Bob’s Note, November 30, 2023, Bob’s note

I was browsing through some old journal entries and spotted this which I think is very touching since Bob died less than a year later  

March 2, 2019

We received this from my brother, Bob, on his 64th birthday... also his 40th wedding anniversary (April 12):

“Since before our mission I have had a small lump on my back which was diagnosed as a Lipoma.
Over the course of our time here in Ohio the lump has grown and for the past 2 months I have been sampled, scanned, prodded and poked to determine what the lump actually is. We now know it is a soft tissue sarcoma. I have been waiting for the official diagnosis before telling anyone. It doesn't bother me other than when I lay on the floor. I don't suffer any adverse effects from it. So I haven't mentioned it before.
The plan going forward is to have a CT scan on Monday to see if it has spread to my lungs. We will meet with my orthopedic surgeon on Thursday to see what the plan is going forward. I believe everything will work out but wanted to let you all know.

Love,”

We are hoping and praying for the best.

Bob and Kathy sold their home in Gilbert, AZ before they left on their mission to Kirtland, Ohio. So in a real sense they are homeless (though not without resources). Their medical insurance is through the church so they are planning to remain on their mission for the time being.
We are a short day's drive from Kirtland. I spoke with Bob yesterday and told him that whenever the time comes for their release from their mission they are welcome to settle here in our home for as long as they need. Our second floor can easily be made to be like a large hotel room including a full bathroom. They can relax here and plan for whatever comes next. We would love to have them here.