TUESDAY

Today was an okay day. Gary had a transfusion in the morning at the day hospital and then we were off to Barth's for a Neupogen Shot (to boost white cells) and to have the second part of the MRI. Gary's white count is 300 today and Gary is really tired and once again spiked a fever of 104 this afternoon but he managed to eat a late lunch and he seems to be resting somewhat comfortably right now.

The boys and I had a talk tonight about Gary. They asked so many questions about cancer and chemo and sickness and death and statistics and how many people die or live and on and on. I was very honest with the kids and we had a great conversation. I am really following the advice of this Grief Recovery Handbook and I want to make certain that Gary and I give the kids exactly what they need - we want to be open and honest without giving away TMI. I think we are on the right track. At least I hope we are.

I think I am going to get some sleep right now because I have to be up around 10 PM to administer the last of the antibiotics for the day. We are off and running once again to the day hospital in the morning for another transfusion. THANK YOU to everyone who has donated blood for Gary. He has certainly needed it this time around. I know there are many people who donate that we do not know personally and we thank you and want you to know what a gift it truly is. The nurses and doctors are always so blown away by how many of you have come to the donor center to give for Gary. Please know that before your blood expires and we are not able to use it within the specific time period they ask permission and then give it to other patients who need it. Having extra O+ and O- blood is HUGE for the bank!

Need Sleep. Gotta Go.

Good Night and Sweet Dreams,
Lisa and Gary