The word is: Enduring / 56 days...

Yes, 56 days and counting..Enduring is the word of the day.. no other way to say it. Becky had to have her chest Hickman catheter changed to the arm 'pikline'..the chest catheter had some insertion and internal complications. There was a twist in the line at the insertion area and slightly under the skin which, need I say, can cause the fluids to redirect themselves, or cause unwanted infection, but she is doing just fine with the pikline, though it is more cumbersome, requires more effort to move in and out of the way. Good news is: 3 meds were disposed of! Now, let's pray the two 'newbie meds' will do their thang to the GVH disease..which does seem to be feeling a jab or two from the rookie medicines. Becky has noticed a welcomed change. Her abodomen area is feeling a margin of comfort...and this she likes, really likes, yet some unwelcomed fluid to the ankles and feet has appeared. But, we are positive this can be remedied within the next few days.
So, even though Thanksgiving will be spent in the main lobby of the hospital with hubby Bill, and daughter Abbey, the three of us, will be talkin' lotsa turkey and putting a hold on the pumpkin pie and ham til Christmas..and it's really OK..still grateful for the progress made. No, we didn't think Becky would have a 56 day and counting hospital inpatient stay. BUT we are still going to rejoice in the victories seen thus far. I am sure those pilgrims who, what's that word, ENDURED so much hardship in 1621 did the same. They thanked GOD for the smallest of blessings and we do the same. He is faithful..He knows our needs...

May you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving.. Good health and bountiful goodness to you and yours..

Celebrate Life..

Love,

Bill, Becky & Abbey