Blood counts are rising! We are happy to share that for the past couple of days Moms blood counts are coming up. They can’t quite call it an “engraftment” yet, but we are on the way. Also, the side effects of the chemo have not been quite as bad as expected. The challenge still remains to stay ahead of infection. We are so thankful for all of yours prayers and praise God for answering them in such a good way so far. “I love the Lord for he heard my voice; he heard my cry for mercy, because he turned his ear to me, I will call on Him as long as I live. Psalm 116:1-2
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No more hair! Today, the trimmers came out, just too much hair was falling out so it had to go. Moms brother Dan (who has been through a transplant himself) was by her side, getting his head shaved too as a show of support. Mom is so thankful for her dear friend Brenda who sewed and crocheted some lovely hats to wear while her grows back. This past week has gone better than expected as far as mom’s symptoms and we trust this is in answer to all the prayers that are faithfully being said on our behalf by so many people, near and far. She is getting more tired and developing some mouth sores too, had a fever that thankfully responded to antibiotics quickly. Next week will likely be harder, but the nurses are great and know just how to help with the symptoms. Remember them in your prayers too, they work very hard. It is too early to tell yet if the transplant is a success, we are truly living one day at a time but have great hope and trust that God will work it out just as
Day Zero. Last night Mom received her new marrow. It was done by way of injection through her Hickman port. The transplant process went smoothly, however we won't know if her body has accepted the new marrow for approximately three weeks. Mom has completed the bulk of her chemotherapy, and is also receiving other treatments and medications to prepare her body for the new marrow as well as to help fight infection. She has been quite sick from these treatments, but thankfully does still have some good days. Visitors are still welcome to come, but please check with Dad before coming. Just a note that if you do visit, please leave your coats and purses in the hallway just outside her room and remember to put a mask on and wash your hands before entering. We sincerely thank you all for your ongoing love, support and prayers. It is truly humbling to know that so many are praying for Mom and our family. We thank God above all for being with her and for blessing her with p