We learned yesterday that Ginny’s lymphoma has not spread to her bone marrow. Whew. She needs another scan (there’s always another scan), but then she’ll be able to start her chemo trial program. It’s a 48-week program, but the side effects usually aren’t too bad. If the trial program isn’t effective–there will, of course, be more scans during the 48 weeks–she’ll switch to more conventional treatment. We’re very optimistic about all of that.
I worry much more about her than I do about me. She’s much healthier than I am, but it still feels funny that she waits on me. I can’t believe I’m the cancer patient giving the other cancer patient orders. She pushes herself too hard.
Which reminds me. My cousins are sending me word that I don’t mention my heroic sister Patti enough in these blogs. Patti’s been cooking, doing the laundry, cleaning up. We have no idea what we’d do without her.
It’s another reminder of how lucky we are.
Great news for Ginny. Keeping you both in my thoughts.
Good news! Ginny didn’t say anything to Craig when he talked to her, so we weren’t sure where things were. We’ll be in touch!
Love you guys.
Heather
Thanking God for answered prayer.
Mike, you and Ginny are in my thoughts. My name is Dave Holloway. I spent two weeks at The Martin Agency Student Workshop in the summer of 1992. It was you and the entire Martin Agency – classy, creative and incredibly generous – that made me want to go into advertising right then and there. Thank you for all the happiness ever since.
Hi Mike!
The entire Hughes clan is amazing! knowing Patti since Marymount days, I can tell you she absolutely adores you and your family! I have many fond memories of good times on Forest Hill Ave. Your blog is inspiring and uplifting!
Mary Jane
Wonderful news about Ginny. I haven’t seen her in years, but remember her so fondly. I do hope things continue to go well. Bless your terrific sister too. Dale
Mike i have known you all my life but i got to know ginny on our trip to the moutains of north carolina. The trip was fun but more importantly i spent time with a special lady. Here are some things i learnt about ginny; she is a great listener but willing to share her wisdom, she can multi task with the best of them, she gets things done and the two of you make a good team. I am glad you have her and i am glad she has you. Please give her my love and let her know my thoughts are with her.