Hey Ya'll,
Thanks for all the cards and Gmails, I really enjoy opening each and every one. I'd be less than honest if I didn't admit that today's Biopsy results were disappointing. A "Day 21" benchmark indicates that the cancer has been reduced, but still remains in my bone marrow. This possibility was clearly explained before we started, but of course you hope that somehow your statistical response will be on the "right" side of the best possible outcome. Many cases are unresponsive or require multiple rounds of chemo to achieve remission.
The plan now is to do a "Day 28" biopsy to compare the results. This analysis will determine what to do next. I'm not eligible for a transplant until I am able to achieve remission. Meanwhile, I'm slowly starting to eat some, no fevers or infections, and overall I'm feeling much better than I have for many days. Still watching Fox News, and Joel Osteen, as often as I want and have acquired all 9 seasons of "Frazier" on DVD.
Again, your support strengthens me, and I am so encouraged when I read the new comments you leave on the Blog site or the messages via G-mail. Temps in the 50's and rain, wind and pot holes sure sound good to me!
Still climbing the mountain,
Bill
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Hi Bill,
Well, I am sure you are dissappointed in your results, but remember to keep your spirits up anyway. They always say it gets darker in the tunnel before the real bright light comes thru, so hang in there. It is good you are eating a little. You need to keep up your strength. We will continue to keep you in our daily thoughts and prayers. And hopefully you can feel the big hugs we are sending you now to let you know we are with you at all times. Love Linda and Colleen
Bill thinking of you so often these days. I was in school at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston so know your surroundings. We shared our concerns for you at our church this past Sunday. Hope all our prayers and thoughts bring you strength. Doug Knowlton
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