Today's Appt.

The visit today with the oncologist was affirming as he is talking very favorably of Ray getting to Bethesda, MD for a transplant. He is talking with the Dr. in MD that will be doing the transplant, making certain the protocol. First things first--the bacterial infection in the lungs must be completely gone. He still has another 3 weeks of the IV antibiotics. Over the next couple weeks, a CT scan or two will be done to insure the lungs are clear. Also, another bone marrow biopsy will be done in the next 1-2 weeks.

Ray did get another dose of chemo today as an outpatient. The Dr. said this needs to be done in order to retain remission.

We 're excited and nervous at the same time at the possibility of getting closer to the transplant. We trust God has a plan.

Love you all,
Kim