So, I went to work today, and was having a fairly normal day involving paperwork, talking to people, a test-flight of one of the helicopters, and then some PT time with the crew.
Around noon, Christie called and asked me to call the doctor about a painful bump she had on her back (like a pore infection). So, I called, expecting them to say that it's not a big deal. Well, anything is a big deal when you're on chemo!
They said to come in right away, if possible. So, around 1300, I rushed home, picked up Christie, and we drove the 1.5 hrs to Travis AFB where they gave her some antibiotics (Keflex) and checked her blood for white blood cells. Her count is 3000, which is great for being on chemo. So, her immune system is doing pretty good, and she is probably able to fight things off like normal.
So, with about 2 hours to go until her class in Redwood City starts, we commenced groundhog day: drove the 1.2 hour drive straight to her class, and it still took 2 hours because of California traffic (just like last week)! We got her there late again, but she's taking Biochemistry, which is a pretty nerdy class - and since the U.S. is in a nerd shortage right now, the demand is high and they'll let her slide. Well, that, and she told the teacher she has cancer! That's like a "Get Out of Jail Free" card!
So, realizing that we've driven over 5.5 hours today, I'm going to see if they'll just let us take one of the helicopters next week. It sure would cut down on the traffic...
James 1:4 Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.
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I go away 3 days and can't believe all that has happened. Great full moon on the beach in Cape May, NJ - Pop-pop is watching over all of us. Thankful the port surgery went ok. that will be so much help with all that's ahead.
Keeping you both - and Cindy - in my prayers. From your blogs, I know you are so aware of His everlasting arms around you. I'm thankful for that too.
Love you Gahgee
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