This is the Consolidation Chemotherapy plan:
Days 1, 3 and 5 Courtney will receive two doses of Ara-c (Cytarabine) separated by 12 hours. Days 2 and 4 she will sit around and do nothing – as far as chemotherapy is concerned. She will probably do a lot of talking. She’s always been easy to talk to, but lately she’s been especially chatty. It’s been a lot of fun just listening to her. I wish I didn’t have to work, so I could spend more time with her. But I’m grateful for the nights that I’ve been able to stay with her and grateful to my mom for helping taking care of the kids and the house so I can have this time with Courtney.
So, today was chemotherapy free once the 2nd dose finished early this morning. She had a really good day, with the exception of some headaches. Hopefully that will be the worst of her stay here, and hopefully they won’t last much longer. Her next dose of chemotherapy begins tomorrow at noon. Each dose takes about 3 hours to administer. So far, not so bad.
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taken 9/15/07 - Kylie's baptism day
taken 8/4/07
Emma's first day of school '07
taken 8/4/07
taken 8/4/07
Kelley, Courtney, Susan - 8/4/07
The story of Courtney's battle and victory over Leukemia.
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Never to us
Everyone says this about tragedy, “I never imagined it would happen to me.” That’s the way it should be. You should never go through life imagining the worst will happen, especially when you are healthy and happy. That is the state we were in – healthy and happy – until about 10:30 pm last Saturday, September 15, 2007. Less than a week later, Courtney began an all out war against the ravages of Leukemia. We never imagined it would happen to us.
We are extremely blessed to have the support of many friends and family members. And while we’d love to be able to call and talk with each and every one of the people who care for us, we’ve decided the best way to keep everyone up to date with Courtney’s fight is through this blog. Please don’t hesitate to share this with people you know.
We are extremely blessed to have the support of many friends and family members. And while we’d love to be able to call and talk with each and every one of the people who care for us, we’ve decided the best way to keep everyone up to date with Courtney’s fight is through this blog. Please don’t hesitate to share this with people you know.
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- Day 2 Consolidation
- Day 1 Consolidation
- I would have to say, and Courtney is sitting here ...
- Day 34 - The BMT Visit
- Day 33 - A Donor!
- Day 31 - Home At Last!!
- Day 29 - I Will Be Here
- Day 28 - Remission!!
- Day 27 - Homeward Bound
- Day 26 - The Best Medicine
- Day 25 - More Better News
- Day 24 - Hospital Fun
- Day 23 - Two Words
- Day 22
- Day 21
- Day 20 - Hoping for a better day
- Day 19 - Better than Day 18
- Day 18 - Side effects
- Day 17 - Mini Makeover Day
- Day 16 - Restless Nights
- Day 15 - Aidan 2.1
- Day 14 - Milestones
- Speechless
- Day 13 - PM
- Day 13 - Mid-day update
- Day 12 - Reality Bites
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- Courtney's Angels - T-shirt
- Day 10 - Final Diagnosis
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Kylie and Daddy
taken 9/15/07 - Kylie's baptism day
Miranda
taken 8/4/07
Emma
Emma's first day of school '07
Aidan
taken 8/4/07
Aidan kisses Emma
taken 8/4/07
Courtney and her sisters
Kelley, Courtney, Susan - 8/4/07
6 comments:
Glad to see the staff seems to be on the ball and the hospital is a little more fresh and updated. Hopefully this will be a quick stay and you can get back to your kids! Todd, you are right about your mom. She is so awesome to step in and help out with the kids and home!!
Glad it's going well so far! Lots of prayers coming your way!
It is good to hear that UTS is treating you nicely. Our family continues to pray for you and your family during this time. We are all praying that you get through this round of chemo without too many harse side effects.
Much love...and you know if you ever need an ear to listen to your stories I am so there:)
UT has proved to be the best choice. I am glad your PICC line went in without any problems, and that your Docs are pushy enough to get things done. We will pray you stay fever free, so you can come home soon.
Zale Lipshy is a very nice hospital. Brandon had his back surgery there in Feb and stayed several days. Staff and facility quite nice. Glad to hear your stay has improved. Praise God for a much better picc line experience! Praying that you are limited to just this week in hospital. Much love, thoughts & prayer...
Hey Courtney,
It was really nice talking to you the other day. I feel inspired by your perspective and attitude about everything. Please know that we're still thinking about you constantly and hope that this round of treatment goes as smooth as possible. We love you!
Amy
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