Any day without tests or more treatments is a good day to enjoy! This is probably the first day since Jonathon went into the ER last week (1/19) that he hasn't had some kind of tests. So today, we took a stroll around the unit and even got him walking on the treadmill a little. Obviously, Jonathon was ready for a little fun as he danced like an Egyptian. ;) Needless to say, he's getting a little stir crazy - especially being limited to the confines of this unit of the hospital, and even then, he must wear a mask outside of his room.
Jonathon also was happy when he got his XBox 360 working with the antiquated TV in our room. We're still working on connecting it to the hospital's wireless network. Thank goodness I have my iPhone, my laptop, my headphones, and the ability to leave the room whenever I want! ;)
Besides having a little fun today, we also got some really great news. The results from the spinal tap came back, and there were no leukemia cells in the spinal fluid. (**Katie does the Snoopy dance**) This was just fantastic news, and even better, the doctor said that depending on where his blood cell counts fall to, we may get to do the last part of this month's treatment as outpatient. He'd still be limited to staying home unless he's here for treatment, but at least he wouldn't have to be stuck in a hospital room. Tomorrow is another round of treatment, so hopefully Jonathon's body will be able to tolerate it as well as Monday and Tuesday's treatments went. After that, it'll be an every Monday schedule for the next several weeks.
We continue to be overwhelmed and thankful for all the support and care that everyone is sending through emails and calls. We are amazingly blessed to have so many special people in our lives.
Great news about the spinal fluid results. We are happy dancing with you Katie. Jonathon don't quit your day job, I'm not sure about the dancing,,,,,
ReplyDeleteWOOHOO!!!! No cancer in the spinal fluid. That's Terrific! You guys needed a good day like this! I'm glad the Xbox 360 is working...Justin is still intent on figuring out how to get Jonathon a big screen t.v. :)
ReplyDeleteLove you guys!
wow...when i read the good news this morning, i did the snoopy dance too! so thankkful you both received a little good news. miss you both. go jon on that treadmill!!!!
ReplyDeleteI always thought that Jonathon could pull off the "masked man" look! Soon you will be ready for fashion runways everywhere, bringing the hospital gown back in style ;) Thanks for the picture Katie, it is great to see the big lug!
ReplyDeleteSweet!!!
ReplyDeleteWooHOO!!! Let's all do the snoopy dance!!!
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear things are going well! Let me know if you need any extra Xbox games to pass the time. :)
ReplyDeleteGreat news!!
ReplyDeleteKatie - you will be able to add your version to Jonathon's book. I love the Snoopy dance.
Jonathon - I would like to see the picture your Dad took of you plugging in the Xbox. I think it should be posted with tomorrow's news, so we see all the different sides of you.