The Long and Winding Road....More Detour...Chapter 2

As many of you know, on January 18, after a clear CT scan in December, I was diagnosed with a recurrence of lymphoma. The report was overwhelming and disappointing beyond words. I have been reluctant to resume the blog, until I had something positive to report. At last after a rough go of things from the time of diagnosis until last Friday, I finally have a plan in place. I am hopeful and confident that we are on the right track.

When a recurrence happens so quickly the doctors are adamant about treating things more aggressively. So despite an all clear in June. The doctors knew more of the same treatment wouldn't work again. As a result, after more chemo that took place in February and March, I will begin the amazing outpatient process of a stem cell transplant using my own cells. It's wonderful modern sci-fi stuff, that I am confident will give us the outcome we are seeking. Stay tuned for my continued adventures as I make my way to a cure.

Thank you all for your long term, ongoing support, thoughts, prayers, cards and love. I am a firm believer in collective energy and the power it carries. I am confident your good wishes will carry me to a place of health and cure in the days, weeks and months to come. Please keep sending your good "stuff" my way, whatever it may be. I am certain on some level I am soaking it up. It is keeping my spirits high and my faith strong! Many thanks to all of you