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We got back from the University of Chicago hospital yesterday afternoon. I drove this time so it would be easier for me to get the Yoon’s house at night. We purchased parking coupons so it is only $5 a day as opposed to $13-$25 a day. Neal did pretty well getting his chemo. He did some throwing up, especially Thursday and was very drained physically. I told him that this was normal; it’s just that he managed to not have side effects for the past 7 months. His hemoglobin is down which is part of the reason for his fatigue. He went to our local hospital today to get a neulasta shot to help raise his white count so hopefully he will start to feel better in a couple days.

Karl is the winner of the donor contest! Both were matches but since Joan has been pregnant (pregnancy does something to the proteins)a male is preferred. He will need to undergo tests at the U of C. Neal also will get a PET scan in 3 weeks and need to meet with the transplant doctor. So, the transplant will take place sometime in February. We meet with Neal’s doctor next Thursday. She will give us a time table. I am learning to take one day at a time and not stress about the future, like where to stay.

As I reflect about 2010’s New Years I was still undergoing radiation. I thought we would have a “healthy” 2010. God had something else in mind, a constent reminder that He is in control. What will 2011 hold??? One thing I am sure of, God is directing our paths and His ways are best. So whatever happens He will be with us through it all.

Happy 2011!

On the journey,
Trish

PS Thanks to the Spaulding’s for the puzzle. It was the perfect size to do on the table!

PSS I couldn’t resist showing off our two little reindeer: Lane and Eli 🙂