Friday, September 5, 2008

All smiles

The Dr. appt. went very well. The Dr. is feeling very confident about Ray's progress and was all smiles. His blood values continue to improve. We'll get the results from the biopsy next Fri. With this biopsy he will also be doing a chromosome study that he says is very helpful with knowing the best form of treatment. You may recall, he tried to do this study with the first biopsy but was unable to aspirate enough bone marrow due to "binding of the marrow" which is a result of leukemia. Today, he was able to aspirate as much marrow as he wanted. A very good sign!!

Here'e the plan: Ray will be home for at least another week to hopefully continue getting stronger, we go back to see the Dr. next Fri. (Sept. 12) to get the results and then he'll make plans for the next round of chemo.

It has done wonders for Ray to hear the Dr. tell him that he looks great, his blood is improving and to go home and keep up the good work!

Thank you all for you continued prayers, phone calls and visits.

Love you all,
Kim

5 comments:

buzz said...

Kim & Ray, this is wonderful news! Prayers continue for all your family. In Christ Jesus, Our Master, Louis.

Gia said...

Thanking God for His healing power and for you our dear friends. Thanks so much for keeping up the blog. It is comforting to hear the news from you, Kim. Know you are loved and in our prayers. Tim had a wonderful time praying for Ray during Ray's hour this week. We both feel it is a great gift to us.
Kim otmbl

Becky said...
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Becky said...

Hey guys great news, keep up the good work.
Love and prayers sent your way,
Becky and Robert

alice said...

Kimmie and Raymond,
Thanks for the news! We keep you in our prayers daily.
Much love,
Alice and Doug