St. Ambrose University

Last spring Claire, Caroline, and I made a college visit to St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa.  We really liked what we saw.  Today we made another visit, only this time we took Melissa to help us see things through an experienced set of eyes.  SAU is still looking like a good fit for Claire.  She has already been accepted, but wants to do an over-night visit at SAU and also make a visit to Illinois State University before deciding.

And now for the rest of the news...

Since I took my last treatment on Tuesday and there shouldn't be any medical news, I figured I'd take the time to share other news.  For example:

Claire's volleyball team won the regional championship in Farmington. Congratulations to the coaching staff and all of the girls.

Tuesday night Sectionals at Knoxville.

6th out of 6

Amtrak let me down for this treatment. There were no trains between Bloomington and Chicago for two weeks because of high speed rail enhancements. I find this amusing that they want to get the train up to 110 mph just so they can stop at all of the prison towns: Pontiac, Dwight, Joliet....

I have 30 minutes left of this final treatment, then the truck ride home.

Weight: 209 lbs

This morning's blood work came back looking good.

Exit plan:

• Blood work in Eureka for the next 3 weeks.
• PET scan the 2nd week of December.  No bone marrow biopsy needed!
• Receive results  a couple of days later.
• Start immuno-therapy after New Years.  Once every two months for two years.  Amtrak, don't let me down!

Bratfest 2015

A few of the attendees of Bratfest 2015

Senior Night

It was Claire's last home volleyball game at Eureka High School.  It was a special night and probably the best game she's played.

EIU Family Weekend

Saturday, we drove to Charleston for Eastern Illinois University's Family Weekend.  Claire had to be home for a dance, so it was a quick trip.  It was great seeing Melissa and her new apartment.  Joining us was Dan & Gail, Pat & Maria, Deane & Nita, and Jamie.  I don't think anyone went home hungry.

Honored to be Honored

Over the weekend I was chosen to be the Honorary Captain at the EHS football game.  I had the privilege to speak to the team Thursday night prior to their "Real Champions" meal.  Friday night I handled the coin toss prior to the game.  We lost the toss and I therefore take the blame for losing the game.

#5

Thanks to Mike Z. for not only getting me to the train station this morning, but also picking me up from the station tonight. Treatment got a late start, so I'm going to be sprinting to catch my train.
I saw both Andrea and Dr.  Ma today. Both are very pleased with progress. Labs look good. Lungs sound good. Started talking  "exit" strategy. We'll finalize on my next treatment. My last treatment!