It has been wonderful living again at 112 Tucker farm road these past few days. Both Thursday and Friday I spent most of the days in the clinic but I have the Weekend off. After two months in the hospital I was pretty deconditioned but each day I am getting more stamina. Jim and th kids have been great. They are taking wonderful care of me. It is strange to think I haven't been here since mid December.
Tomorrow brings me back to the clinic. The plan is for me to continue these visits until I go back to the hospital for the next phase (either the bone marrow transplant or another round of chemotherapy to keep me in remission.) The next phase will be determined by the donor and my overall health. As of today the medical team is still working on the donor but has some good prospects. One thing the team is watching with me is my heart rate which has been on the high side. They did several tests on Friday ruling out several potential serious complications. It looks like the most likely culprit is the deconditioning.
So the plan today is to enjoy a rejuvenating day with the family. I like that plan!
Love Maureen
Maureen was admitted to Beth Israel Deaconess in Boston MA 12/16/14 with Acute Myloid Leukemia. She underwent two rounds of high intensity chemo followed by a transplant March 19, 2015. The leukemia was in remission for several months but returned late August '15. Since then Maureen has had several different types of treatment both as an inpatient and outpatient. Currently Maureen is in the hospital (10/17) receiving two different chemo regimens. She hopes to go home soon.
So glad you are home for a bit! What a wonderful treat for everyone.
ReplyDeleteSo great that you are home, Maureen! Things seem to be looking good for you! Love, Caroline
ReplyDeleteWonderful therapy just being home! How's Jim's cooking?
ReplyDeleteSo glad you're able to be home for a while! Xo
ReplyDeleteSo glad you're able to be home for a while! Xo
ReplyDelete"We acquire the strength we have overcome." Ralph Waldo Emerson
ReplyDeleteHere's to YOUR strength Maureen.
I continue to send positive thoughts your way. Hugs, W-
Glad to see you're home for a change, Maureen! We miss you at W&N and are holding down the fort.
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