Friday, August 17, 2012
Dillon had blood work yesterday at UNM.
His white cells have rebounded back to a normal level so he is "out of the woods" in terms of infections. He had low platelets (the clotting factor in blood). After we had a nice lunch together, we had to go back to the infusion center for a transfusion. It was a long day but the outcome was positive. We left in good spirits.
He is doing well at home. Still not really wanting to socialize or do much in the way of physical activity but he is in good spirits. Missing his brother more than he expected and looking forward to him returning and having a few days with him before the Denver departure.
Next week: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday: Dillon has tests and procedures that will ultimately decide the plans for Denver (if we actually go right now, or if we stay for another round of chemo, or some variation). As we all know, Dillon likes to present these doctors with a challenge....nothing by the book.
We have a relaxed weekend plan (dinner with a couple of different friends and a movie in the park in our neighborhood, as well as a dad/son date to get breakfast together at Horseman's Haven on Saturday morning).
I am going to do some work this weekend but mostly I am preparing myself, the house, and the family for our departure. Emotionally it feels like we are actually just moving away and leaving half of the family behind....not such a pleasant emotion for me right now. My heart is breaking and my gut is wrenched.
A special thank you for our cousins in New York who made and sent Dillon some very special, very beautiful knit hats. He loves the colors and they are so soft and comfortable. They will be very well loved and used while in the cold of Denver this winter. Thank you for your kindness!!!!
One day at a time is the old saying and I'm thinking that would be the only way I could maintain in your circumstances. Cheers to having family time and being home....Aunt Marilyn
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