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Today Gennie and I drove to Richmond and only I drove back. She is at MCV for the next four to six weeks. This was planned once we found out the Vidaza was not working. They started her treatments today at 5:30. This treatment is only for five days. The balance of time is for recovery. Once her blood cells recover to the point they want to see she will come home for two the four weeks then off to MCV again for her transplant.
The first thing you realize when you enter a hospital is that the doctors all got younger. We met the four doctors on the floor today that will be handling her case. One I am sure had to leave by 6PM in order to get home before curfew. She was the number two in charge. Oh and she was cute too. They were all nice and took their time to answer any and all our questions. The nurses we met were great also. We all know they are the real care givers. Yes they were young also.
Many have asked how they can reach Gennie during this time. The best was is via e-mail. Her address is deadogdottie@yahoo.com . The story behind this address is that deaddog was her persona as a guide and story teller in Williamsburg and Yorktown,VA for several years. I know she is my wife but I will tell you she is a wonderful story teller. She can not only tell a good story but she has been known to make up several as well. I swear almost nothing she says about me is true.
If you want to send her a note or card other than e-mail she is in the CCH hospital room 120 second floor at MCV in Richmond. If you are reading this you can google the address. If you want to visit her that is allowed. The only thing asked is that you not be sick in ANY way. Make sure you wash your hands before entering the room. There is a disinfectant thing just ourside the door as you enter. Sorry no flowers as they are not allowed on the floor. I just tried to find the mailing address and had trouble. I will ask when I am there tomorrow and pass it on.
I am planning to commute to Richmond each day and spend several hours with Gennie. It is only about an hour and twenty minutes each way. That way I can take care of our dog and not hve to make other arrangements for her. It really is not a bad drive.
Wish us luck. Now that her treatments have begun I will try and post updates more often.
Bye for now, Bob