Chemo #4

Hello everyone,

First, just another big thank you for all your thoughts and prayers. I failed to get an email update out last week, but we did get chemo treatment #3. Ian had a very good week, riding his bike and exercising Tues. through Fri. He started having more pain over the weekend, though, and his hair is nearly gone. :-(

Today we had treatment #4. It was a long day and Ian was in quite a bit of pain through the day. We started pretty early this morning so we could stop and purchase a cabinet for the bathroom that is one of those things we have yet to finish on our "long term" remodel. We have a wonderful friend helping us get at least a toilet and sink in that will be near Ian's room. Anyway, Ian had more pain than usual and was a trooper to keep moving and having a positive attitude through the day!

Of course, we are hoping for a good week this week. We never know how these drugs will effect him as they overlap and interact. We do know that the lump on his neck can barely be felt by the Dr. - and what she's feeling might even just be the biopsy scar healing!

Thank you again for your concern. We are grateful for the great community around us!

Love, Natalie