We had a good weekend with Aunt Susie and Sydney visiting. We headed out to the beach on Friday and horseback riding on Saturday and a nice evening ride on the boat. Hannah continues to feel good, and is still on the anti-nausea meds. Today I gave her only one dose, and she did mention some stomach issues in the evening, so it's back to the 2 daily doses for the time being. Her counts are heading down slowly, but not drastically during this cycle. Right now she's at:
WBC 3.4 (white blood cells) low and out of range, but not drastic
ANC 2278 Good
HgB 11.4 low and out of range, but not drastic
Platelets 371 Good
She is still quite tired, no nap today, but went to bed at 7:00pm. This Tuesday is the last day in Round 3, yahoo! Then we have a break until July 19th (the 6 day inpatient stay). My mom and dad are coming out to stay for the week, so that will be a big help.
We received a nutritional counseling report from Dr. Jeanne Wallace courtesy of Meryl (thank you so much). I'm glad we went ahead with the analysis, the report does offer some comprehensive information regarding ideas on supplements and nutrition. I have yet to read the entire 80+ page report, but I am already interested in many of the suggestions. the report mentions several items I was already researching, and backs up the data I had already collected on many issues (like angiogenesis, inflammation, supplements, etc.). I'm collecting supporting documentation and will present everything to Hannah's oncologist for his review before I implement any of the complimentary strategies.
We heard from two of our Boston family this week-Audrey, the best childlife specialist ever and Nicholas-our friend from Spaulding. It was great to hear from both of you and look forward to making contact!
xoxo Kim
7 comments:
Hi girls! I've been thinking of you lots and lots! I'm glad that you will have a bit of a break after Tuesday, I know that you will get lots of rest and build up your energy for the 6 day thing....lots of prayers for strength coming to you for that!
I watched on ESPN this morning something about Andrea Jaeger, a former tennis pro who has a ranch out in Colorado for kids with cancer and Hannah, it made me think of you. I looked at the website at http://littlestar.org and I think it would be fun for you to look at! It seems like a great place and one day when you're feeling stronger and healthier maybe you can visit it and stay in one of their theme rooms!!!!
Well, I wanted you to know that I was thinking of you and sending you lots of love and prayers. I'm glad that Susie and Sydney are visiting and getting to enjoy time with all you girls - it looks like fun!!!
Take care and have a good week!
Love you lots - your cousin Angela
Sending my extra dose of Monday night prayers, wishing your last Tueasday of out-patient (for this cycle)- goes extremely well!!!!!!!!
And a big hug with lots of strength that your port acess goes well!!
Love, Anne
Dear Hannah Love,
I see you have been a very busy girl these days. How exciting that your cousins have come to visit and what fun you all are having.
How cool fun creating your own bear.
Looks like everyone enjoyed the day.
Cool bear!! Did you make that a New York Yankees bear?
My daughter Lesa went to the game yesterday--Yeah Yeah they had a good game -won 12-0.
While in New Hampshire, I did not see any new or unusual band aids still looking.
I am sending you all my prayers and love for your visit to the clinic tomorrow. I pray all good things for you. Rest up tonight and may God give you much strength to endure the medicines.
Remember to think wonderful thoughts and feel the angels surrounding you to give you peace.
Tell Mom I send my love to her too.
I Love You Much
Love & Blessings
Mrs. Baker (Lynnis)
Hello Prokop Family,
We had such a good time today at the pool I love to hear you laugh and screech especially when Colby came after you like a shark. I am praying for you tonight that tomorrows procedure goes well. Continue to be brave and strong . We are all here for you. Blessings to you all...
Love and hugs
Hey my little Hannah Banana
Good luck today at the clinic. I know that you are going to do fine and show those doctors what a tower of strength you are! Tell them one of the riddles we did in math and that will make them smile. Miss you little one. Hope to see you after today!
Hugs and kisses
Mrs V
It was great to meet your cousin and to see you, mom and colby at the library the other day!
That is a cool picture of you girls with Bud Harrelson. I remember when he played shortstop for the Mets...they really used to beat the Cubbies a lot back in those days!!! I'm glad you all are having a fun summer. We are leaving for the Delray condo in a few days. Hopefully it won't rain too much while we are there. Take care,
Shay
Dear Hannah and Kim,
Sorry we haven't written lately, but are happy that things seem to be going well. Hannah, you are a real "trooper", for sure. We were at Cape Cod and our daughter from Brooklyn was visiting with her children for the week. They all went to the Red Sox game, once a Red Sox fan, always a Red Sox fan (even if they live in New York). We loved the picture of you Hannah, with your friends, with the pink Red Sox hat on. We especially loved the framed photo you sent of you and the man from Boston. You are wearing your Yankees shirt and the "man from Boston" is wearing his Yankees hat. You certainly had a busy weekend and I bet you enjoyed every minute of it.
Love to you and Mom,
Judy Griffin
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