Draining Days

I (AJ) made it through another week of chemo, though I'm feeling it a bit more than last time due to a cold that came on mid-week and is showing no signs of abating.  The body's working overtime, that's for sure!  Meanwhile, we got news as well regarding my two brothers still in the running for the bone marrow transplant.  Although we hoped one would be the ideal candidate - a full tissue match plus a strong Rituxan match - to make our decision a easy one -  alas, we were disappointed.  So instead of a "no-brainer," we got a "brain-drainer."  

We're still gathering and processing information, as best as our non-medical minds can do it, to reach a firm decision on what next.    It's been an exhausting last few days here, all around.  For our praying friends and family, please pray for 1) rapid recovery and strength for me and 2) wisdom and clear direction for all of us as to what to do next, and specifically as to whether to continue on the path recommended by Hopkins or adjust course in some way.