More info on results

Ok, I am sitting home on my computer now instead of posting from my phone. So a little more details. While at first I was disappointed that the tumors hadn't shrunk in size. Dr. Grossman explained to me that this is great, and that only 60 percent of the patients have these results. He said I should be happy with these results, this was exactly what we wanted to see. By the way, we were able to see the scans, and they are really cool. You get to view your body from head to toe one frame at a time. So we finally got to see the tumors and where they are in the lungs. So we are really happy with the results. It is kind of a bitter sweet result. But he did tell us that even if there was no trace of the tumors, for good measure I would still be going in for treatment this weekend. But for now we are really happy at our house. Woo Hoo, the crap I have been going through is worth it. Yeah for us, and for all of you who care so much about us. Thanks for all the prayers, see they really do work. Merry Christmas and have a lovely day.
Love Andy.

Just got news from the doctor, the tumors have not grown. That is really good. I will start another round of treatment on sunday (Easter.)

Stuck, scanned and kicked out

Today I had my CT scan, they had to put an IV in and then scanned me and promptly escorted me out of the room back to the waiting room. They were really nice but extremely busy. I then drove the 100 miles home to have a crown put on, does that make me royalty? I will be finding out tomorrow what the results of the scan. Pending on the results, the plan of action is as follows, blue 42, blue 42, hut hut. If there is no change in the size of the tumors or if they have shrunk, (we are hoping for shrunk) I will go through another series of treatment, beginning on Sunday. If they have grown, (this is bad), we will determine another course of action. So there you have it. I will be updating my blog tomorrow after the doctor appointment. So in the mean time, Merry Christmas and have a lovely day.
Love Andy

Getting back to normal, for now.

As I am recovering, I have noticed that it really sucks. I have been really tired lately, whenever I get some work done, I have to take a nap for a couple of hours to recover. I am trying to lengthen what I do every day, but it seems to backfire. However on a good note. I am feeling a lot better. I am thinking clearer, and I have lost weight. My color is back to normal, and my appetite has returned. So we will see how long my weight loss stays. Just to keep everyone informed. I will be going in for a CT scan on Thursday, and then will be meeting with the doctor on Friday to see if the treatments are working. If they are, then on next Sunday (April 4) I go in for my next series of treatments. So wish me luck and once again, thank you for all your prayers and thoughts. Merry Christmas and have a lovely day,
Love, Andy.

The Merry Christmas thing

Ok, I have had a lot of questions on what is the deal with ending every post with Merry Christmas. Well, it started a long time ago, when I was on my mission in Taiwan. I was talking to a preacher there and he said wasn't it a shame that it wasn't a celebration of Christ everyday. From that day all my letters home included Merry Christmas, and I thought it fitting to include it in my postings, as it is through my faith and others faith in Christ that is helping me make it through this difficult time in my life.
Merry Christmas, and have a lovely day.
Love Andy.

Birthdays

Hey all, Shaeli's birthday was yesterday and Caity's birthday is today. So its been kinda busy around here lately. I have been recovering a little slower this time than last time, as far as energy level goes. But I look a lot better and haven't been as sick as I was last time. With any luck I will be able to go back to work tomorrow (Friday). I am looking forward to that, and getting life back to normal for a couple of weeks before treatment begins again on the 4th of April. We looked at the calendar the other day and if this treatment works, which we will find out on the 2nd of April, my last half of the third treatment will start on the 4th of July. I went in on the first treatment on valentines day. I will start my second treatment, (hopefully) on Easter. So if there is a holiday coming up, plan on me being in the hospital. I would once again like to show my appreciation and thanks for the thoughts and prayers that are bent offered in mine and my family's behalf. Also the wonderful things that people are doing for us. We truly appreciate the help and meals that are being brought in. Merry Christmas and Have a lovely day.
Love Andy.

Just hanging with my peeps

I was just sitting here as the lasics do their job, (it gets rid of all the water I retained). Looking around my domain, There are three, well two really, loyal companions, who whether thick and thin. My two dogs and the cat. The only time the cat likes me is when he can sleep on my chest, or is about to sneeze, then its really important to be right by my side. Go figure.. The dogs on the other hand, if I so much as adjust my position in my chair they are right by my side. They usually just want a treat or go outside, or go for a walk, but all of these things involve me. One of the recommendations the doctor gave me was to get exposed to some vitamin D, which apparently comes from the sun. So as I was sitting in the bright rays of the sun this morning (almost noon). I realized that my two faithful companions, while outside, just wanted to be with me, well the big one did, the small one just wanted to run to the neighbors and play with the other dogs. But when it was time to come in, they both came running happy as can be, so like the big pushover that I am, I gave them a treat, now they are worn out, from sitting. Oh the cone is from an injury he had a while ago, it comes off tomorrow, hurray for Reese(the big black dog). You can see the top of the cats head as he waits in the window for Peggy to come home and spoil him. While he does it there is no need for me to sit at the window, so I guess thats a good thing. Merry Christmas and have a lovely day.

Love Andy.