February 1, 2007

Well, today is Art’s new birthday!!! It is 2:15 in the afternoon, the stem cells are here and as soon as he is back from radiation the transplant will start.

A blood clot has developed around the vein supporting his main line where the cells will go in and that has slowed things up but we have been reassured that it is not a serious thing at this point. He will however, be having the line removed and a new PICC line put back in his arm after the transplant is done.

Art is now feeling the effects of the chemo and radiation. He is weak and dealing with nausea yet he keeps up with his sense of humor. Marcus, Tracy, Benjamin and Terra are with us during the transplant. We are all anxious but so looking forward to having this done.

God is good He is always good no matter what we face here on this earth. We are blessed to know that He is the giver and sustainer of life.

Barbara with Art