Update ...

It was a rough day for the most part for Cathy. Most who spent time with her over the last two days have expressed deep concern for my sweetheart.

I spent the late afternoon with Cathy taking her to Delnor Hospital to learn how to use the catheter to drain the fluid in her abdomen. 1650 ml of fluid was taken and I observed some relief and an uptick in Cathy's countenance.

Being "my evening off", I took the occasion to attend an "Adult Service Provider Resource Fair" [agencies offering services for individuals with disabilities]. I mention this for two reasons:

1. I bumped into a number of people who know my wife and daughter. In discussing Cathy's situation, I was encouraged and so proud of my wife AND daughter with the comments about the impression they both have made through the years - bright sunshine!
2. I returned home to find my wife back in the throes of her familiar and increasing pain

Thankfully, Cathy is able to sleep fairly well, thanks either to Advil or the prescribed Vicadin, and is doing so now. Thanks for your continued prayers, cards and acts of service, meals, etc.