This is Debby's Dad posting some observations on the blog today. Jason tells me there are over 45,000 people working at the various MD Anderson Cancer Center complexes in Houston. I'm sure he has met several hundred of them already. As I watch Jason go to different clinics, labs, and exam rooms, he carries himself with a quiet dignity despite the discomfort of his cancer. He shows a strength of character that most men can only dream of. Most of the technicians, nurses, and doctors sense this immediately about Jason and he is treated with the greatest of respect by Anderson staff. Today we were at the center for most of 10 hours. Jason was as dignified at the end of the day as he was when going into the PET scan clinic at 6 a.m. this morning.
The two Nurse Jensen's are also inspiring to see in action. Debby and Marjorie have been constant caregivers by Jason's side since August. As his medical needs and care have increased, so have their efforts to keep him as comfortable and healthy as possible. They are so devoted to Jason. Debby is such a loving wife and advocate for her husband. Marjorie demonstrates a mother's love in the truest sense by her many sacrifices and assistance to her son. As I listen to them plan food options, schedules, and activities, it is always about what is best for Jason.
Although many of you who read this blog cannot be here, please know that Jason is receiving the best care possible by Team Jensen. And....around the townhouse here in Houston, between treatments, Jason also carries himself with a quiet dignity. I am so proud of them all.
Joe
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Cheers... I love and respect you all so much... great words Mr. Stradley...
Thanks for the update, Dad.
You are right about Team Jensen.
We think about you and support you with all our hearts. I only wish we could do more to help you on our end....Know that you are always in our thoughts and prayers. We love you very much!
As I have been following the blog since August, I have been quite amazed at the care that not only the doctors, but mainly Debby and the other family members that have been giving Jason. I don't know any stronger army (besides his T-cells) that could support Jason than the care that he is getting. He is in our thoughts and prayers every day!
Wow!!! What a tear jerker Blog! Joe your writings have always been amazing! Thanks for all that info. All along you 3 have amazed us with where you started to where you are in each Blog. When life gets to all of us here, we just read your Blogs and try to imagine what you guys are going thru and realize that life is ok and if you guys can handle all that you do, then we can certainly can handle our lives! With Love and Prayers The Wood's
Thanks for writing Joe, beautifully written. Thinking of you all, Love, Jenny
Aunt Patti couldn't have put it any better.. whenever I think life is getting tough for me, I read through your guys' blog and realize that there are a lot worse things to have to deal with. You guys are all fighters and I admire that tremendously.
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