Day 3

Today had it's ups and downs.  Steve kind of had in his mind that he might have a day like yesterday where he had a break in the madness, but not today.  He woke up pretty miserable and it stayed like that most the day.  His platelet levels dropped again today to a level they would normally do a transfusion.  Since he will probably be needing them more than normal, they decided to lower the parameters of when he will receive a transfusion.  They are going to try and ride it out a little longer before they do the transfusion.  He slept most the day.  Once again, the nurses have been outstanding in taking care of him.  They know exactly what to expect and how to treat it before it even happens. They are working round the clock to make sure he is as comfortable as possible.  I am so very grateful to here at the Huntsman where he is receiving the best care possible.  They are outstanding! Some compare Bio Chemo like having the really bad flu.  That comparison seems so minimal compared to what he is experiencing.  He is handling this like a champ!  I'm very proud of him and the strength he is possessing.  You have to be one tough nut to handle this kind of torture. It makes me feel bad sometimes when he is so uncomfortable because I know he is only going through this because of me and our kids.  He said if it were just him, he would just roll the dice and take the risk of the cancer coming back.  But with his responsibilities and love he has for us, he is suffering greater than he anticipated, all for us.  This is the greatest sacrifice anyone has ever made for me and my kids. I love him more than ever for it!  He is truly doing everything he can to fight this wicked beast.  He is a fighter, so I know he will prevail.