justin Yuen on Jan 9th 2011, 06:24
Having recovered from a fourth round of chemotherapy and another bout of pneumonia, I'm starting to taste a bit of normal life. But there are always the funny little things that remind me I'm still leading the hospital lifestyle.
Take my recent conversation with my nurse, for example:Nurse: "Hi! How are you doing?"Me: "Good. How are you?"
Nurse "Great!"
Me [remembering seeing my nurse many times over the past week]: "How many days a week do you work?"
Nurse: "We don't do days per week - we do days per month" [The conversation continues... Skip forward,,,]
Me: "How far from work do you live?"
Nurse: "Not too far. Downtown."
Me: "So how long does it take you to get to work?"
Nurse: "About twenty to forty minutes. So have you moved your bowels today?"Yep, that's part of the everyday chitchat here in the hospital. Imagine asking that question in the office...
Good morning Justin,So very glad to hear your latest news. It's been a while. You've made my Sunday so much brighter since your last posting was before your cheo. I was happy to hear from your aunt's comments that you've been doing ok and CONGRATS again for completing another round of chemo.Very funny Blog.... What a pleasant converesation. So, will you be able to go home soon? Have FAITH, BELIEVE and don't forget - we are all praying for you and your family.Feel better. Laura
Last night when I was driving, Edlyn screamed happily that Justin has updated his blog. We longed to hear from you. Edlyn said everyone loves Justin, always with a sense of wit and humor. We really miss you, Justin. Your Dad told us that you were playing the guitar and singing Beatles songs in the ward. You must be the star at the Hospital bringing cheer and encouragement to the staff and patients. May you serve as an instrument of peace and love spreading the message of faith, hope and love to those going through tough time. We love you and keep praying for God's bountiful blessings on you.Blessings,Gu Ma Betty
Nurse: "So, have you moved your bowels today?"Justin: "Nope, they are right where they were yesterday."Hang in there man! I'm thinking about you.