Wanted to say hello to everyone and to pass on some wonderful news J - below is what our daughter Kristi posted on face book – for those that don’t have it – come on, get with it hahaha!!!
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· "An early Christmas present for the entire Hood family and supporters :) As of today, Dad has 0% (ZERO) plasma cells (Myeloma) in his bone marrow. When he was diagnosed he was at 60-80%!! There are still tiny traces of the cancer in the blood BUT Dr. B said they can still come down with his ongoing vaccine. So for... now, we celebrate the great news and enjoy the holidays with our loved ones! ♥♥♥"
We had an early appointment today – Don had blood work – then our visit with Dr. Borrello – he said all of Don’s blood work #’s looked great and gave us the wonderful news. Needless to say we couldn’t be happier JJ. Dr. B signed Don’s paper to go back to work – he asked Don with or without restrictions. Don hesitated and said as much as he would love putting down “with restrictions” – meaning maybe going back on a limited schedule he told Dr. B no – no restrictions. He will do his best and see what happens – that’s all he can do is try. He is looking forward to going back in that it’s one step closer to his “normal” routine. A few months back we had doubts when he would resume anything normal. But as the weeks have gone by he is slowly but surely getting back to his “normals”.
After discussions with Dr. B he had to meet with Anna to give him his vaccine – this is the vaccine that is part of the trial he is participating in with Dr. B. It’s too early to know how the vaccines will help – only time will tell that. He has another series of shots in April.
Okay everyone – wanted to share our good news. We are so blessed with so many friends and family who have supported Don during this process. We asked for your continued support and prayers – it’s not over yet but the prognosis is great!!
Until next time......
Keep the prayers coming – we need and appreciate them all!
Love you all!
Don & Muffin
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