Chemo Round 6

Today Simone and Bobbie were chanting, "Two more, only Two more".

It's been a long haul, but we are down to the last month of chemo therapy. Greg and Shauna and family are coming to visit for the Easter holiday and then Celeste is coming to visit a few days after that. Bobbie is hoping that the visits will help speed the time along.

Bobbie continues to be super tired and this new chemo seems to have lessened her appetite. She tries to eat what she can and has  lost about 10-12 pounds. It's important for her to keep her strength up and eat as often as possible. Fred is continually concerned that his sweetheart isn't eating enough. Simone and Fred try to get her whatever sounds good to her. Last week she liked plain McDonald's hamburgers and a few fries. Simone plans good meals and snacks to take to the marathon 5 hour chemo treatments. Chicken salad was a favorite for awhile. She has been a real trooper over the past 3 months and we're all extremely happy that we are down to the final 2 treatments.

Yesterday Bobbie had a routine appointment where they checked her blood prior to chemo, to make sure she is healthy and ready. Simone called today and said that Bobbie is going to have a blood transfusion tomorrow. Her hemoglobin is really low. She has been super tired and out of breath, so this explains her symptoms and should help her to feel better.

She starts chemo 3 on Friday and she's a bit nervous about it. The doctor said most people have an easier time with 3 than they do with 1 &2. The side effects and allergic reactions can be worse though. So, we are asking for renewed prayers on her behalf. I'll let you know how she's doing again early next week.