Well, another week down; however, things are not going so well. I have lost another 5 pounds and my counts have dropped even lower. I have to go in tomorrow to have a shot that will raise (we hope) my white cell count. Right now, I am dangerously low and if it gets much lower I could be hospitalized. Anyway, this shot should help; however, it can be very painful for my joints and skull. They say the pain can last about 3-4 days. Because I have to have this shot, I am unable to do chemo next week. I will keep going in for my radiation, but they will skip my chemo next Wednesday and I will have another treatment on the following Wednesday. If they can't bring my counts up, then they will stop chemo completely. I have been advised not to go out other than to treatment for fear I can get sick very easy. I am unable to have visitors that are sick or have been sick within the last 2-weeks because my immune system is so low, any sickness can become life-threatning. The docs and nurses have advised me to TRY and eat the best I can. I need to force myself because they cannot have me losing weight like I have been lately. I am extremely fatigued and really don't have much energy for anything. Every day activities are becoming quite a chore. I am trying to stay as positive as I can...I honestly can see the light at the end of the tunnel; however, I am truly ready to put this behind me and I am so anxious to get back to work. I miss teaching and my wonderful co-workers. I hope I can get back on my feet soon and get back to what I love to do. I want to, AGAIN, thank everyone for their cards, heart-felt wishes and prayers and for all the wonderful goodies and meals that people have made for us. I will never be able to tell you all how much everything has meant to me. I cannot express the love I feel for each and every one of you. You ALL have a special place in my heart. Loving Family and True friends are very hard to come by; however, I have been blessed with so many. I want to send big hugs and kisses to you all. Miss you all.