Hi All,
Everyone recovered from last nights' game yet? Can't wait for Sat. nite in Boston!
Not a lot new, so I thought I would give a quick medical update for those not in the know about these things, and what we expect to happen down the road here. I mentioned that I had been feeling very good, and that my blood "counts" were remaining high. That all changed today, but in a way that was totally foreseeable. Basically, this procedure starts with 6 days of high Chemo doses, a day off, the transplant, and then a wait and see posture. The doc's totally expect your counts to bottom out, as the chemo does what it is supposed to do, which is pretty much destroy your immune system, and then let the new stem cells hopefully start building it back up gradually, as they "graft". That's the quick version of the entire deal. So they were waiting for me to kind of wipe out, which started today. My view is that I knew it was coming, and this next week to ten days is where I have to tough it out a little, and hope that nothing serious happens infection-wise, or with side effects. I am mentally prepared for this, so please do not worry unneccessarily. I may not feel like writing you all each and every day, but please feel free to write me back anyway. As far as I am concerned, now we are "getting it on" and I look forward to starting, so I can get through it and come out the other side on the road to recovery.
That said, I will bid you all a good night. Keep those positive thoughts coming, and also keep our niece Jen in your prayers for a speedy recovery from her surgery!
Love to ALL
Mike
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we know you will keep up the good fight....and will WIN!!!! the best to you each and every day. love, jill and joel
"Michael Dear",
We both know what it means to get into "Warrior mode"...So let those stem cells take up their weapons and begin their fight. YOU may be leading the battle, but we're all behind you and together we are a small army. We'll get through this, Sweetheart. Just keep up your great attitude and we'll help keep you nourished with food and encouragement. Your nurses, "My Love" and the rest of the incredible crew... and your Doctors will take care your body. I can't wait to dance to "My Girl" with you again. Your Little Oak Tree loves you dearly-
Sleep tight-
Love, Cookie
Dear Mike,
You have a circle of grace surrounding you; it's all the people who love and care about you! Of all the teams, yours is the best and your life and ours will be forever changed...
"Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul and sings the tune without the words and never stops at all." Emily Dickinson
With love, mari and barry
GO MIKE! GO STEM CELLS!! GO BULLS!!
We're thinking about you and wishing you a fast recovery. Pretty soon you'll wake up one morning and you'll be home. Lots of love, Leslie and Norm
Mike, We know that you have the strength and will to fight like the Bulls and surpass any obstacles that might try to interfere. Just know that we are all with you every minute in our thoughts and prayers especially during the these upcomming days which may be a bit more challenging. Its your unbelievable spirit and character that continues to inspire us all, you are truly amazing. We love you!!!
Love Pat Nancy and the girls.
Hi Mike!
We know you are going to come thru this with
flying colors!!
Love Ya!
Aunt Esther & Uncle Ed.
Hi MC,
Sounds like things are happening the way they should. I know a tough guy like you will certainly tough it out. You'll have Game 7 to keep you occupied tonight. So, cozy down and brings those "baby bulls" though the series. MW is calling you right now (I gave him the chance to comment on your blog). He'd much rather talk to you. His typing coordination is very much in question. Praying for you and Jen for a speedy and complete recovery. Love,
Lanabelle
I'm putting my money on Center and the Bulls.
Sit back and enjoy!
Zeke
Mike,
I am now visualizing Tiger Woods AND Ray Allen and Paul Pierce in your blood cells shooting eagles and 3-pointers. Stay strong and positive. Love you!
Hi Mikey, Thinking of you and praying each and everyday. So glad that things are moving foward. Love and kisses to you! Diane & Andy
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