January 3

Good news.  Judy's white cell count was high enough (1.2) for chemo today.  She should be done around 11:30 a.m.  This is number 6 out of 12.  Half done. 

Yesterday, Judy and I met with the oncologist, Dr. Ahmed.  We were pleased to find out the injections Judy has been taking will continue to be covered.  The injections of  Neupogen cost $200 a shot and she has to take 7 injections per chemo.  We were looking at the possibility of paying $1400/month for continued treatment.

Dr. Ahmed had Judy scheduled for a CT scan on January 28, but the CT has been postponed to early February because the doctor wants to have another treatment in before determining the effectiveness of chemo thus far.  If progress continues to be positive, Judy will likely go back to the thoracic surgeon to have him reassess.  The first time we met with the thoracic surgeon in August was a bad news day.

Judy's next chemo will likely be scheduled for around January 24.  We are hoping to go to Mexico just before the next chemo.  I am Judy's travel agent.  She wants me to find an all inclusive at at 5 star in a certain place at a certain time and for a certain amount and the flights must depart and arrive at a certain time.  No problem.

Judy's brother David left on New Year's Eve.  We had a wonderful Christmas holiday with him and the rest of our friends and family.  We have never had a better Christmas.  On New Year's Eve, we went to Watrous, stayed at the mineral spa, and enjoyed a night of dancing at Danceland with 6 other couples.  Judy was complimented by a complete stranger for being a wonderful dancer.  The guy is right.  She is my favorite dance partner even though she continues to be bossy.

Judy and I are feeling very positive.  She continues to feel well, enjoy life, and express gratitude for all the good things in her life like the people who read this blog.