I Hate Nose Bleeds…

I was supposed to receive my third round of PDX today. Unfortunately, my platelets were too low and they decided to wait a few days. My low palette counts (40k) are causing the nose bleeds. We have the other two side effects under control, but these nose bleeds continue to be a nuisance. I realize things could be a lot worse and I’ll adjust to the discomfort. During the off week of treatment, my palette count jumps to 180k.

Shallyn (my sister) is flying in early Wednesday morning; she’s going to be here for the next week and will return home just prior to the start of her fall semester. I have to go to Sloan Kettering on Wednesday morning for blood work, if my platelets are at an acceptable level, I’ll receive treatment. If not, I’ll have to wait a week. The plan is for Shallyn and I to meet at Sloan Kettering just prior to my appointment. No doubt, this will make for an entertaining morning, thank God for cell phones.

I’m making progress on becoming a permanent East Coast resident. I’ve begun the application process with hopes of beginning classes this winter. I’ll share more information as details becomes available.

Also, please keep my Uncle Dave and his family in your prayers. This last week, Doctors informed him that he has two weeks to two months to live. He’s a great person and I’m proud and blessed to call him my Uncle. If you have a few minutes, read his story on the “People Who Inspire Me” page.

Fight 2 Win,

-Alese