In 18 days, we will say goodbye to our home of almost 14 years.

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In my post ‘Exciting times ahead‘, I wrote the following –
Let’s get caught up on the other important events taking place. The house appraisal was completed a little over a week ago and the results were all good. The home sale continues to proceed without issues and we are still on the calendar to close on August 2nd. Gary and I continue to downsize possessions while we also have administrative duties taking place such as updating address on all our accounts. In 2 weeks a PODS container will be delivered and parked in our driveway. The PODS container will be packed with items and possessions we are keeping for our future home. Once the PODS container is filled, it will be picked up and stored locally here in the Dallas area until we are ready for it.

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In today’s post, I write the following –
The PODS container was delivered yesterday. Items we are keeping and storing are now starting to make their way into the container. Much downsizing has taken place over the past year and a little more to go with regards to ridding of un-needed items. Tomorrow we are having an Estate Sale and hope to downsize considerably more items. The PODS container will be sitting in our driveway for 2 weeks at which time it will be picked up and stored.
Last week Gary and I had the pleasure of meeting one of the future owners of our home. The future home owners had an appointment to have painters come to the house for an estimate. The future owners will be repainting several rooms in the interior and needed access to the home. Gary and I decided to stay and we met the wife/mom of the family that will be moving in shortly. She is extremely excited about moving in and loves this home very much. Gary and I know, when we leave our home, it will be a home for a vibrant young couple with very young children. We are happy.
My final appointment with my urologist Dr. F. was last week at which time I received all my medical records for my next doctors. When we leave Dallas on August 2nd, we will make our may to Pensacola Florida the location of my next surgery. My new primary care manager is selected and appointment scheduled for August 8th. Because Gary is a military veteran and I am his spouse I have access to the healthcare system at the Naval Air Station Pensacola. Once the primary care manager appointment is complete, a referral will be submitted then an appointment will be scheduled with the urologist at the Naval Air Station medical facility. Once the urologist consultation takes place, we will proceed with the best course of action to take care of my bladder cancer.
The days are coming and going and many activities continue to take place. This chapter will soon be over and the next one will begin.
18 days and counting!
It is a beautiful home and I hope your estate sale is successful.
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Thank you David, I think the estate sale should go well. It is unbelievable how much of our possessions we already had gotten rid of. The house is looking empty! Have a great Friday my friend! 🙂
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I thought you might be going to a military hospital – what a lovely location for your surgery. As you recover, you can sink your toes into the sand and enjoy some cooling breezes from the Gulf. Isn’t it lovely that the new owners love your precious home? We were so happy that a couple, not unlike us, bought our lovely house in Scotland. They have kept all the very tall trees so it looks like somewhere that Sleeping Beauty lives! We never regretted downsizing dramatically and getting rid of the ‘stuff’ – it is liberating. Hugs K x 🙂
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I look forward to the sand & sun – it certainly will be a good way to recover. It is very nice to know that the family loves the home – we know they will take care of it. And seeing the ‘stuff’ go, does not bother me at all – Gary and I both are looking forward to less. Thanks Kerry, appreciate you and hope you Friday is wonderful. 🙂
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It is a good Friday, my friend. 🙂
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Way to get it done, Terry! Things really are moving right along for you, and I admire how you have everything set in place for your next destination! Happy Friday my friend! May you have a glorious weekend!
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Thank you Paula, everything is falling into place – with much planning on Gary’s part. The house is becoming empty and soon there will be nothing left except the shell. Thanks and a glorious weekend to you as well! 🙂
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All the best Terry! Hope everything turns out well for you😃
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Thank you very much, I appreciate your support and thoughts – all will work out for the best. Happy day my friend! 🙂
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That place is immaculate! I’m sure the new owners are going to love it!
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Thanks Gary, yes – they will love it – we are happy for them. Happy Friday my friend! 🙂
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Things are happening fast, as each day approaches something further takes place to draw you closer into your new chapter of life. You have everything so methodically planned, it is amazing, all can only go well. All the very best for the Estate Sale tomorrow. Hoping that you have a great day my friend. 🙂
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Lynne, the methodically planning is because of Gary – he is a planner! I am too, but he enjoys it very much, so he does it all. I just follow directions! LOL, have a great day! 🙂
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I don’t think I realized that you live in Dallas. I used to live there…on McCommas Blvd. Then moved out to Lancaster. I lived there for about three years and as we were leaving, I asked the Loser puppet to take me by the grassy knoll and the school book depository. It was sort of surreal….seeing it in person.
I hope your estate sale goes well and you make a lot of dough! I know you and Gary are excited. 18 days and counting!!! 🙂
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I know where McCommas Blvd is – not far from our location. I have visited the grassy knoll and seen the school book depository, but never visited the museum. Thanks Laurel, appreciate you stopping by today. 🙂
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I didn’t know there was a museum. I just know that pretty near us (I think), the parents of John Hinckley lived. Oh, well. I don’t miss Dallas.
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I will not miss it when I am gone – I am looking forward to moving on! 🙂
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Oooh….I meant to tell you. I also had barbecue at Southfork (which of course, wasn’t really in Dallas.) I met all the “stars” and you would think my favorite would have been ole’ J.R. or that delicious Bobby, but it was Ray. There was just something about him that was…magnetic.
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Very cool, I have lived here for 27 years and never have visited Southfork ranch. Glad you were able to go and actually meet the starts! 🙂
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It was VERY disappointing. It was nothing like the real house inside and it was surrounded by trailers and stuff. I have a picture of us in front of it somewhere…which reminds me….I need to find that sucker and tear it up! LOL
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LOL, 🙂
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Since I started reading your blog later after your original diagnosis, I was curious, only if it is ok to ask, if not, tell me buzz off and i am totally ok with that, but i was curious, was Bacillus Calmette-Guerin therapy part of your original treatment?
How do you feel about everything being 18 days away?
Will the military hospital do their own evaluation on treatment or has the plan been established and this is the hospital doing the procedure?
Im so glad you have your spouse and your plans are moving forward and soon you will have had treatment and can travel like you’ve dreamed of doing!
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No problem asking questions – upon my first biopsy, my urologist indicated to me the Bacillus Calmette-Guerin therapy would not have any affect because the cancer was not superficial, meaning it was further into the lining of my bladder. No treatment plan established yet, and the hospital on the navel base would not do the surgery. The urologist that practice there also have their own private practice and therefore a civilian hospital would be used. Thanks for your comment, I appreciate you very much. Happy Friday! 🙂
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I understand. Hoping you find the perfect next surgeon that will take you to healing.
In the meantime I hope you arent experiencing pain.
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Thank you ! 🙂
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I wish you both well
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Thank you Derrick, I appreciate your support – have a great weekend. 🙂
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I’m so glad that this young family are so happy and excited with the prospect of moving into your house. It will be loved and cared for and filled with fresh laughter whilst the walls exude the love and laughter and care that you and Gary put in during your tenure. 18 days is not long – cherish each one. I know you will.
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Thank you Osyth, the next 18 days we will cherish, also much to do! Packing, moving, downsizing and many more activities taking place. Should go very quickly! 🙂
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Oh it will, of that I am sure …. sorry – I’m a bit off piste today … the news from Nice has broken my heart.
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I understand dear!
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So nice that you met the future home owner! That must make you feel good to know who will now be living there enjoying the home you made so special!
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It was very exciting Lynn, and it does certainly feel good knowing a very nice family will make this house their home. Happy Friday dear, hope all is well with you. 🙂
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Thanks so much! All is well! xx
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I am sitting her smiling while reading your post. Exciting days ahead. Keep positive.
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Thank you Bernadette, I continue to remain positive – I promise! Have a wonderful weekend. 🙂
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So exciting. My very best wishes to you for the next stage of your adventure.
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Thank you very much Su, lots to look forward to in the very near future! Have a happy weekend my friend! 🙂
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Thanks; you too 🙂
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So great to read your update Terry. I’m so glad you got to meet the new mom of your home and got a good feeling about how much she and her family will love it. Will be so glad when you get through your doctor appointments. I am sure your days are busy, but it is always so good to hear from you
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Thank you Jodi, yes it was nice to meet the mom – it feels good knowing the home is going to a wonderful family. Days are busy, many activities taking place and the house is becoming empty. Thanks dear, always appreciate you stopping by! 🙂
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So good to read that everything is going to plan. 😊
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Thank you very much – all going according to plan! Have a wonderful weekend. 🙂
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I’ve been away for so long! I’m happy to know you are getting ready to start your new journey! How exciting! I’m also saddened to know of your needing more surgery. I’m praying for you.
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Thanks for you support Sadie! My next surgery will be a major one because my cancer has spread, so the travel adventure is on hold and we are going straight to Florida for the next surgery. Appreciate you! 🙂
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Finally! You are seeing the fruit of all your labor bring you to this time! Remember all the days of frustration? And things worked out and have all come together. I say this only to make you smile and know in your heart these next few months will do the same!
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Yes, it is very exciting times – the estate sale took place today and was a success. The home is almost completely empty and we are ready to move on – not much longer! Thanks for stopping by, always appreciated! 🙂
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All the best to you and Gary… 🙂 Happy Sunday…
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Thank you Maniparna, appreciate you very much. And Happy Monday to you! 🙂
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So glad to hear things are proceeding smoothly! I imagine the next couple weeks are going to go by very quickly!
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Yes, the next 2 weeks will fly by! The house is almost completely empty now, kind of sad but exciting at the same time. Thanks Sarah, appreciate you stopping by today! 🙂
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How wonderful to meet up with the future owners of you home…its nice that they are excited to get in and are making plans….count down has started….
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Yes, we are pleased with the new owners – we are leaving the home in good hands. 2 weeks tomorrow – going by quickly! Enjoy your trip dear! 🙂
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it will fly by…..
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