Two days ago Bill was so weak he couldn’t even get out of bed. He had been given morphine when he experienced extreme stomach pains, and he basically lost a day. He also had a blood clot in his arm over the weekend and had minor surgery to place a Hickman catheter in his chest and remove the PICC line in his arm.
This morning, when I arrived at the hospital, his room was empty. His shoes and socks are on the floor, his pants are on the bed, and shirt is off the hanger. It looked like he was getting ready for an escape. About 15 minutes later he strolls into the room. He says, “I went for a walk and I got lost”. He had been wondering the halls of the hospital for an hour. He spotted a transport person to ask for directions, the man found a wheelchair, and escorted him “home”. He said, “The next time I’ll drop breadcrumbs”. In his defense, this hospital is HUGE, with many different hospitals connected by walkways, and several wings to each section. I, myself, only know one way in and out.
Medically, Bill’s blood work is still improving. The blasts in his blood stream are down to 24%. The goal is 0. The doctors gave him a day of rest today, and will start the clinical study on Thursday. They are very pleased with his health going into the study.
Today was also a big day because our friends, the Wicks, Userys, and Luttrells flew in from three different states, visited for the whole day, and flew home this evening. We laughed, reminisced, cried, and prayed together. It meant so much to us that they took the time to be here for Bill and for me.
Our prayer this day is for new life as Bill begins the clinical study. May the Lord put his blessing on this drug that is about to enter Bill’s body. Amen
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It is so good to know that Bill was strong enough to take a stroll around the hospital. Tell the nurses he needs a cow bell around his neck so they can track him around. By the way, I suppose he had a smile on his face after seeing Tennessee beat Kentucky. That's okay Bill, I really thought you would beat us by a LARGE number. Now just look forward to tournament time and this will help pass the time at the hospital. Good luck in the coming days of the clinical trial and let's hope it all goes well. I'm pulling for you and so happy you had a good day for your company.
Love to all,
Mary Jo
What a wonderful way to start my day to hear wonderful news from Bill. Just tie a bell around his neck next time you leave him. Can't wait for the trials to begin. I know it will go well. Can't wait to see pictures of last weekend. Love you guys.
Becky
I'm so glad Bill was able to stroll the halls, even if he got lost (something that almost always happens to me in strange hospitals). So glad also to have the support and company of your friends.
I prayed for Bill in Adoration Chapel this morning. We pray the clinical trial is kind and successful.
God Bless you all.
Dori from AZ
Get Bill a GPS! It is good news to hear that he feels well enough to walk around. We will pray that the trials work miracles!
Ann and Jim Reego
Bill,Out for a stroll-how exciting. Next time take a compass. It is a little less obvious than breadcrumbs.
So glad you got to enjoy the day with your friends. They have always been your family away from home.
We will continue to pray for your numbers to improve.
Good luck and may the chemo tomorrow be the blessing we have all been praying for.
Thinking of you an praying often
Paula and Jim
Friends and Family are the best medicine and you and Bill have had a dose of both! Well, at least we know that Bill is not a typical male - he asked for directions! But then again, we all knew he is more than typical!
So glad the blasts have decided to blast out of his system. Here's to continued improvement!
Love, Prayers, and good health,
Gail
Now, you know when you see the little kids with a leash and their parent attached, we may need to leash Uncle Bill! Great to hear he is ambulating and getting around. Hepefully this Hickman works better than the PICC. Praying for you often.
Much Love,
E.B.
Bill, it's so good to hear you are strong enough to go exploring! Thoughts and prayers are for you and that those new drugs will help you improve.
Love to you and Nancy,
Judy and Dave
If Bill would have been underground, he would have found his way home. Needs to be dark and drafty. George and I are pleased and not surprised that Bill is improving. God surely isn't deaf to all the prayers that are coming his way. Love, George and Janet.
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