Getting settled in Monterrey

Penthouse Apartment? Well, if you insist! Gorgeous view? If we must. Let’s just say, we are not disappointed in our first impressions! Sunny and warm (not hot), huge HEB grocery store (Texas best!), gracious welcoming clinic staff, and a great group of MS’ers and their caregivers to go through this HSCT journey with us! The first night we walked to the steak house down the block. Mike tried the local dish (goat) while I stuck with more familiar fare. A good nights sleep was what the doctor ordered after the long day of uneventful travel.

Sunday, Sept 15: It was an unexpected free day for us while others completed their MRI’s. We took the day to settle in, grocery shop, and socialize on the rooftop patio. We did some paper work, text messaged and chatted with the boys (always a highlight)! My personal chef (Mike of course) cooked up a delicious linguine with capers & olive marinara sauce before my fast began this evening! Delicioso! Tomorrow, we start early with pre-treatment testing and meetings with the team of doctors.

Mike and I reflected on what we have to be grateful for and our tribe of friends and family is at the very top of our list. We are truly overwhelmed by the outpouring of love you guys are giving us! We read every message, text, comment and email that are written and wish we could respond to each one. Please know that your comments are appreciated and are lifting our spirits! The days ahead are daunting, with Chemo starting on Wednesday, so thank you for giving us courage to take each step forward!

“Be strong and courageous for the Lord your God goes with you.” Deuteronomy 31:6