August 2-10th
Ron's bone marrow biopsy was taken on August 2nd at U of M, and we had to wait on the results until our return visit August 10. The results again were leukemia-free, so he continues to be in remission! His blood counts continue to be on the low end of normal, so he continues to regain strength, and we anticipate continued progress.
What next? Ron will have monthly blood tests in Coldwater, MI, where our local medical services are, and he will return to U of M in Ann Arbor every 3rd month to see his doctor there. His follow-up tests are for 5 years.
It has been a long haul since he became ill in March, and his hospitalization started on March 31, but we have the best outcome possible after 4 rounds of chemotherapy and 5 hospitalizations. (nearly 50 days in Ann Arbor) We are deprogramming from what has been our routine for over 4 months, and we are looking forward to travel plans that we have made for the fall. In the short term we are enjoying this beautiful summer lake weather. It seems very quiet here with the kids and grandkids returning to their homes. Before heading out to their respective states, they planned a 40 year wedding anniversary party for us. We had a beautiful day for our celebration.
We have been so appreciative of the many gestures of support during Ron's treatments and recovery.
Thanks,
Ron & Jan
