Last Saturday, after 5
days of chemo, Dr. Boyd let me go and wait for the Neutrophils to drop in our
beautiful home/garden rather than in the hospital.
Jutta has been taking loving care of me and won’t even let me brew my own coffee in the morning – I don’t argue too much about being spoiled and enjoy it while it lasts.
Jutta does however let me fire up the grill and we’ve enjoyed delicious dinners al fresco every single day. She is also putting up with my occasional grumpiness that seems to overcome me once in a while and for which I really feel very badly.
I expect that in a few days my blood values will hit bottom and then start climbing again as the bone marrow is producing new and hopefully healthy cells. Except for some dizziness, I am feeling very well and quite strong. For the time being I am trying not to think too often about the coming round 4 but know of course that it needs to be done and get it over with.
I expect that in a few days my blood values will hit bottom and then start climbing again as the bone marrow is producing new and hopefully healthy cells. Except for some dizziness, I am feeling very well and quite strong. For the time being I am trying not to think too often about the coming round 4 but know of course that it needs to be done and get it over with.
Today, Ciara and Ysanne, Heidis’ twin girls are celebrating their sweet 16 and we are all going out for lunch together. Afterwards we plan to take a walk on Ferry Beach.
We continue to receive
so many heartwarming signs of love and support from family and friends and
would like to thank all of you for helping us get through this difficult time,
it feels so good to be loved.
3 comments:
Dear Peter, you certainly are loved, and deservedly so -- by your Jutta, by your children and grandchildren, and by your many friends. As you go through this very difficult time keep drawing on that love and it will help sustain you. We are full of admiration for your courage and endurance. Love from David and Joan
Beautiful Girls- sweet 16, and a lovely shot of your beach walk.
looks like a nice spread for your lunch with very healthy ingredients. watermelon with what in between?
I hope your numbers start to climb and side effects are nil.
Round 4- you can do it! Unfortunately you are a pro now.
So glad you have been able to be @ home for this recovery rather than "incarcerated" in the penthouse or the larger ballroom. nothing beats Home :)
Peter, it is so good to hear your 'voice'. Jutta is indeed so wonderful in all her support and the thought she gives to each meal. I have always marveled at her cooking talent! It is fantastic that you can get out and about -- the photo of you and your girls taking a walk on the beach does indeed speak volumes about how well you are loved.
And much love from us,
Monica and Gregg
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