Completed the actual transplant today—all of approximately
40 minutes. Now the game is to provide medication
and support to bring lab counts back up to normal and restore normalcy. Dr. Rosen says to expect feeling ‘like you’ve
been hit by a small car’ (rather than a semi-truck). Some rough patches before
and after but side effects are largely manageable now.
There is lots of activity around campus getting ready for the
Bone Marrow Transplant Reunion on Friday.
I’ve been entertaining myself with a listen to the eminently
well-written Leadership
in Turbulent Times by the leadership biographical scholar, Doris Kearns
Goodwin. Though I don’t believe the current political climate was mentioned
once, there are numerous times it’s easy to yearn for the leadership of FDR,
TR, Lincoln, or even LBJ which were largely based on honor, truth, commitment
to right principles, and authentic relationships. FDR’s heroic battles against
polio are a welcome respite to the current challenges both my own and those in the political landscape.
I’m not feeling great at present but am hopeful that the
worst is behind and I will soon be home.
Best wishes, Mike. Here's to a speedy recovery, you'll be back on your feet before you know it!
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ReplyDeleteSorry you have to go through this, but it is interesting! I hope the best for you and your recovery! You will turn it into a positive experience.
Peace,
Sue
Thank you for keeping us in the loop. It helps to know how to pray.
ReplyDeleteThanking the Lord that all went as planned for the day, and praying for the best of days ahead. Hugs!
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