Each day now is in some ways a hurdle to be leaped. Slowly and grudingly coming to terms with a shortened life. I have lost any focus on the future and am more concerned about each day's events, embracing that cliche "to live in the moment". Although saying that, two future dates I am looking forward to is December 14th - our 20th wedding anniversary and Christmas day with family.

I am feeling some soreness in my stomach - a bit like a stitch or digestive pain - and continuous very low nausea, but my resilience is strong and my faith remains active and alive and nurturing. I continue to see my supervisor and I'm enjoying a book club and my continuing relationship with men's group.

Also managing to do some volunteer work (2 hours a week) at the girl's secondary college supporting the welfare team, running a small program with half a dozen middle school boys. Also start delivering library books to hostel residents at the hospital next week. Can't keep me down!

My family continue to support me and cajole me in the never ending energy sapping experience of raising teenage children. Family life is great with sport, markets, school etc. etc. The girls are off to visit their brother in Perth in early September for a week. They want a week with their brother without parents, which frees Marg and I up to have some time together.
Continuing to write my biolography and I've taken an interest in my family's geneology. Continued support from close friends is sustaining.

Again thanks to all of you for your ongoing prayers and support.

Blessings
Ray