Can't believe this is my first update in 2011! Not a lot has changed since my last update. Tim is still going great. He has an appointment with Dr. Turner next week, so we will find out more news then, but we expect the good news to continue.
Tim has returned to work in a part time capacity this year which has been fantastic. He has gained back his strength and energy and is able to fulfill 3 days per week. He is pretty knackered by the Friday and certainly can't manage more than that at present, but he has come such a long way and it has given him a real boost. Considering he is still having chemotherapy daily, I think he is truly amazing. Actually, I don't know how he does it or how he managed to get through all the treatment he has endured. Some days I look at Tim being so active with the boys and think, 'My Goodness, he took methotrexate and mercaptopurine today, how can he even stand up?.' I often have to remind myself that he is still undergoing treatment. It can take me by surprise when he has a down day. He still does suffer from nausea, headaches and neuropathy and sometimes he just can't ignore the symptoms and must rest...which shocks me back to reality of a treatment protocol for acute leukemia. By the way, have I mentioned the completion date for treatment???? March 18, 2012!!!! Just under 10 months to go... Hooray!
The boys are great. Josh is still loving his basketball and this year has taken up guitar at school and started tackers for Eltham. Ben began 3 year old kinder and has taken up tennis.
I am back teaching two days a week and am completing my post-grad study this year, so life is busy, busy busy.
Will let you all know the outcome of Tim's visit with Turner next week.
The photo was taken at Joshua's 7th Birthday!
Hope everyone is happy and thanks for reading.
Love Andi
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