Update Day +12 An Actual Post from Rose...

Update :  Today is proving to be a much better day than yesterday.  So far my experience has been 2-3 good days followed by a not so good day, and is definitely related to the different drugs and chemo I am getting.  Most of what I now receive belong to a class of drugs for anti- rejection . And while they make me feel awful for a day , the long term goal is total engraftment  The recent increase in the white blood cells is a first indicator that  counts are moving in the right direction.  I'll take it.

The SCT floor encourages movement and exercise.  I attend music therapy once a week. The performer is very good and patients enjoy the music.  Sessions are similar to what Inspirit  provides, and I must say, it is a soothing, enjoyable hour.     Exercise classes are offered 3x per week and are therapeutic on a couple of levels; the physical activity and the opportunity to meet other patients. 

I have met some very courageous people, young and older.  One woman, age 33, from Oklahoma, has two young girls at home, and a husband who drives 2 days  to spend a couple of days with his wife as often as he can.  She walks the 11th  floor corridors five miles a day  on average, and  encourages the rest of us to keep moving.     She has her eye on the prize of getting home to her family and is a true inspiration. There are so many stories that tear at one's heart and yet give hope.

Looking forward to another good day tomorrow.  Love you all !
Rose