Yesterday was day zero, the day we have waited so long for, mostly patiently, but sometimes impatiently. The day started with a huge amount of anxiety, the anticipation and trepidation was palpable...at last, it was happening!! The donor cells arrived around 1.30 pm, (see pic) by 3.00 pm they were transplanted and working their magic, I gazed outside the hospital window knowing that somewhere out there the donor was living his life unaware of the gratitude winging its way to him, or her!
The bag of magic is hanging in the top left of the picture..........
Following on from the incessant IV treatment, it hasn't stopped since we arrived in Calgary on the 16th of April, I finally left for the night around 9.00 pm, happy that Elizabeth was sleeping, and happy that I would soon be in the same state of relaxation!
Day 1, I arrived to find Elizabeth in a great deal of discomfort, Her throat is now sore, making it hard to take on medication in pill form. The best she can manage is to sip water, the P.C.A, Veronica made a delicious strawberry milk shake, creamy and delicious and thoroughly enjoyed by Elizabeth!!
As you would expect after the transplant, today is quite intensive....vitals checked regularly, fluids in a similar amount to the Niagra Falls making their way blissfully into Elizabeth.
I am hopeful that you will continue to share this journey with myself and Elizabeth, and I hope you find it informative and helpful!
I will sign off by sending hugs to everyone from Elizabeth, and a hearty handshake from myself!! LOL
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