Good morning,
I had my third Fludarabine treatment last night. I'm feeling very tired today. It's probably a combination of the treatment, my disease and the fact that I probably got about 3-4 hours of sleep last night. I did take Ambien but, I don't know why I'm not sleeping...even in between being woken up for vitals, etc.
Some time today, we add the second drug to the chemo mix. I will be getting infused with Melphalan at some point. As I understand it, I need to get really hydrated IV before the Melphalan. So, they'll be giving me a couple of hours of fluids before the infusion. Then, tonight I get the usual Fludarabine again. Tomorrow is the same regimen as today. So, to recap, 5 days of Fludarabine, the last two combined with Melphalan. Then Sunday -- no chemo. And Monday -- the transplant.
To my friends and family who are reading this blog and following along and commenting, I want to thank you again. I know I haven't acknowledged you all, but I totally appreciate it. Just to acknowledge a few of you...
Brad & Jen, keepin' the faith in San Diego. Enjoy the game Sunday and hoist one to me, wouldja?
Susie Mouse, Alice & Harold, Doba, Autumn ...my sincere thanks for your thoughts and prayers (and Meatballs).
Deena, Keith, Shelly...There are no adequate words to convey my gratitude to you guys for your constant support, love & tefillot. Thanks for everything.
Robyn, The Office Crew...I can always count on you guys. You're always there for me, caring and praying.
Rabbi Zalman & Chanie...Who else has a Rabbi/tzen/Comedian to visit them, inspire them, cheer them, L'Chaim with them (or their spouse), and to keep their skin so soft, to boot. Your kindness and caring know no bounds.
CFL...I'm sitting here trying to find the words to write to you, but they're just not coming. They will. And when they do, I hope you have the time.
Illana, my heroic sister -- willing to give me her stem cells, and feeling oh so rejected -- just came in with TA-DA Dunkin' Donuts Coffee Rolls. Oh Man! I'm feeling perkier already.
I'll try to update later, before Shabbat.
I'm sitting at my desk at work with my cup of coffee and reading your latest blog entry. Thank you for your words. Once again, you have shown just how special and amazing you are. In the middle of all you're dealing with you're thanking others. Not a surprise to me, it is so like you. I wish that there was more I could do for you, really be there for you. But I am glad that this process is helpful and meaningful to you. It helps me alot to know what's going on with you. You know I would do anything for you so if there is anything you need or want from me please tell me.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful Shabbos and send love to David.
Love ya, Shelly
fyi, tons of other people are asking about you and sending wishes for a quick and complete refua: Decters, Felders, Marc the Maniac Intrator, Kalman the Ski Bum Isaacs, Michael Dr. Doolittle Keschner, Joel the Slamma and Carin Muhlbaum, Bortzies, Goldschlagies, Levyies, Rubinsteinies, Vermont/Boca/Baltimore Moskowitzs...to name a few.
ReplyDeleteShabbat Shalom
Froggie
PS. If wifey is still there, tell her we miss her and send her home.
PPS. Just spoke to wifey, no need to send her home.
The girls who walk on shabbos to South Nassau Hospital will IM'H walk in Zichus for a Refuah Shleimah for you
ReplyDeleteShabbat Shalom from the Agular family
Leah, Good morning. Thank you for your words. Many people have been calling me asking me how you are doing and I tell them about your blog. You are always in my thoughts and prayers. By the way GREAT HAIRCUT!!!!! Have a good shabbos. Gail L.
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ReplyDeleteYou are too kind to thank everyone! Can you tell me Avram's second jewish name if he has one to say tehilllim for him? Hope the day goes well.
Shabbat shalom
Autumn
Avram's name is Avraham Chaim Ben Yehudit Chanah. Thank you for your tefillot.
ReplyDeleteyour and your family's strength and chessed never ceases to amaze me! i love that you post pictures, Stanley recognized you!
ReplyDeleteMike and I wish you all the Refuah you need and then some!
Shabbat Shalom
Love,
Susie
Your sweet and beautiful words about your life are an inspiration to each and everyone of us. As we all get strength from you, may you get stronger and better too.
ReplyDeleteWe're having Thanksgiving dinner tonight (and of course anyone who wants to join is invited) because we love Thanksgiving dinner and its Shabbat. Wish you could join us. I tried some new recipes, and I'll see if they're worthy making some for you.
Ziona sends a special hug and has included you into her tefillah list.
Miss your parenting advice.
Shabbat Shalom u'mevorach.
Love, Doba
Good morning honey. Everyone here is pulling for you. and they really admire the courage thaty you are showing. Hang in there Dad and Joyce
ReplyDeleteHi Leah
ReplyDeleteYou have been in my tefillot all week and I am hoping all goes well in the next few days... Give Judy a big kiss from me- the view from your room looks great..just imagine, waterfront view in new york city! Be strong- we are thinking of you.... Limor and David