I have pneumonia. Nope...wait. No, I don't have pneumonia. Uh-huh, wait for it...yes you do! Holy crap, would someone please make a decision for frak's sakes? For those that don't know, I did have pneumonia 2 weeks ago. However, before being released from South Bend, they told me it was gone. Now that I've arrived here in Chicago and have been given a chest x-ray, there's one doctor convinced I still have it, while the others don't agree. So, the jury is still out on that one, but suffice to say, at least they all agree I have Leukemia! Whew. I guess here in Chicago they attack backwards, you know? They agree on the BIG stuff up front, and squabble over the little stuff afterwards.
Doctor #1: 'He's got a broken neck!'
Doctor #2: 'By golly, you're right!'
Doctor #1: 'And he's got pink eye too.'
Doctor #2: 'No, silly rabbit, he just poked himself there.'
Doctor #1: 'No, I'm sure. It's pink eye!'
*blows head off*
So, like I said, the jury is still out on that one.
Moving on.
It's looking like to tomorrow is the big day when the ball actually starts rolling. I've been told they're going to give me my Borg-implant in my chest, which is the port where the chemotherapy will be given, among other things. I will be getting another bone marrow biopsy done as well. Yay. Love those things. Nothing beats having a sore booty for 3 days.
Jenna, Justin and Amber came up to visit me today. It was nice to see them. My sister will be tissue tested for a bone marrow match probably sometime in the next week or two. I've been told that parents can have a 1% chance of matching, while siblings have a 25% chance of a match. And the rest of the world is just kind of...well, sometimes you get lucky, sometimes you don't.
Thank you Kiely for the wonderful care package! She sent me various photographs of us, a Nerf basketball hoop with ball of course, a fleece blanket, a deck of cards, and Sudoku books for my wife. (Kiely is my sister's roommate.) Thank you Kiely!
Having mentioned gifts, for anyone wanting to send a card or maybe a few hundred million dollars, my address here at the hospital is:
Jonathon Rose
Room# TN674
University of Chicago Hospitals
5841 S. Maryland Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637-1470
Please do not send fresh fruit or flowers as they are not allowed in my hospital room for fear of infection. (But money will still be gladly accepted.)
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Sunday, January 25, 2009
Day 3: Doctors Can't Agree; Tidings Arrive
I have pneumonia. Nope...wait. No, I don't have pneumonia. Uh-huh, wait for it...yes you do! Holy crap, would someone please make a decision for frak's sakes? For those that don't know, I did have pneumonia 2 weeks ago. However, before being released from South Bend, they told me it was gone. Now that I've arrived here in Chicago and have been given a chest x-ray, there's one doctor convinced I still have it, while the others don't agree. So, the jury is still out on that one, but suffice to say, at least they all agree I have Leukemia! Whew. I guess here in Chicago they attack backwards, you know? They agree on the BIG stuff up front, and squabble over the little stuff afterwards.
Doctor #1: 'He's got a broken neck!'
Doctor #2: 'By golly, you're right!'
Doctor #1: 'And he's got pink eye too.'
Doctor #2: 'No, silly rabbit, he just poked himself there.'
Doctor #1: 'No, I'm sure. It's pink eye!'
*blows head off*
So, like I said, the jury is still out on that one.
Moving on.
It's looking like to tomorrow is the big day when the ball actually starts rolling. I've been told they're going to give me my Borg-implant in my chest, which is the port where the chemotherapy will be given, among other things. I will be getting another bone marrow biopsy done as well. Yay. Love those things. Nothing beats having a sore booty for 3 days.
Jenna, Justin and Amber came up to visit me today. It was nice to see them. My sister will be tissue tested for a bone marrow match probably sometime in the next week or two. I've been told that parents can have a 1% chance of matching, while siblings have a 25% chance of a match. And the rest of the world is just kind of...well, sometimes you get lucky, sometimes you don't.
Thank you Kiely for the wonderful care package! She sent me various photographs of us, a Nerf basketball hoop with ball of course, a fleece blanket, a deck of cards, and Sudoku books for my wife. (Kiely is my sister's roommate.) Thank you Kiely!
Having mentioned gifts, for anyone wanting to send a card or maybe a few hundred million dollars, my address here at the hospital is:
Jonathon Rose
Room# TN674
University of Chicago Hospitals
5841 S. Maryland Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637-1470
Please do not send fresh fruit or flowers as they are not allowed in my hospital room for fear of infection. (But money will still be gladly accepted.)
Doctor #1: 'He's got a broken neck!'
Doctor #2: 'By golly, you're right!'
Doctor #1: 'And he's got pink eye too.'
Doctor #2: 'No, silly rabbit, he just poked himself there.'
Doctor #1: 'No, I'm sure. It's pink eye!'
*blows head off*
So, like I said, the jury is still out on that one.
Moving on.
It's looking like to tomorrow is the big day when the ball actually starts rolling. I've been told they're going to give me my Borg-implant in my chest, which is the port where the chemotherapy will be given, among other things. I will be getting another bone marrow biopsy done as well. Yay. Love those things. Nothing beats having a sore booty for 3 days.
Jenna, Justin and Amber came up to visit me today. It was nice to see them. My sister will be tissue tested for a bone marrow match probably sometime in the next week or two. I've been told that parents can have a 1% chance of matching, while siblings have a 25% chance of a match. And the rest of the world is just kind of...well, sometimes you get lucky, sometimes you don't.
Thank you Kiely for the wonderful care package! She sent me various photographs of us, a Nerf basketball hoop with ball of course, a fleece blanket, a deck of cards, and Sudoku books for my wife. (Kiely is my sister's roommate.) Thank you Kiely!
Having mentioned gifts, for anyone wanting to send a card or maybe a few hundred million dollars, my address here at the hospital is:
Jonathon Rose
Room# TN674
University of Chicago Hospitals
5841 S. Maryland Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637-1470
Please do not send fresh fruit or flowers as they are not allowed in my hospital room for fear of infection. (But money will still be gladly accepted.)
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AnonymousJanuary 25, 2009 at 9:39 PMKeep up that sense of humor Jon -- it will come in handy. And you might want to create a Paypal account to facilitate that first million. It did wonders for Obama.
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Be strong Katie! Be stronger Jon! You guys will make it through the first *big* day just fine.
-d
Why don't I just give you my Visa number? It is:
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Hey, there must be some sort of clitch in my computer, I put the number in and it doesn't show up! I am going to have to check into that! While they are at it, ask for some "port" a-pit Chicken!. I will be holding your and Katie's hand today.Remember your attitude is half the battle and the doctors will take care of the other half. You have great Polish genes in you, so YOU ARE A WINNER! Just ask you Mother.
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When you are ready, I will bake you a cake that you said you liked when you were a little boy. This time you can eat the whole cake by yourself.
We are praying for you.
Love always
Darlene and SteveJonathon and Katie,
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You are both very much loved! You're in our prayers! Keep up the great sense of humor, that's the whole battle. If you need anything at all, don't hesitate to ask.. we're here for you.
Love,
Pam Miller
Thanks for sending me the link Katie!
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Jon- You have all of my prayers and well wishes along your journey, the road to wellness will not be long with all the support from your family and friends.
No fresh fruit huh????
well there goes my idea..I guess it's the millions then.
It is so great to have this and check in on you guys! You both know PULLING info out of Mike isn't always the easiest, he is such a talker that Mike! HA! You are both constantly in my thoughts and prayers!
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Kelly McKinneyI wondered why I haven't seen you in the morning getting coffee. This is NOT fair! I wish I had the money to donate but I can/will offer you my bone marrow if you need it. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help. You, Katie and your family are the NICEST people I have ever met ... it is NOT fair! My thoughts and prayers are with ALL of you.
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Keep up that sense of humor Jon -- it will come in handy. And you might want to create a Paypal account to facilitate that first million. It did wonders for Obama.
ReplyDeleteBe strong Katie! Be stronger Jon! You guys will make it through the first *big* day just fine.
-d
Why don't I just give you my Visa number? It is:
ReplyDelete*************
Hey, there must be some sort of clitch in my computer, I put the number in and it doesn't show up! I am going to have to check into that! While they are at it, ask for some "port" a-pit Chicken!. I will be holding your and Katie's hand today.
Remember your attitude is half the battle and the doctors will take care of the other half. You have great Polish genes in you, so YOU ARE A WINNER! Just ask you Mother.
ReplyDeleteWhen you are ready, I will bake you a cake that you said you liked when you were a little boy. This time you can eat the whole cake by yourself.
We are praying for you.
Love always
Darlene and Steve
Jonathon and Katie,
ReplyDeleteYou are both very much loved! You're in our prayers! Keep up the great sense of humor, that's the whole battle. If you need anything at all, don't hesitate to ask.. we're here for you.
Love,
Pam Miller
Thanks for sending me the link Katie!
ReplyDeleteJon- You have all of my prayers and well wishes along your journey, the road to wellness will not be long with all the support from your family and friends.
No fresh fruit huh????
well there goes my idea..I guess it's the millions then.
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ReplyDeleteIt is so great to have this and check in on you guys! You both know PULLING info out of Mike isn't always the easiest, he is such a talker that Mike! HA! You are both constantly in my thoughts and prayers!
ReplyDeleteKelly McKinney
I wondered why I haven't seen you in the morning getting coffee. This is NOT fair! I wish I had the money to donate but I can/will offer you my bone marrow if you need it. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help. You, Katie and your family are the NICEST people I have ever met ... it is NOT fair! My thoughts and prayers are with ALL of you.
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