A couple of weeks ago in my post ‘Look Forward‘, I wrote the following –
This past Tuesday in my post ‘Seeking a Home Base’, I mentioned Gary and I are searching for a location to plant roots and use as our home base. A trip is planned in a couple of weeks and we will be visiting different locations that best meet our needs. The trip will also include visiting a major Cancer Center located in Tampa, Florida. A referral is submitted and a consultation appointment is in place.

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Currently there is much planning taking place for a future move to a more permanent location and finding a new medical facility for my healthcare. As indicated a couple of days ago in my post ‘Exactly 1 Month‘, I am feeling good with my recovery. I will admit though, I do not feel excellent as I am having difficulties with some pain and other minor issues. I am not sure if they are related to the surgery or my cancer diagnoses and if over time I will overcome these minor issues.
In today’s post, I write the following –
We left the Naval Air Station Pensacola RV Park 2 days ago, and stored the RV for the next couple of weeks.
Gary and I are driving to Orlando, Florida today and we will be staying at Gary’s older brother’s home and taking care of his mom while his brother and wife are out of town for a week. This coming week we will be visiting locations for a possible permanent location to call home base. I will fill you in on what we are looking at for a permanent residence in a future post.
This coming Monday I will have an appointment with a new Oncologist Dr. L. with Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida. Per U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals for Cancer rankings 2016-2017, Moffitt Cancer Center is ranked #1 in the Southeast and in the state of Florida and #6 in the nation. After visiting their website and the recent communication I have had so far has me impressed with them and my hope is this feeling will continue after my appointment this next Monday.

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In about 10 days we will make our way back to Pensacola. Depending on our visits this coming week, upon our return to Pensacola, our plan may well be to hook the RV to the truck and drive immediately back to central Florida.
We feel strongly about locating ourselves in central Florida and we still have plans for some future travel adventures. The period of our initial stay in central Florida depends on my health because the first part of April is when the next round of image tests will take place. The results of these tests will dictate our immediate future plans upon our relocation.
It’s great that you both have such an easy-going approach to moving around nowadays. You have so much to think about, but your attitude is fantastic
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Thank you, we are getting on the road in a few minutes for a 5-6 hour drive. I appreciate you stopping by today and hope all is well with you. 🙂
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I wish you and Gary much success in finding a new and comfortable residence. Travel safely and have a great weekend,
Dolly
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Thank you Dolly, Happy Friday! 🙂
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Same to you, Terry!
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I hope all is well with you and that you are comfortable with sitting in the truck for lengthy periods. Both you and Gary have planned this all so well, and that alone must be a comfort. Going in to see your new Dr with such confidence is such a plus. It certainly seems like you couldn’t have chosen a better Cancer Center. I am sure all will be well. Will be thinking of you. Have a wonderful day further my friend 🙂
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Thank you Lynne for your supportive comment – we are leaving in a few minutes for about a 5-6 hour drive. I appreciate you and hope your day is wonderful as well. 🙂
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safe and happy travels to you and Gary!
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Thank you Jodi! 🙂
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Safe travel🚘.
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Thank you Tink! 🙂
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Best wishes for a safe trip. Hoping your appointment goes well on Monday. In the meantime, have a great weekend!
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Thank you Paula, you have a great weekend as well. 🙂
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Bon voyage to Orlando and I wish you a wonderful stay and success in finding your forever base. I am certain the hospital will live up to your expectations and am keeping my fingers crossed for a really good appointment on Monday. Enjoy the drive and enjoy the weekend 🚗
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Thank you Osyth, I too hope the Monday’s appointment goes well. We arrived at our first destination – have a great weekend. 🙂
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Have a safe trip xx
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Thank you Lynn. 🙂
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Hope everything works out for you Terry and good luck with the move xx
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Thank you Roberta! 🙂
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I hope you arrived safely at your destination Terry! It sounds like things are starting to fall into place, the plan is in action. xoxo
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We have arrived safely Kathryn, busy weekend planned. Hope you have a great weekend. 🙂
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Wishing you a lovely journey and a great outcome for your health care and new home. 😊
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Thank you very much, I appreciate your kind comment. 🙂
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I briefly checked out Moffitt Cancer Center too. (I had to make sure my friend was going to get the best care, lol.) I, like you, am also very impressed with their credentials and of course their extensive multi-disciplinary approach. Sounds like a great choice.
p.s. I left a comment of support a few posts back when you mentioned that you had been rude. After reading more of your posts I saw you mention that there was more involved in the situation than had been originally been written. That is, of course, exactly as it should be, you certainly don’t have to spell out every detail of your life. But I just wanted to add, whatever the situation don’t beat yourself up. We’ve all written posts that upset people unintentionally or got misunderstood at one time or another. I certainly have my share.
Have a great weekend, in sunny central Florida!
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Thank you Amanda, I truly appreciate your understanding and support. And you are very smart at that! Have a great weekend as well. 🙂
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Gee thanks. lol
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Enjoy your stay….can’t wait to hear how the appointment goes….
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Thank you kat, more to come – have a great weekend. 🙂
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you toooo!!!
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Hope your travelling weather is as glorious as ours is right now, have a productive and enjoyable weekend 😊☀️
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The weather here is perfect and beautiful – thanks Chris. 🙂
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The hospital sounds great and I hope your appointment on Monday will be a success in every possible way! Have a lovely weekend, Terry! 🙂
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Thank you very much Sarah, the weekend is going well so far. I appreciate you catching-up on my posts. 🙂
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Have a safe trip and good luck in your new home.
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Thank you Eugenia, the search is on – Happy Weekend. 🙂
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How does Roxy do on your travels? Does she enjoy them?
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Roxy did not come with us this time, she is on vacation at Gary’s younger brothers. He has a nice big backyard and she has an over abundance of treats, lots of bacon! Trust me, she will have gained some weight by the time we get back. Otherwise, she loves to travel! 🙂
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So it’s a dog vacation for her as well!
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Yes she is – and loving every minute of it! 🙂
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