Well folks, today is a very rough day. Bill was not able to finish up Chemo bag #7. After an extremely rough night, we all were startled with an early morning nurse saying we need to come to Bill's bedside. Although we were warned that this could happen and it is a little early, he has an infection. The infectious disease docs came with a boatload of antibiotics to offset the infection. It is liver related, but they are feeling hopeful that he overcame the big chemo battle last night, antibiotics will treat the infection, and he has made it to the turning point in this process. The doctors chose to shut down the chemotherapy early to protect the liver.
Unfortunately, he is at the pit of this chemo fight. As we all attempted to cheer him on to keep going, his immune system is at its lowest...as expected. His morale is falling right in line with the chemo outcome and he is seeking less stimulation. He needs rest and as a family, we decided to push less...today. Ultimately, it is a rough day and sometimes we all need to hear an "I'm proud of you," "look at how far you have come," "awesome job," and "we love you." The fight is up to him and we are here for the ups and "downs" in this struggle.
As Bill rested, our family spent the day in our new residence, "The Sunroom" at Poudre Valley. We visited with each other, watched football, looked for new choices on the cafeteria menu, and sincerely enjoyed each other's company. We pray that tomorrow is a better day and Bill is able to get some rest tonight. One day at a time, we all "keep swinging." Hugs to you all...
Bill,
ReplyDeleteWe just got the news that you’re taking on another challenge, one you’re sure to win like all the rest. We understand this is one you’re going to have to dig deep on, but it will be worth it to see all those players you’ve been developing over the years running around on the Laramie Athletics fields you created from thin air. I am looking forward to the stories about this challenge. As always I am sure I will be laughing hard enough that you will have to correct where my head is supposed to be so you don’t give me one of your patented flattops. We plan on getting down to see you ASAP, but our luck we will pass you while you’re heading home. In the mean time you are in our prayers. Stay strong and dig deep. Your amazing family that you love to brag about is there to get you through this, so listen to them.
Debi, Sean, Jodi, or Brock, if there is anything we can do to help you out or bring to you while you’re waiting for Bill/Dad to come home please let us know.
Keep swinging,
The Murdock’s (John II, John III , John IV, & Families)
Hang in there, Bill! That nasty chemo is doing exactly what it's supposed to do. And know that, in a few days your blood counts will start to rise and you will start to heal. You'll start feeling better and better everyday.
ReplyDeleteKeep fighting the good fight!
Melanie & Ryan Stachelski