Friday, June 6- Bone Marrow Result Day

Well, we have really been prayerful and patient all week to hear the news from Dr. Nguyen about the bone marrow biopsy.  He didn't make us wait all day (thank you doctor!!) and instead he called my mom by about 8:30am that morning...with GOOD NEWS!!!! He said he would be in later this evening to detail the next steps. God is sooooooo good!

Later that morning dad was hauled over to have a CT scan of his abdomen area, to rule out any major issues that may be causing such pain and discomfort.  He also had another blood/platelet transfusion, which gave him a little boost of energy.  I was there for today's physical therapy session, and dad was a champ! He did a bunch of leg lifts, sat on the edge of the bed and marched in place, and then proceeded to walk to his door twice and out into the hallway once.  It was awesome!

As promised, Dr. Nguyen came down to the hospital to talk to mom and dad about the results of the bone marrow biopsy.  He explained LOTS of things, but most importantly, there were negative results for cancer cells in his white blood.  Dr. Nguyen sketched out a tentative plan, which includes at least two more weeks in the hospital to build up his strength. There will be follow up treatments in the following months, but dad will get some much deserved rest time at home first. (He wants so badly to be home!)

Sing praises!! Jump for joy!! Shout to the rooftops!! Remission is here!
ALL YOUR PRAYERS FOR MY DAD'S RECOVERY ARE WORKING!
Thank you to each and every one of you.
Love, Nicole and Jenny