First I must apoligize for the awful spelling in the last couple of blogs. If you know me very well, you know I am an awful speller. I usually just type then do spell check to correct. Well the spell check did not post on the last couple of posts. I know it doesn't really matter but I am like Lauran's boyfriend, Jeff, it bothers me to send something that is not correct. On with the important stuff.
Day 9, Jan. 17 - All vital signs are remaining stable and white counts at 700, Hct - 30.1 and Platelets - 21. This was the midnight reading. Around 3a.m. Franklin received platelets because of bleeding from nose. Of course this too is a normal occurance because of low platelet counts and after about 30 minutes clotting occurred. Franklin was up frequently will more bleeding and diaherra. They found no bacteria in the stool samples so Imodium was given. Thank goodness!!
GREAT NEWS ARRIVED ABOUT 10:00 A.M. - CELLS WERE BEGINNING TO ENGRAPH - MARROW MAKING CELLS(A formula is used to determine this immature cells x WBC(white)divided by 100 = amount that is engraphing - must be at least .500, Franklin's is .700). WOW!!! Lonial came in with uplifting news also. Franklin is doing better and at a quicker pace than he had expected and this included the tongue and throat swelling. Even with stumbling block Sunday (Jan. 14) he has had better progress than anyone else on hall. He wants to reduce dexamethsome to 1/2 the dosage(4mg) starting tomorrow. take off of IV fluids except for one antibiotic which has to be given IV. Franklin must start eating and drinking. Getting out of hospital is up to 3 factors now - eating,drinking and moving around. MIND BOGGLING!!
Physical therapist began her visits today and started Franklin on some valuable exercises to begin rebuilding.I am doing flips while Franklin is feeling overwhelmed.
Nose bleed about midnight brought more platelets.
Day 10, Jan. 18 - Dr. explained Franklin's overwhelmed feelings as you guessed it "normal". It is comforting to know that the doc and nurses have pretty much seen it all. Cabin fever, anixous and speedy recovery come together to make overwhelmed. I quess all the prayers are working - THANKS!! Franklin's strength is slowing improving, so he has been able to move around the room with minimal assistence. The hardest part of today was trying to eat, when he has no appetite. The speed of recovery is wonderful but has its scary moments.
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We are so excited to hear the good news that Dub is on the right track to recovery. Hanna and grace are hoping and praying for full remission except for the sweet tooth part. They really enjoyed the new candy loving Dub!! We recently received Hanna's report card and she is doing great..exceeding expectations in most all of her subjects. I believe we will have her next parent teacher conf. in Feb. These are the years that we actually look forward to this and get excited about it. For our sakes I hope it always will stay this way. Gracie is doing great as well. She is still having problems w/ a few sounds but thank God it is down to just a few. Mostly G,F,&S. Can't complain about that. Bless her heart she does not lose her patience and she does not give up. She has a strong will and try. Just like you Dub! Aimee & Franklin, your amazing strengths and attitudes are an inspiration to us all. We love you!
F-A-N-T-A-S-T-I-C !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Send MORE GOOD news.
I was so excited, I accidently deleted our message at first.
Love ya'll,
Linda and Jimmy
P.S. Send pictures of flips!!!
Good afternoon to you both--sounds like you are the outstanding kid on the block today---congrats!!!
Keep up the good work! Eat up and get your strength back so you can run a road race--wish I could say I could do that, but I can't. Old age steps in and says a roaring "no"!
As my Mom used to say, my minds says "yes" and my body says "no".
Things down here are cold but sunny. But we are staying in and warm. Jack still does his regular daily run of the Waffle House and the golf course to hang out with the guys--they get the latest gossip and do alot of nothing--
Bubba Roquemore and family have moved to Forsyth, Tracey had gone to work, partime with Karen---and Bubba will probably become one of the "boys" with Jack at the golf course--lol. He has his good days and not so good.
Have a good day and know we are pulling for you everyday!
Marilyn and Jack
Hi Franklin and Aimee! I finally had some time to read your wonderful blog. I am amazed at this incredible process and the science behind all that is happening. I am delighted that Franklin is doing so well; I feel strongly that he will continue to do so. He is obviously well-loved and supported. Having met both of you, I can certainly understand why. I hope to "walk the line" on the track at the Wellness Center with both of you soon. Until then, I will keep in touch through the ethers and through the internet. many blessings to both of you! Amy
Hi! Am so very glad to hear of your progress. Lots of prayers and good thoughts around HMS for the both of you. Things are getting better at school, the kids are getting to know my personality as I am getting to know them.
Franklin, I hope that your appetite improves. Wish I could give you a bit of MY appetite! Sometimes when I get worried about you guys, I just try to remember the "rowing of the cow" across the lake and I end up laughing out loud. Love you both.
Gay
Great news! Prayers are still going up for you all for continued progress and that full recovery. Know it won't happen over night but perhaps every day will be a little better!
Maybe today will be a good tomatoe soup day!
Ann
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