Hopefully the above numbers regarding the progress are accurate. I've been trying to figure it out based on the last post for a few minutes now and I just give up! I think it's at the point where every day is Day blah blah blah Course 2blur Day blah blah blah! Seriously though - Mom's come a long way. We still have quite a bit to go but the shock has worn off and the routine has kind of taken over. It's nice knowing where Mom stands - great doctors, a great hotel to stay in, a bone marrow match from the donor bank, and we've gotten used to the schedules. The whole experience has an element of trial and error and we know now how to avoid some of the pitfalls Mom's had so far - drinking fluids, staying as active as possible, keeping a hearty, healthy diet, etc. There's still going to be highs and lows but we're getting better at recognizing when a low is on it's way and figuring out how to foil its plan to ruin Mom's day.
Today Mom had an early clinic appointment. They were a little short staffed so it took a little longer than usual but Mom's numbers were right where they should be. She had to have a couple hours of blood to get her hemoglobin up but that's pretty standard. She felt great today and everything went pretty smoothly. She doesn't have to go back to clinic until Thursday so the next couple days she'll be resting, getting a little exercise in and trying to eat as much as possible.
She hopes everyone is doing well and sends her love to you all!
Love,
Amy
Hi Rita and Amy, I made you more chicken soup today. I will send it out with Dave. I used my mother's recipe this week. Hope you like it! Love to you both!
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Hi guys,
ReplyDeleteI'm one of Lisa's co-workers and I've been following along intermittently. I think what you're doing is great, giving a chronology and history of a really tough time. I love seeing the little things you joke about and the victories- it's a hard road, but you guys have a great attitude and I feel that makes the difference. Lots of HEALTH and happiness.
Love,
Marty
mom, just wanted you to know how much I love you and how proud of you I am. I know sometimes it must feel like the end of your treatment will never come, but you're 1/3 done and the next 2/3 will fly by. On day 1 we couldn't imagine day 28, now we're on 105! Stay positive and know that you have hundreds of cheerleaders sending you love and strength!
ReplyDeleteto the moon and back, Lisa