Jack to Normal

It’s been almost a month since I posted, so I thought I’d bring this blog up to date.  We’re currently at BJC for his 6th round of chemo.  His 5th round was completed in late March without side effects.  We’ve had several outpatient visits, but managed to stay out of the hospital.  On April 5th, we had a consultation with Jack’s oncologist,  Dr. Abboud, and learned that he won’t need a bone marrow transplant due to his MRD negative status (aka-remission).  That was the very best news we could expect and means that once he completes his 8th round of chemo, he’ll begin the maintenance phase of treatment. 

We were home for Easter & the eclipse.  Both were amazing!  After the eclipse, I thought, “Let’s shake things up!”, so I got Covid.  Then Jack followed my lead & got Covid as well.  Blessedly, despite his compromised immune system, he only had an intermittent cough & a low grade temperature.  Our illnesses postponed Jack’s current admission by 10 days.  He readmitted on the 19th & is finishing his methotrexate today.  He has a lumbar puncture  tomorrow & then two brief doses of chemo before he can discharge. We’re ready to get back home, but know there may be a few delays as this type of chemo generally kicks his butt.  In the wise words of Jack Randle, “It’ll be done when it’s done.”  Until then, we’ll be hanging out on the 8th floor binging bad TV.  As always, thank you for the positive energy & prayers.  They’ve brought us this far & we can see the finish line!

Rich, Meg & Jack