MondayMorning

Last Thursday, Illana and I took an overnight trip to a spa in Connecticut. It was my first real "outing" since my transplant and since having the catheter removed. It was a wonderfully relaxing time! We wanted Mom to come with us but Mom had cataract surgery on Wednesday morning and really didn't feel up to it. Thank God, she's doing real well!

I had a swedish massage, a hair/scalp treatment, and a facial (non-invasive, of course). I stayed out of the hot tub, swimming pool, steam room, etc. But I did duck into the sauna for about 5 minutes. It was the first time in such a long time that I really relaxed. Now, all I want to do is go away again. I've just spent the last hour researching other places to go. I'm learning what I need to do for myself and I notice that I've had a lot more energy since returning home. Before going away, I'd usually spend my day either in bed watching TV or in my big easy chair watching TV. I wouldn't move around too much. Since coming home on Friday, the only time I've gone into bed is to go to sleep at night and I haven't spent any time at all in my big chair. AND, I rode my bike again! So, maybe I'm really on my way.

I've been noticing increasing purple splotches on my chest and abdomen. I'll show them to the doc tomorrow when I go for my bone marrow biopsy (yikes!). David has arranged to take the day off and go with me. As of now, I don't know what time it's scheduled for. I'm waiting to hear from Dr. Schuster's office.

So overall, Thank God I'm feeling pretty good. My eyes are still a mess but I seem to be getting stronger and more energetic. My blood counts seem to be holding. I pray for the improvements to continue. Thank you all for your prayers and good wishes. Thanks to my Angels who continue to work behind the scenes. Believe in miracles!