Another weekend - Plans for Monday

Good evening all. This weekend has been quiet, because of the "isolation" we have had to ensure. We didn't go anywhere to avoid exposure to any nasties that might give her grief. Jan did come over and stay with her Sunday morning so I could go to mass. Jan wore her little mask. Jeanine had a bit of an upset stomach all day long. We watched her closely, but no fever or anything bad like that. We did sit on the back porch for a bit, and she couldn't stand the weeds in her flower bed, and pulled some of those. It was pretty hot, so we didn't stay too long.

Tomorrow, she is supposed to resume the radiation treatments. (she only has 7 left) There will no doubt be blood work to see if the white blood cells have come back, and hopefully the body-machine that makes the platelets has kicked back in. There is always the possibility that she will have to go back to the hospital until those critical items are corrected. We should know more after tomorrows session. Including, when she will resume the chemo. I have to go to St. Paul, MN for 2 days; will return Wednesday evening. Again Mom and Dad Ezzell will stay with her constantly.

Love and prayers always.
Bill

She's having a good Saturday. Being very cautious.

Howdy: (Us Navajos would say "Yah-ta'Hey")
Jeanine is having a pretty good Saturday. She slept in late, but her sleep was deep, sound, and undisturbed.
During the last post, I couldn't think of the word for her low white blood cell count. Here 'tis: neu·tro·pe·ni·a (nōō'trə-pē'nē-ə, nyōō'-) Pronunciation Key
n. An abnormal decrease in the number of neutrophils in the blood
Also, the shot that they gave her was "Pedfilgrastim". (Biologic response modifiers)
(Ok, that's way over my head)
Thanks for your prayers that this will work, and get her started back on the path of treatments. She only had 7 days of radiation remaining when this all started. We believe the radiation treatments will resume Monday, but we have no idea about the chemo.

Love to all

Bill

Home again but with many precautions!

Well Folks, Following another 4-day stay in the hospital, Jeanine is home again, but we are warned that precautions must absolutely be taken to prevent her from getting any possible kind of an infection, cold, flu, or anything like that! Regrettably we have had to post our doors with signs requesting "no physical contact at this time". When receiving any visitors, she will have to wear a mask. Anything that she comes in contact needs to be wiped down with a disinfectant first. It's a tough go for Jeanine, because you all know what a loving "hugger" she is! That ability will return after her platelets and the white blood cell count get back to where she has some immunity of her own. Everyone is so generous with flowers and food and all, be we have to ask that this be halted for now. She isn't even supposed to eat uncooked fruit and vegtables for risk that contaminates or chemicals many not be completely removed. We know that everyone will understand while we go through this not-uncommon delicate stage in her treatment. She received some kind of a major shot today that to aid in increasing the white blood count. Yesterday she received another infusion of platelets. We just need to be super careful for a while until her own body functions can protect her.

God Bless you each and every one; and she is going to beat this thing! Special prayerful thanks to Jan and Shelley for spending the long nights at her bedside in the hospital.

Bill

Lots of things low, but NOT her faith-fight-spirit!

Good evening all:
Jeanine remains in the hospital tonight, whey the get her low platelet count, low white cell count, and low blood pressure back where they should be.

I'm still in Harrisonburg, VA, and will be home tomorrow night. (can't wait)

Her phone in the hospital is 214-645-1311. (her cell battery is low,(no pun intended) and the charger is at home. Chances are that she will go home tomorrow, but don't want them to push it until those things are well controlled. She is also very susceptable to colds, flu, etc., so we have to use care around that. (low white count)

God Bless you all, and thanks much for your continued prayers.

Bill

Surprise and Caution

Hi Folks. I landed in Charlotte, NC today after having left the wife some 3.5 hours earlier and she was feeling very good. And she had a good weekend. Then the surprise! Her appointment for her radiation treatment and every Monday appointment with the Dr. (following blood work) landed her right back in hospital (St. Paul) for more platelets. Also, white blood cell count is very very low. Moving I guess with caution, they are going to put her in isolation, to prevent her "catchin" something, or getting an infection. It is so strange, because she has felt the best she has since the surgery, during all these last 2 or 3 days. She insists that I stay with my commitment to this audit. I will be home Wednesday evening. I know that she is in good hands. First those of the Lord; Mom and Dad Ezzell, and all the family. I have instant communication with them and her if necessary for me to head back immediately. But I am assued, by the Doctor through Jeanine, there is no need for panic.

Keep us in your prayers please. I'll keep you posted.

Bill

She's having trouble with her personal blog sign-in

..... so here is the contents. (we'll ask Kara to fix it so she can go back in directly)

From Jeanine:
Hello Everyone!

Just had to let you know what a great brain day I've had today! It's great to be alive and thanks for your love and prayers! I don't know how long this will last, but golly does it feel good to feel good!

They changed my prescription today on the radiation and I am in the final 7 days of treatment. I don't know what is going to happen once my treatments are done because I'm not able to take the Temodar pills (chemo). That's what has caused me to have my platelet count problem. But I guarantee you one thing...as soon as I know you all will be the first ones to know!!!!

Keep checking my blog: http://www.jeanineupdate.blogspot.com

Love to you all,
Jean, Jeanine, Aunt Jean

She's having a GOOD Friday this 13th!!

Dear Friends and Family:
I took her for her radiation treatment today. (first that I have been able to do for a while, as have been traveling) - (Thanks God for Dad and Mom Ezzell). Gotta tell you that she is doing and feeling the best today that I have seen! She helped prepare supper, and ate well! She has done some work around the office, and in her words is "having a good brain day"! I fell asleep in my chair after supper, and woke with a start. She was not where she normally is! (she never stays where I put her) Quick tour of the house; couldn't find her. Noticed front door unlocked- lo-and-behold, she was out front trimming the flower basket. This might seem insignificant, but it is rare that she feels like going outside for anything, let alone do something like that.

Praise the Lord! Keep them good days a-com'in.

God Bless you all and have a safe weekend.

Bill