Monday, June 29, 2009

Still Low

Over the weekend Ray had three transfusions of platelets and two of packed red blood cells. During the Dr. appt. today, we found out he was still running low and another unit of platelets and red cells were ordered. He'll continue to have the blood test (counts) done each day this week, and may still need more transfusions.

Boy, this is all we get done. Each transfusion takes 1-3 hours and then there is always so much time spent waiting. I usually just stay with him a short while and then go back later and get him. He's feeling stronger now and should be able to drive himself tomorrow.

In case you have not heard-- we are going to have a new daughter in-law. Andy and Britteny are planning a January wedding!! We're thrilled Britteny will be joining our family. I was always afraid we were going to scare her off.

Love you all,
Kim

1 comment:

Amy said...

It sounds like you're trying to two-step, Ray! Listen to me: no more steps back... I wish it was that easy to make it stop.

I'm totally pushing blood donations here although I know they don't make it to Amarillo. I pray for you always and hope you beat the carp (playing on words, not misspelled) out of this.
XO,
Amy