December was great for Jill. The first day of chemo was rough, just like November, but the rest of "chemo week" went really well. The remainder of the month she felt great and full of energy. We had a quiet Christmas at home, enjoying the snow and each other. New Year's saw us traveling to San Diego to celebrate my Great Aunt Lorraine's 90 birthday. Aunt Lorraine is the most incredible person in the world. I know that you're all saying "no, you haven't met so-and-so" Sorry, you're wrong; Aunt Lorraine is the most incredible. We spent a few hours with her over the weekend looking at photo albums and listening to some of her many great adventures. The food, wine, champagne, and my Dad's margaritas were incredible. On any other weekend, I'd say that we drank way too much wine and ate way too much food, but given how incredibly good it was, I think we're ok with that. It was really good to see the family and to watch Aunt Lorraine enjoy her birthday party (did I mention all the great food and drinks?)
Today was the next MRI, and everything looked really good. Dr. Porter was really happy with how things are progressing. We had a blood test two weeks ago which showed a white blood cell count too low to start the January round of chemo. She took another blood test today which was also not high enough. Probably due to the travel and the fact that it is cold season. I've even been struggling with a cough the last few days. We're going to get another blood test done in a few weeks and see if we can get those white blood cells up. Dr. Porter doesn't think this is going to mess up her treatment at all.
Next week is Jill's birthday and on Saturday January 16 we're going to have a big party. Lots of wine and chocolate cake (but of course!). Anyone and everyone is invited. A celebration of life. We have lots to celebrate and a two week rest from chemo.
Pictures to be posted at a later date. Time for bed.
