Sunday Update

Whew, today has been a tough one.

Cheryl has developed severe pain deeper in her throat since early morning. Her cheeks and jaws have also caused her much pain today. She is very tired and while I know she will keep fighting, I can see that twinkle dimming just a little bit. She has relied on the morphine double today over any other day in her hospital stays this year.

Her mom is coming in tomorrow as is my brother. Her step-mom will be arriving in a day or two.

Kimberly and B visited this morning and Cheryl was able to tell Kimberly she wants her Ma here. Kimberly, B: I cannot thank you guys enough for being able to be here and have her tell you. It has been getting harder every day to find something to comfort her and being able to tell her Nancy is coming was a blessing.

Cheryl has another ten days or so for the ravages of the "suspect" DPD Deficiency / chemo drug 5-fu run their course. After that, she has the additional burden of any long term damage to her body and any infections that may create new problems.

Tomorrow will bring what it brings and we will pray for her strength to carry through.