Half way point

This past weekend Tony, Daryl’s  fraternity “big brother” came down from Eugene, OR for a visit. They  did some reminiscing of  PSK stories. . . first time I heard them . . .  and watch a few baseball games with bantering of the Dodgers and Padres rivalry.  Daryl could not stop smiling and he could not write his “comments” back to Tony  quick enough.  We are blessed by the PSK brotherhood!

This week was chemo #3 which means we are half way done! The picture above is at the Infusion Center for his ~7 hour treatment. Now that he is not the new guy, he can pick any chair, which he choose one up front to look outside!  I had to leave after a few hours and a big Thank you to Dan Lawton who was Daryl’s Uber ride home!

Being the  third Chemo, but only are second outpatient, we are still navigating the chemo effects. We are  thankful that our insurance provides 3 days of hydration at the home from the home health. Also they have approved for his Nupegen shot at home. Nupegen  helps to stimulate his WBC ( these help to fight off infection, and chemo generally lowers them) a little device to Daryl’s stomach and 27 hours after chemo it automatically give him the shot over an hour. Pretty high-tech! Maybe a picture next time

The Wed- Friday after chemo are brutal days for Daryl. Basically the chemo is basically in a full on war with the cancer in his body. He experiences several side effects and it completely wipes him out. But on the positive side, today is Saturday and he is feeling better. He had an appetite for some scrambled eggs and a chicken pot pie. Even eating 2-3 bites is great! Daryl’s strength is also zapped, but he asked for a shower today and that always has to feel good! I was pleasantly surprise  when he wanted to walk around,  a little inside the house, to get gain some strength. Then he point to the door and we went and sat outside for a while!

Chemo is **** but if it beats the battle with Mr C  we are all in!  Daryl truly amazes me everyday with his strength and determination. It would be 120% acceptable for him to stay in bed, but everyday he gets up! He is my inspiration everyday!

Thank you for the continued love and prayers from everyone! Love Daryl and Charlotte