Phase 2 - so far

Hey everyone! I hope you are all doing well!!

Phase 2 has been going fairly well for Mike so far. He has had 2 spinal taps and we were very happy to find out that Moffitt uses digital imaging to do these procedures, so they are very accurate. Mike has a lot less stress going into them, knowing that he doesnt have to fear that they will accidentally hit something while they are in there. He had a few rough days so far - mostly on Tuesdays which are usually 12 hour days at the clinic and he had some vomiting & sleepiness as a side effect to his treatment last week. Other than that, it has been pretty smooth sailing. His spirits are up and he seems to be getting around well. His achilles tendon has healed and he is no longer having pain to walk on it. (Thank God!) We are looking forward to another visit from his mom this week! She will be flying in tomorrow and staying until next weekend. Everyone has been a wonderful help here with running Mike to appointments, cooking meals and taking care of the kids, but it is always nice to have Mom around! :)

We were able to take a little getaway to St. Pete for a few days during Labor day weekend, thanks to some friends who let us borrow their condo. It was a wonderful little break for us to just enjoy time together. The kids enjoyed playing in the pool and at the beach. Jade has established quite the shell collection. It was nice to just set everything aside and laugh and play together.

I am schedule for my dental surgery Sept 29. I am not looking forward to it, but at least I will be able to get it behind me and not be in so much pain. I am very excited about my job. There are so many things that I love about it, I feel very blessed. I am also SO excited about our upcoming trip to MD in October. I have been missing so many of you and I cant wait to get my fill of all of your hugs and kisses again!!!

The kids are staying very busy with school and dance classes. Jadeyn has decided to audition for the childrens choir at church and be a part of the Christmas Production. Zack is also auditioning for the youth worship team. They both love to sing! Although I am hesitant to add anymore to our already busy schedules, I am happy to see them spending their extra time being active and developing their talents, rather than sitting in front of a television.

As a family, I think that each of us has allowed these hard times to bring us closer and develop us as people. I know that people who experience trials usually end up with a greater appreciation for life and love and go on to live very rich lives. For that, I am grateful for each trial. Although they are difficult, they are worth what we are gaining as individuals and as a family. :)



The Bull Roast information was included in my previous update email, but Angie has made some revisions, so please read over the following information carefully if you are planning to attend.

Michael Johnson Bull Roast & Silent Auction Benefit
Saturday, October 17 6:00-9:00pm, MaGerks Pub - Bel Air, MD

In order to fit as many as possible this event will be cocktail style. There will be several booths and a large bar to sit at, but we will not be selling ‘tables’.

MENU:

Pit Beef
Pit Ham
Chicken Fingers
Crab dip
Bruschetta
Franks in Tuxedos
Cheese Tray
Crudite Platter

OPEN BAR to include:
Domestic bottles
Drafts
Rail drinks
House wines
Coffee
Tea
Soda

DJ, Money wheel, 50/50 raffle, Silent Auction, Door Prize

Please contact Angie to reserve your tickets ~
Mail check ($40 per ticket) made payable to the "Michael Johnson Benefit Fund" to:

Michael Johnson Benefit Fund
c/o Angie Lane
P.O. Box 542
Bel Air, MD 21014

Your name will be added to the guest list and your tickets will be held at the door. Please include your e-mail address and you will receive a confirmation of your ticket request.

* If you would like your tickets mailed to you please include a self addressed stamped envelope.

If you have any questions or would like to receive your tickets in person please e-mail Angie at: anjers@comcast.net

**We do not expect to have any tickets for sale at the door. However, if there are any left they will be available at $48 each.

*If you are not able to attend, but would like to make a donation, please mail checks made payable to the "Michael Johnson Benefit Fund" and mail to Angie at the address above. Or you may also use a credit card via Paypal by following this link:
https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=6873197

* If you own a business or know someone who may be able to donate products or services to our Silent Auction, please contact Danielle ~ dmullhausen@yahoo.com

Donations are tax deductible. TIN: 27-0881674

Thank you for helping us in making this a successful event for the Johnson Family!!