William was released from the hospital on Friday. I am happy
to report that both of the gram positive bacteria he tested positive for appear
to be responding well to the antibiotics treatment.
Dr. Anderson and I have discussed the decision to postpone scans and radiation. Sepsis (blood infection) tends to cause swollen lymph nodes and organs. If we were to proceed with scans this week the reading MD could see the swollen nodes and/organs as being cancer related. Also, the reading MD could overlook something thinking it was related to sepsis when in fact it could be related to the cancer. So, with a hard lump in my throat I have agreed to wait 2-3 weeks before proceeding with the scans.
As you know, when it comes to William`s future treatment, I am a nervous and anxious momma. Postponing scans and radiation has been a hard reality for me to accept. Refusing to lounge around the Hope Village and dwell on the “what ifs, and then what’s?” I decided to occupy our time – and my mind-with some adventure. William and I spend Saturday driving up Pacific Coast Highway spotting possible hiking spots and familiarizing ourselves with some of the best seafood in Santa Monica. On Sunday morning, William`s honorary uncle, D, and his girlfriend joined us for what turned out to be an extremely memorable day. William hiked Pacific Cove, chased seagulls, collected sea shells, and wrestled with his uncle. The day was ended with a couple of hours in the arcade at Santa Monica Pier and some of the best Gumbo I have ever tasted. (My appreciation and gratitude to Jerome for inviting us into his home, for great food, good wine, and excellent company)
So, what started out as a weekend bordering on tears, broken nerves, anxiety, and fears, ended in a weekend filled with happy memories, good friends and William`s laughter.
As always, we will Keep on Keepin' on. We will live strong with God in our hearts and His courage in our souls.
Dr. Anderson and I have discussed the decision to postpone scans and radiation. Sepsis (blood infection) tends to cause swollen lymph nodes and organs. If we were to proceed with scans this week the reading MD could see the swollen nodes and/organs as being cancer related. Also, the reading MD could overlook something thinking it was related to sepsis when in fact it could be related to the cancer. So, with a hard lump in my throat I have agreed to wait 2-3 weeks before proceeding with the scans.
As you know, when it comes to William`s future treatment, I am a nervous and anxious momma. Postponing scans and radiation has been a hard reality for me to accept. Refusing to lounge around the Hope Village and dwell on the “what ifs, and then what’s?” I decided to occupy our time – and my mind-with some adventure. William and I spend Saturday driving up Pacific Coast Highway spotting possible hiking spots and familiarizing ourselves with some of the best seafood in Santa Monica. On Sunday morning, William`s honorary uncle, D, and his girlfriend joined us for what turned out to be an extremely memorable day. William hiked Pacific Cove, chased seagulls, collected sea shells, and wrestled with his uncle. The day was ended with a couple of hours in the arcade at Santa Monica Pier and some of the best Gumbo I have ever tasted. (My appreciation and gratitude to Jerome for inviting us into his home, for great food, good wine, and excellent company)
So, what started out as a weekend bordering on tears, broken nerves, anxiety, and fears, ended in a weekend filled with happy memories, good friends and William`s laughter.
As always, we will Keep on Keepin' on. We will live strong with God in our hearts and His courage in our souls.
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