Yesterday was a long day, for David my donor and for Sharon and I awaiting the cells. We figured out which flight from Chicago to Seattle the cells were on. Of course the plane was a bit late in arriving.

I was admitted to the transplant floor at the U WA hospital at 8pm. We got checked in and the wait began. The cells arrived in our room just after Midnight, meaning that June 1, today, is my rebirthday. The cells came in a large volume bag.

The transfusion began at 12:30am and lasted 4-hours. After that I was watched like a hawk so not much sleep last night. I hope for better rest this evening.

The “team” saw me on rounds this morning and let me know the plan. They said I will likely have continued side effects from the pre-treatment chemo and on June 4 they will blast me again. The purpose of that became a bit clearer and this is supposed to nudge the new cells into being more comfortable within me, hoping to avoid Graft vs Host Disease. All in all, I will be here for 21 days +/-.

Jennifer looked up the signs of the Zodiac and let me know that for my re-birthday I am a Gemini, meaning I have a twin. Seems perfect now that David and I have become commingled in a good way.

More to come in the days ahead.

Sharon and I have had so very much support here. It feels just wonderful.

Larry and Sharon