More Chemo

Alex was feeling a lot better today. He went to school, and had a good time. We had some "Mommy time" before the doctors appointment today, but overall, he was real chipper.

So, of course that means that he was due for more Chemo. We had a 2:30 appointment up on the hill. We took the tram up, and made our way to the clinic. 

Accessing his PORT was a breeze, and his counts were awesome - his ANC was 8,100! We think he is fighting off this snotty nose that Tessa-Lynn has. The steroids can also contribute to really high numbers at first too.

When it came time to do the PEG shots in his thighs, for the first time he resisted a bit - not a lot, but a little bit. He was so brave, and didn't even whimper when the two 1.5 inch needles were plunged into his legs. Since we weren't sure if he had a reaction last time to the PEG, they decided to keep us for 2 hours to watch for a reaction. Thankfully, there was no discernible rash, and no breathing problems. While we waited for the two hours to pass, Alex received his Vincristine and Doxorubicine through the PORT. We were finally home by a few minutes after 7pm. 

As I was rocking with him at bedtime, the odor of the chemo was dancing in the air by my nose. We are imagining what these Chemo Cocktails are doing to the cancer, and watching the real effects that this Chemo has on his body.

He is my brave boy, and my inspiration! We love you Alex - we'll beat this thing yet!