To know Joey and Kerri is to love them. The news of both of them being diagnosed with cancer is heartbreaking. We've created this site so that you can get updates, offer help, and use the guest book to write thoughts of encouragement and love. The outpouring of love and support they are receiving is very wanted and appreciated, however there will be times in the future when the Lynchs may not be able to keep up with phone calls and visits. Please use this site as an alternative means to stay connected.


Thursday, April 15, 2010

The night went well as we transferred from frightening dreams to very productive ones!! Joey has us expanding our business and even has our new staff hired...some of you just don't know it yet!!! :) It was probably because I pulled my bed over beside him so we could be side by side that he had such a good nights sleep...what do ya think?!? The nurse came in and just went "awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwe!" I think a picture was even taken!!!
This morning he was given the OK for a normal diet, so he had cream of wheat for breakfast :) then after breakfast, he went for a walk all on his own. I wish you could see him stopping by the different rooms and talking or just waiving to the patients. He really should be a politician!!
Oh, forgot to mention this one...they took out all of his IV's!... but if we could just get this nausea think under control. It is a constant and it really p*#@%* him off!!
We are still hoping to break out of here either tomorrow or Saturday. Hey Danny...Got that motorhome ready for us??? Don't worry though, I'll drive :):) You can still pay the tolls if you'd like. (Joey even mentioned you could pay for the gas!)
Joey is so looking forward to getting home and seeing everyone, so until I have some more earthshattering news, which will probably be this afternoon, I am signing off for now.
{{Hugs and Kisses}} Kerri

18 comments:

  1. This is great to hear. I am sure Joe's little drop-ins on other patients will have a lasting impact. Maybe this is one of the reasons he is there. The positive attitude you guys embrace helps everyone you come in contact with. Keep getting better! See you soon. Donny

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  2. YEAHHHHHH!!!!! What great news.....food and home....life is good. Nausea, not so good....Tubes out- GREAT!!!!
    Love, Debbie L

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  3. Dave Moyse & FamilyApril 15, 2010 at 11:18 AM

    Thinking of you all every day. Been very busy Joe wading in vernal pools and counting wood frog egg masses...thought you would get a chuckle out of that. Work is picking up...quite busy right now. Hope it is not just a "spring rush".

    Will comment soon...sounds like progress is being made every day...one step at a time...you will be home soon for some good R&R!

    Cheers,

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  4. Well,there is Joe, talking up a storm with everyone, and making everyone feel special. It is a gift that we all feel love.
    Kerri, I think it really was you being beside him, as that is where you belong.
    Can't wait to see you this weekend!

    love ya

    jenny

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  5. Hi Kerri and Joe and boys,
    So glad the news is really uplifting. It is so tough to be sick and just as hard to be the caregiver. You want to do so much for the patient, but there is only so much you can do. I know how much better you will all feel when you can sleep in your own bed. None of us have had much training at being sick (thank God!!) I have been following your postings and sharing them with my sister Gloria Faulkner. She is computer illiterate, (and she would be the first one to agree) so has been pleased to get accurate updates. You know how stories fly!! Anyway, it sounds as if you are on the mend Joey, and I wish you continued improvement. Next, we'll take care of Kerri.
    Love, Barbara Haskell

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  6. Hello ....
    At work, sneaking on to check out what is happening....something seems odd to me how I get a chuckle and a huge smile reading about two of my friends who have cancer and dealing with some of life's toughest moments, and they are providing so much strength and laughter and appreciation for life, to the rest of us!!! You both are soo awesome!!! Thank you again Casey for starting this blog!! And to Kerri and Joe for keeping up with all the postings....:-) Soo hoping you get home this weekend!! I agree sleeping and resting and healing at home will be so much nicer!
    Love, Darlene, Mark, Joe and Jen
    {{HUGS}}

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  7. Great news, glad to hear things are progressing well. Can't wait to visit you guys when you get home. Thoughts and prays.
    Ted

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  8. Great update !! Glad you both had a good night. Joey you would put a smile on other patients faces because you are always smiling.
    Hope you can get home this weekend. I know you both will be ready to settle in at the lake until Kerri's surgery. We are looking forward to seeing you both and helping in any way we can. With meals, the docks or appointments or just a nice visit. We are here for you both I hope you know that.
    Love, Brenda

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  9. Wow!! You guys are amazing. Keep up the great work and positive attitudes!!
    Love,
    Lisa and Mike Grant

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  10. Joe and Kerri- Let us be your bridge.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYKJuDxYr3I

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  11. Hi Kerri,
    Met with Bronwen and Shelley yesterday. We are eagerly awaiting your return. I had a lovely chat with Reese(cleaning) while unpacking some groceries for you today. Tell Joey he will have all he needs to recover when he gets home: a beautiful wife and family by his side. You are always in our thoughts and prayers. Talk with you soon.
    Joanne&Terry

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  12. Great job--Love to you all.I am here to do anything that you need. Mickey S.

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  13. Hi Joey, Keri and Boys, Glad to hear all is going soooooooooooo well. Hope to see you both soon. If there is anything Raymond or I can do to help please let us know.

    Maria, Raymond and Girls

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  14. Joey & Kerri
    Thinking of you. We wish you both a quick and comfortable recovery. Postive attitudes certainly help.

    Sue & John Kirkpatrick

    PS Joey, Looking forward to having you back at the Thursday night games, we've got your buy in covered when you're ready!

    Please help American Cancer Society with a donation in honor of Joey & Kerri if you are able.
    https://www.cancer.org/aspx/Donation/DON_1_Donate_Online_Now.aspx?don_promo=WebHonGif

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  15. Awesome news! What a team you guys make. Can't wait to see lights at your place. Love Ellen & Rick

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  16. Hey...I'm watching "Gray's" right now and the opening scene was hot chemo into the "patients" stomach! Eric and I both said "Just like Joey"...and if you ask Eric about it he'll deny it, he won't want to admit he watches "Gray's" LOL! Can't wait to see your car on the road again!
    Love~ Jen

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  17. JOE AND KERRI PRAYING FOR YOU DAILY AMD YOUR WHOLE FAMILY. IF THERE;S ANYTHING WE CAN DO TO HELP PLEASE LET US KNOW.989-0529. ALETA/LARRY

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  18. Joey and Kerri, You guys have been going through alot. Joey we're very sorry about your recent tough spell, with the drains and everything. Sounds like you're back on the
    mend though. When you're home and feeling better I'll come down to visit. Keep your chins up. Love and prayers, Dave and Val Kane

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