CHEMO DAY 14 OF 20

Getting hooked up

Dave saw Dr. S. today before starting his treatment.  The doctor seemed pleased with the results of Dave's last blood work and vitals.  Dave has not had much change this week; his white cell count is still a little low, his liver indicators are good, his weight has stabilized, his lungs sound a little better, his rash is the same except he now has some on the side of his face.  He has quit using the neck warmer on his chest, so the heat rash theory may have to be discarded.  Dave is still very very tired, but ate a better dinner last night than he has had for a few days.

With his prayer shawl from St. Peter's

Dale and Gina are arriving late tonight and Dave seems buoyed by the anticipation.  Dale will take Dave to chemo tomorrow.  Saturday there is a lot going on - the Isle of Hope Art Show, the Village Fall Festival, and a Peter & the Wolf concert, in addition to the regular weekend activities.  I hope Dave is feeling well enough to walk around a little bit but we'll have to check on his white cell count.  He has had to stay away from crowds in order to not pick up germs.  We also have to see if he has any energy.

We're almost at the end of Week 3, with just one more week to go!