Kim did great today and continues to amaze (as usual). Although we got off to a rough start with the IV, after a swollen arm followed by another try in the other arm, they finally found a vein that worked. I of course had to leave the room several times during the IV episode in order to be around for the rest of the treatment. Good news is she got to take the IV home tonight so we can avoid that tomorrow. 4 hours and 4 litres of water later we had the first chemo treatment behind us. Other than an achy head, fever blister and some minor nausea, she actually held up pretty well to the treatment.
It was nice to be back in our apartment (not in the hospital) and a warm bowl of soup and tortillas really hit the spot (loving HEB). Kim wanted me to express her gratitude for all the messages of encouragement and prayers. She is really enjoying the songs some of you sent. It filled the treatment room with sounds of peace, hope and healing. I cannot imagine what this journey would be like without all of you. You are all amazing!
Tomorrow we head back to the clinic for the second round of chemo. She is rocking this!!
Kim's HSCT Journey 
Mike, thank you for sharing this. Keeping you both in our prayers 💕😘
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Oh boy Kim, the real journey has begun! I hope that they are giving you anti-nausea meds in your IV and pills to take with you. I am screaming ‘kick that M’Fer MS out’!!! I’m in such awe of you and Mike, this is no easy task. My brother went to China years ago for stem cell infusions, so I have a small idea what this must be like. I hope they have cable in Monterrey, all the great Fall shows are starting up! Do you want me to DVR anything for you? My faves are This Is Us and A Million Little Things (plus The Voice and Dancing With the Stars, yes I’m a reality tv geek) We had no cable when we went to Ukraine so we brought DVD’s with us. If I never see 2 Weeks Notice again it will be just fine with me! Keep doing exactly what you are doing, I have so much faith that you will be healthier, stronger, and so much happier when this is all over!!! I’m sending you a huge cyber hug🌟
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Melissa thank you!! Yes I had the nausea meds in the IV and for aches and pains. I had an 18 hour headache that was resilient to meds. Finally stopped at about 7am. I will probably catch up on some sleep during today’s chemo. We brought our Apple TV so Mike has us all lined up for entertainment!! And my kindle with several books lined up. Off to the second round of chemo, it takes more grit when you know what’s coming 😬! Your words are so encouraging! Thank you friend!
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Stay strong!! And may God bless! xx
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So glad they took care of the uncooperative veins issue & you don’t have to fight that battle each day. I am praying specifically again that the chemo does it’s job with minimal side effects ( no more 18 hour headaches), controlled nausea so you can enjoy tasty meals with Mike that are important for you to maintain the physical strength & mental peace needed for tomorrow. Praying for God’s wisdom for the medical team working with you giving you hope.
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Thank you Kathleen! Your sweet words and prayers lift my spirits! 😘
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Hey Kim
Thinking of you daily as you persevere through this journey. Thanks Mike for keeping us in the loop. Sending thoughts and prayers your way!!!
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