Update # 121

Day 449

The past couple of days have been very strange for Ethan.
Through this whole process to date, Ethan has exercised his
independence when ever possible.  However,  of late he wants
to be held,  hugged,  or have VERY close contact with either
Grandma or Dad.  He will out of the clear just start a very
weak cry .  He tells us nothing is wrong and he does not hurt ???

Yesterday,  his hospice nurse (Marta) said everything sounded
good,  but she could tell he was anxious.  His limited intake
has decreased a bit and he seems happiest to just be held.

Since Ethan's last post,  he has received about 35 cards in
the mail.  He received a couple from Washington, D.C.
Those cards came from Tom and Karen while on their trip.
Surprise, Surprise, guess who came by Friday for a visit ?
Yes, Tom and Karen.  They brought me (Ethan)  a really nice
T-shirt  and a pair of socks,  which gave him a really big smile !

Ethan was really happy late Friday afternoon.  As he was held by
Dad,  he watched Grandma in the (their) garden.  Yesterday
saw the picking of some hot peppers  and some yellow
squash.  Tomatoes are growing and will be ready soon.  The
garden has always been a Grandma / Ethan shared adventure.
He loves growing carrots,  pulling them from the earth,  and
eating them.  this season it is a more vicarious adventure for
Ethan,  but shared all the same.

We continue to be thankful for the prayers and support offered
by so many.  Thank you all very much.