Wednesday
We decided to make an effort to get the IV fluids in before dinner. The nights have not been as restful for Fred and we hope by getting the fluids in earlier in the evening he won't be up as much at night. We didn't quite meet our goal, but it should be better than it was last night. He was also able to take a nap this afternoon.
The routine is pretty much the same, breakfast, detox IV, detox therapies, low-dose radiation (it is 10% of the dosage typically done in the States), lunch, detox IV, detox poultice, low-dose chemo(10%), dinner, detox bath, and to bed. We did squeeze in some time in the sun by eating lunch on the patio by the pool.
This is his second day of R/C (radiation/chemo) so he feels a little wore down. Dr says Thursday is the last day of R/C for this cycle. He will decide what the next week will hold after the weekend and blood draw at the beginning of the week.
Hardly seems like Christmas is tomorrow! Thankful we had our family Christmas last Tuesday. We decided last year to celebrate it each year on Gabriel's birthday, but this year with the harvest being late it pushed some of the other field work back and we had to move it back a day. Hope you all can share many special moments with your families. They are so precious!
So appreciate your prayers!
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Hi Fred & Brenda,
ReplyDeleteSo glad you arrived safely!! It sounds like you are full steam ahead in this treatment!! I'm glad you get to enjoy some sunshine while there...it has been raining her for 2 days:)
We think of you both daily and pray God's healing hand on Fred & His grace to complete each day!!
We wish a Merry Christmas...I know it will not be what you expected but I hope it can still be special!
All our love,
Kathy
Thinking of you down there. Sounds like things are going as well as can be expected...
ReplyDeleteWishing you a Merry Christmas and looking forward to seeing you back!
Love,
Sharemy
Sis,
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to drop you a note to let you know you have been in our prayers. We thought of you tonight as we sat around the table eating Fondue (our Christmas tradition ;) It was a very healthy meal - no doubt!
It's good to hear that Doc isn't wasting any time. Maybe that will get you home faster! We continue to trust that God will direct the whole staff there as they assist Fred with his treatments.
Praying for Gods perfect will to be done.
We love you!
Hugs & kisses from the kids - and us too.
Love,
Matt, Sara & family
Merry Christmas and many prayers continue....
ReplyDeleteDan & Ab..
Special Christmas wishes for you today. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
ReplyDeleteHi Fred and Brenda....
ReplyDeleteThinking of you today as we had our usual Christmas breakfast. Hope you can celebrate this wonderful day in your own special way this year. At least it's warm and sunny there!! As usual..take care and God Bless.
Merry Christmas, Chuck and DiAnn
Dear ones, we wish you the blessings of Christmas!
ReplyDeleteWhat a glorious site it must have been out there on the hillsides of Bethlehem when the angels announced the birth of our Lord and Saviour! We can only marvel and give glory to God for the most wonderful gift He has been willing to give to all who will ask -- Emanuel, God with us. Though we are miles apart here on this earth (you and us), we are both just as close to God… just a prayer away. We continue to lift you up in prayer and trust God will give you grace and strength for each day, and grant wisdom and understanding to the doctors and staff. May God bless you on this special day.
All our love, Mark & Cheryl