Saturday, September 20, 2008

ENJOY THE FLAT WATER

As we wrap up another week it has been one of pretty much holding our own. Sharon's white count finished the week at 8.6, about the same level as the prior week. She had a chest x-ray on Tuesday that pretty much told us the same things as the cat scan. The pneumonia is pretty much cleared up but there is a large amount of fluid still remaining. We're not really sure whether the increased lasix is helping, but we do know it has not resolved the problem. She is doing pretty well over all, but still lacks any kind of stamina or strength. We will continue the current course through next week and then begin Dacogen treatments again on the 29th. Also on the 29th we meet with the Doctor and will decide whether or not we need to move forward with having the fluid removed if it is not gone. We were pleased that Sharon was able to attend the marriage of Dale and Eileen's son Doug in the Los Angeles temple last Saturday. It was a beautiful service and we were very glad to be there. It was a long but wonderfully fulfilling day for Sharon.
We like all of you continue to pray for miracles to occur. We remain optimistic and "CONTINUE TO MOVE FORWARD WITH FAITH."

5 comments:

Anonymous said...

What a wonderful feeling to be in the temple with family.
We are so glad to hear how your doing on a weekly basis.
Your a wonderful family and we keep you in our prayers always.
We are enjoying seeing BYU on T.V. this year, last year we couldn't. We watch Utah also, + many others but those two teams are our favorite.

Anonymous said...

Dear Sharon & Blaine,
Thanks again for the update. I was so
happy Sharon was able to attend the temple marriage. That makes life worth while. Hope things keep improving.
I returned from Houston Thurs. and have witnessed my 1st hurricane. John and Paula really were blessed without much destruction.
You continue to be in our prayers.
Sending my love. Aunt Mary

Dro said...

No ripples, no rapids, no waves = GOOD NEWS! Thanks Pops for the update.

Greg said...

Looking forward to a week of rest and improvement, before you have to go back on the Dacogen. We love you and know that miracles do and will happen.

loubige said...

It was a great surprise to see you guys at the temple for the wedding. We are hoping that mom is not too tired this weekend when we come out! We can't wait to see you. We love you and are still praying everyday for you!!!