Today mom had her 13th treatment. Because of some side effects of the chemo (a lingering rash from last week), she did not get a chemo dose today. She only received the Herceptin (protein drug) today.
Her blood counts are still all in the normal range and the doctor gave her the green light to travel to Baroda this weekend. This will be mom's first venture away from home since her diagnosis. We are so happy that she is feeling up to some light traveling - even just for a short visit.
It is amazing how life crosses paths with others. Today was the final treatment for the wife of someone I used to do business with when I was working. We have seen him and his wife several times over the last few months. She is also battling breast cancer. We talked about what a huge accomplishment it was for her to complete her treatment - 11 months. I can only keep hoping that mom will respond in the same way and we can have that same feeling of joy going into a final treatment.
It is pleasure to know Ida and Peter could visit Baroda. We have wonderful memories of spending so many good days in Baroda with them beginning July 4th, 1993. I am sure it was refreshing as weather is nice these days. Girls are enjoying vacation and preparing for a month end trip to Boston & Europe! Our prayers and best wishes as always.
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