Hello Everyone,
Today's the last day for chemotherapy. Steven continues to do fine. His blood sugar is now coming down steadily and everything seems to be under control. He has developed a little bit of a cough, but they are not too concerned as they feel it's yet another side effect of the strong treatment regimen. They have taken multiple swabs for culturing just to be on the safe side and to rule out anything viral.
Professor Socié, who has been Steven's doctor for two years, has just visited with the head of clinic, Dr. Peffault de Latour. They were both in great form – I guess they have to be as I think a lot of the patients on Trèfle 3 are children. Socié was more interested in Steven's guitar than in discussing his medical status!
Days here are beginning to blend into each other. It feels a bit like time stands still once you walk through all the double doors to get in here. To pass the time, Steven spends a lot of the day on his computer as he is not allowed to use his mobile phone. He also enjoys using the PS3 games console, which I haven't tried yet but certainly looks really good. Since yesterday, we also have Wimbledon on the TV, but not much else of interest I'm afraid.
The highlight for today will be Feargal's arrival this evening. He will travel up on the Thalys and should be here by about 7:30pm.
Will update again tomorrow, hopefully.
Evelyn, Matthew and Steven
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Hi Steven,
we are following your blog and hope that your last day of chemotherapy has gone well. Good to know that Feargal is arriving this evening and that you are surrounded by your family at this important time.
It must also be good to read the supportive messages from all your friends and family.
Best of luck for Thursday from all of us here in Wezembeek. John, Christine and Kyle.
Hi Evelyn, Matthew, Steven and Feargal
It is really good Evelyn to have set this up, we can keep up to date without bothering Terry every night.
Glad to hear you are able to watch Wimbleton there!!
Please let Steven know he is in our thoughts and prayers at this time and hoping all will go well for him.
Tim, Mary & Kieran
Hello, Evelyn, Matthew, Steven, Feargal,
Impressive modern technology: we have been following your progress from Brussels. We wish you all the best for tomorrow and will be thinking of you.
Cristina and Bert
Hi Steven,
Hope you are feeling well today - and not missing the chocs too much! Anyway, you have Fergal there to make up for the chocs!
Bon chance demain - we are thinking of you.
Best wishes,
Máire (and Kevin).
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