Ed on the Mend

A good-news update from Ed's friend Helen Nadel.

Rowena, Helen, Joel and Ed, taken Feb. 15

Ed is getting better! It’s been a rollercoaster, a slow roll, up and down. Recovering from a 10-hour surgery with organ removal and hot chemo bath turns out to be an ordeal. But improvements come daily.

Ed’s digestive system is coming back, his energy is building, and just yesteday, the tube connected to his stomach was removed—his body is now his own again. Ed’s surgeon, Dr. C, has signed off—no more scheduled visits with him. Cancer is gone from Ed. Monitoring every few months has commenced.

Abundant thanks to all who have provided care, food, and good vibes. Ed’s energy is focused where it should be: recovery. If you’ve been wondering when we will hear from the FrauenTimes guy himself, please know he’s excited to get back to writing — and of course, has lots to say. Until then, have patience, dear reader. And keep sending all those good vibes.

Ed at his favorite cafe, Maxfield’s House of Caffeine. Taken Feb. 23.