Hello dear friends and family!
Chris and I met with my doctor yesterday, and we were thrilled to hear more good news. The doctor explained that they divide cases of AML (acute myeloid leukemia) into low risk, medium risk, and high risk of recurrence. It was like we were on a game show - Chris and I sat on the edge of our seats while the doctor explained high risk, paused and finally said that I am NOT high risk. Phew. Then he continued by explaining medium risk, paused and then finally said that I am NOT medium risk. Jackpot! So I am in the LOW risk category - yeah! Basically, that means I'm more likely to have complete remission (CR) after my next round of chemo. This also means that it is very unlikely they would need to do a bone marrow transplant. (We then veered off on a tangent discussing last week's episode of Grey's Anatomy where Izzy donated her bone marrow... and overacted. My doctor agreed that the whole situation was totally unrealistic.)
Speaking of... I had my follow up bone marrow biopsy this morning. Chris held my hand and we chatted about puppies and shopping, which made it much less unpleasant. We'll get the results back on Monday, and they expect me to be in remission - meaning no "blasts" of leukemia cells. Then we may even start the next round of chemo on Monday. Until then, I'm doing my best to fatten up, which is really a lot of fun.
Thank you all for your funny and thoughtful posts, emails and mail! I hope you know how much it all means to me. OK gotta go... it's snack time!
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Hillary and Milks,
Three cheers for low risk! Always thinking good thoughts about you guys! We'll talk to you soon!!
Bill and Michelle
Hillary and Chris,
That's such great news! I can't imagine how you must have felt waiting for the doctor to get to the low risk part! Yay :) We think of you guys every day and are so happy that things are progressing the way they are. Enjoy those snacks.
Becky & Steve
Fantastic news!!! I can't believe how well you guys are doing. Puppies and shopping huh? You both are the best! Can't wait to hear that the tests/blasts/and other unpleasantness is totally behind you & that you are ready to eat chocolate with me everyday. Seriously, I have a stash Nathan & the kids don't know about. I eat lots of it everyday. Come on over, I will fatten you up.
Michelle Etter
Hillary and Chris,
LOW risk - how exciting!! This is such wonderful news and I am so happy for you both :) This is an answer to a lot of prayers!
I think about you guys all the time and can't wait to come visit soon. Thanks for keeping us all updated- this news really put a big smile on my face this morning. Keep enjoying those banana milkshakes - yum!
Love,
LaRue
What incredible news!!! We miss you so much and you know you miss web-push and MCRs! :)
(BTW - I still giggle about the story when you cut some lady off in the parking lot and she made some remark about your BMW and you said "It's a Corolla!" I miss those hilarious Hillary stories!)
Big hugs to you and Chris!
Angie
hooooooRAY! the best news so far--tell that doc to keep it coming. :) have fun snacking this weekend. Isn't chocolate loaded with antioxidants?
Hil and Chris,
What great news! The entire city of Indianapolis (I am not exaggerating) has been praying and thinking happy thoughts for you. I will pass on the great news!
Eat up, my friend! Now there is nothing stopping you from going back for more ice cream :).
Hugs,
Leigh, Tony, Emily and the city of Indianapolis
Sooo glad to hear about your positive prognosis. That is fantastic news! Of course none of us would have expected anything less. ;-)
~Deirdre
phew! thanks for sharing the good news - so great to hear you're on the road to recovery! as for puppies, i'll drop mine off with you anytime - he is a handful!
Leigh is not kidding. Indy is praying for you! :) You even inspired me to make banana bread today! Thanks! Keep up the good work!
Love, Jenn and Drew Price :)
Great news, Hillary! We're so happy for you . .. and totally thought the same thing about Grey's Anatomy after our lessons on bone marrow transplants from Stevie. :) Keep the good news coming!
Katie and Tony
Praise God for that FABULOUS news!!! I'm very excited for you Hillary!
Emily Anderson
This is SUCH good news, Hill!! :) -- I swear, only you are awesome enough to make a game show out of cancer risk. lol. I love it and I love you for your positive spirit and neverending strength. I admire you. and am SO happy for the news. Love, Jess
Hip Hip Hooray!
Great news Hillary! Keep us posted.
xoxo
Kim
Yippeeee!! So excited to hear the wonderful news-- you just keep it up sweetie! We love and miss you lots!! Think of you all the time!
Love,
Alicia, Ted &Dylan
Hillary & Chris-
We are happy to hear the news. Yeah! Thinking of you both! Enjoy the eating!
Lots of love,
Gary & Catherine
Hey Hills. GREAT NEWS my friend. Your word over the computer wires is a breath of fresh air. You are a strong puppy (you know i have a golden retreiver now so i love doggies too...and shopping! I digress. Continue to hang in there and fatten up and take it day by day slow by slow. you are a great gal. love you. xx donnelly.
Hillary & Chris - so glad to hear about the low risk potential - good news indeed!
Clifford and Elle
Yay Hillary! You go you AML butt kicker!!
You cracked me up with your game show comparison - too funny.
And I agree - Izzie completely overacted - so annoying...
Enjoy the over-eating. Take care!
- Julie, Brian, Jack & Riley (since you mentioned puppies, Riley wanted to give you a shout out? or perhaps it's a woof out!??!)
Hillary and Chris,
I am so happy to hear the great news! We think about you all of the time. Your positive attitude is truly inspirational.
Hillary and Chris,
I am so happy to hear the great news! We think about you all of the time. Your positive attitude is truly inspirational.
Oh what great news! Shannon has been keeping me updated and I've enjoyed reading Chris' updates on the blog as well. Not a day goes by that don't think of you and send so many positive vibes your way from Chicago!
Keep smiling, stay positive, enjoy being at home and especially those banana milkshakes!
Love, Heather Shaffer
yeah! i'm so so so happy to hear the good news :)
xo~
coll
great news! this is way better than deal or no deal. :-) we are so excited for you!! (so is the queen-btw- she said hello to you from kentucky!)
love,
stephanie and ori
Hi Darling !
Yeah !! great news ...you are come over !!! you are a brave girl !!
an example of life .
kisses,
Mirian ( Brazil)
Hi Hillary,
It's so great to hear that you are doing well. Miss you here at the office, you're the fun factor!
Larry(Premiere Pro)
Hillary and Chris,
What great news!!! We keep thinking of you guys. Keep eating! :)
Love,
Emily, Aaron, Ben and Maggie Diefenthaler
What wonderful news Hillary! We're all thrilled to hear it.
Carolyn & Ben
What great news...low risk!
I am so happy to hear that. It should be fun trying to fatten up! We are all thinking of you!
Erin
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I am so happy to hear the good news! What fun to have to fatten up! We are thinking of you lots!
Erin
Congrats Hillary and Chris! We are so happy that it looks like everything is going in the right direction and I think a puppy for a birthday present would be perfect!
Hillary,
I know it has been a looooong time. Colleen forwarded me your site, and I am so happy to hear that you are low risk. I am thinking about you here in New York, and sending all the positive energy I can from us all...
Oren, Asta, Bailey and Helen
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