Katie, Josh and I all traveled to Burlington today for a little chemotherapy. Josh is on vacation for the rest of the week, so he was obliged and willing to travel along. Katie was not as willing but I didn't give her the option.
Chemo was reasonably quick today... just 2.5 hours in the hospital plus the trip down and back. It was actually a nice day for a trip and we rode down with the windows part way down, nibbling on snacks and enjoying the sun.
Katie was good for her doctors and nurses throughout the procedure and Josh was happily occupied with coloring and playing. When everything was said and done, we stopped in to visit Grandpa Art and Grandma Kathy for a quick bite, a drink and a hug. Then we were off and headed home. Katie slept, but Josh stayed awake and kept me company all the way home.
Despite the transfusion Tuesday, Katie's numbers are still low - especially the hemoglobin which is currently only 7.2. The doctors expect that she will need another transfusion by Monday. For right now though, we are all set for a good weekend. Hopefully the warm, sunny weather will hold out so we can get outside a little.
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