Platelet update

Not much time for an image or a thoughtful title to this post.

Since my last post, Rocco did in fact need platelets twice. We learned today that the bump from a transfusion only lasts a day or two. After Friday's infusion, they dropped again and by half over the weekend. Because his count was at 6 yesterday (we are shooting for 100)  He needed them again today. It took about 4 hours. Still too low to get chemo.

It didn’t keep us from going to CCM last night to see Hamlet, because time doing what you love is also a kind of medicine right?  He was reluctant to go near his office and see it. That was hard. Really, really hard. He is struggling with this and so am I. 

Radiation is taking a toll on him and still, Rocco remains cheerful, and reassuring and just plain adorable to be around.

He was and is so proud of the cast of Hamlet at CCM. What a big show it is. Beautifully directed by Susan Felder and Rupert, well… RUPERT!! Damn!!! The entire cast, sets, crew, costumes, fight choreography, and wigs –ALL on point.

Winston got is first "electric trim" today at home. Hopefully those responsible...ahem, can improve on this fascinating buzz technique. It certainly is reassuring to know that all of the fluff will grow back in an even way in no time at all.

Thank you to Marjorie and Annie for covering our workshops all week and thank you for the drop-ins, cards and lovely phone calls.

Please consider donating platelets. I know Rocco would really appreciate knowing that yours will go back into the pool of donations we are currently drawing from. We can never thank those fine people enough for what they are doing. I am planning on donating too. Hoxworth Blood Bank is the best place to go.

So, here’s to platelet power and hoping that his final days of radiation ahead will continue to shrink this tumor down to nothing! 

Prayers, light, focus. 

Love,

Denise