THANKSGIVING AND ANOTHER LITTLE BLESSING

Yes, it has been a while since there has been an update. This has been a time of adjustment and another period of working on my patience. The last post mentioned potential non-related donors; however, the most appropriate donor became unavailable for 10 months. The other potential donors from that time turned out to not be suitable once additional testing was performed. The doctors at Johns Hopkins then suggested the transplant be pushed back. So, in the meantime, I have continued my course of monthly treatments of Vidaza; and continue to pray for complete healing of this disease in whatever manner the Lord has planned.

Since the last post, we have welcomed another little blessing into the family. My daughter, Meredith, and her husband, Knut, along with "big brother", Bekan, welcomed a baby boy, Rowan, into our family in July. Rowan is my third grandchild and he is thriving very well. Bekan has welcomed his role as a big brother and remains very helpful with Rowan's care.

In October, the family also celebrated the one year birthday of Eva, my second grandchild. It was wonderful to be a part of the celebration. Eva is now walking, and keeping Aprille and Brad very busy.

During this time of the Thanksgiving Holiday, I hope this finds everyone well. I give thanks daily for each day and for the love, support and care of my family and friends. They are all truly a blessing. I would also like to thank everyone for their continued prayers for my complete healing.

If you have not already done so, please consider giving the gift of life to someone through either a blood donation or through being tested to be a potential bone marrow donor. In addition to myself, there are thousands of people waiting for a bone marrow match to save their life.

Blessings to everyone; and once again, thank you!

Margy