Lynn gave me a little nudge to write something in the blog, updating since the last entry. Actually, it is nice to be able to report that it has been a quiet week since Jim came home from his stay at BI. We saw the doctors Monday (had hoped Lynn could also attend to get the update, but she had to stay back with Drew) and they are planning more palliative radiation (pain relief, not to kill the cancer) to his back and hips.
Following that there will be two more courses of chemotherapy, so in all likelihood the stem cell transplant won't be happening until March at the earliest. That's okay. As long as the chemo keeps driving the numbers further and further down, his chances of a successful transplant are improved.
Emotionally, both Jim and I are faring better than I ever would have guessed. We are now a 24/7 couple, but that has worked out well. Granted, some days one of us sleeps a lot (we take turns) and the computer in Jim's home office gets quite a work out. Overall, though, some genuine calm, a level of peace, has settled in on us both. We're both essentially fine. Today IS. What more could you possibly ask?
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a gentle nudge, mind you...
;o)
it's what you do best.......<3
well, in all fairness I do everything best... :o)
i'm speechless.......
'guess I tempted fate a bit...car accident. Damn.
Hello Cousins! I have been following your journey and praying along with you. Myeloma doesn't stand a chance against the atmosphere of love, warmth and determination that fills your home. Please take care of yourselves and know that Gerry and I are sending all of our strong postive thoughts your way.
Love, Mary
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