Vava started her first “course” of chemotherapy this evening but the treatment was halted when she had an allergic reaction to one of the drugs. The plan is to start the series back up tomorrow (Tues) once a strategy is in place to administer preventative meds to mitigate any reactions going forward. V is fine and sleeping peacefully as I write this, and all vital signs are A-OK.Meantime, V got a bounteous care package from Aunt Mary today which she rifled through with gusto and delight. There were presents in there for Ki and me too, which we will have no problem enjoying. Thanks Mary!! Gwen brought lunch in the nick of time for a fast-food fix that was somehow just exactly the right complement, and then stayed for a fragment of Monopoly, which is the only amount of Monopoly that can be “enjoyed” in a setting like this. Ian stopped by in the evening and administered some laughter medicine along with a light-up, oinking miniature pig that V has flashed at the medical staff to great effect, and the fabulous Jackie dropped off a most elaborate and stunningly delicious dinner for Ki and me that we ate like not-so-miniature pigs. Uncle Scott had brought some much anticipated hum bow just for V earlier in the evening that she wolfed down with steroidal enthusiasm. Valerie was here much of the day as she almost always is, helping, bolstering, guiding and problem-solving.
Here’s to getting started on the decimation of the disease!
Marty
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Dearest Vava-
I am so sorry about your health problems but know that you will conquer all, and be better, stronger, and even more fantastic when you emerge healthy. You have so much love all around you- please know that you are in my thoughts and that I will be coming to Seattle for a visit soon. In the meantime, know that you are loved and believed in. XOXO LeeLee
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