Dear Joseph and Lucia,

It’s finally Friday.  I go back to home tomorrow morning, or maybe tonight if I’m up for it.  It’s been a very long week.  I met with my doctor yesterday.  The good news is my condition isn’t nearly as dire as I expected. We adjusted my medications. I’ll still be around for quite a while. There’s a lot going on, but this isn’t the right place to publish that information.  Just know I was faced with quite a personal scare over the last few weeks. I’m just looking forward to curling up in my bed at home… in a safe place.

It’s still a good time to reach out. It would be encouraging to know how you are both doing.  Or even arrange a visit. I would easily drop everything to see you guys. Until then, I’ll be waiting.

Love,
Dad