Blessing Rings!

On Monday Rachel had several appointments at the bone marrow transplant clinic for labs and a physical. The doctor went over all the aspects of what to expect during and after her treatment. She also had a chest x-ray and an EKG. We had a consultation about the central line (still not exactly sure when that will go in) and a 2hr MRI. Several of the appointments ran late, which meant no lunch until very late in the day. Thank heaven for our friends who gave us snacks and a tote which I took with us that day. We have a very nice neighbor who gave us very helpful directions to and from the hospital. I am so thankful because this is a big city!

Today Rachel had a nerve conduction study. This was some what uncomfortable for her because they gave her little electric shocks to see how her muscles responded. I'm sure I would have whined and moaned but Rachel was quiet through the whole process. Then we had a break for about 3 hours. The only other appointment today was with the radiation department for a consultation and measurements. She will be receiving total body radiation.

These pictures are of us holding our Blessing Rings. These cute rings with ribbons were given to us by a friend of mine. Monday night Rachel and I sat down and put all of our cards and notes with encouragements and prayers on the rings. This such an awesome idea and we really felt the love. These pictures are from my phone so please excuse the quality. :)

Rachel's Blessing Ring:


My Blessing Ring:

You can see part of the apartment in the background. It is nice and seems to be in a decent part of town, which is definitely a blessing.

This is the view from the back patio. Aren't the trees pretty? It is about 4pm as I am writing and Rachel and I are watching a bunny hop in the back yard.