Friday I was admitted to the hospital to begin my next round of chemo. They decided to admit me since there was no room in the day hospital which is where I usually go on an outpatient basis to get treatment. It wasn't bad though, because I had my testicular biopsy on Friday morning, so it was good to lay and rest. After my second dose on Saturday I was allowed to come home. Friday was kinda confusing because we were mot sure if I was going to get chemo or not. Since the preliminary results of my bone marrow, spinal flood, and brain MRI all came back negative for leukemia ( and my testicular biopsy and skin biopsy are currently inconclusive) the doctors felt like I might not have active leukemia. We opted to start the chemo anyway to make sure I can go into my transplant as healthy as I can. On Saturday, we had a really nice visit from Julie Summers. While she was there we all joined in prayer asking that God use the chemo to heal my body. It was very inspirational.
My doctor at Hershey said it looks like in about 5 weeks I could be going to NYC for the transplant. My coordinator at NYC is still searching for a perfect match, but if one isn't found, we will proceed with the 9 out of 10.
Since the chemo has started I have been feeling pretty good, except for some severe headaches and eye pain I have been having which my doctor tells me is probably a spinal headache from the spinal tap they did this past week. There is a small procedure that I will most likely have done next week to correct this.
Today Mindy, my mom, and I went to our church here in Ephrata. It was so good to see people who I haven't seen in awhile and share in fellowship.
In the past few days I have received great response from people saying they would be attending the ISAAC'S nights, so if you plan on going during the peak hours expect delays, but hopefully I will be there to talk with everyone and catch up with you all while you wait.
We can rejoice even in our worst adversities, since we know God's purpose is not to destroy us but to lovingly develop us. 1 Peter 1:3,6
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I was sooooo glad to hear that you were coming home today! I was also releived to hear the results from the MRI and spinal were negative. You have been very inspirational in the last few weeks. Your strength and attitude continue to amaze everyone and I want to thank you. Please know that we are always here as this rollercoaster continues....ANYTHING you, Mindy, your mom and dad or Marcy need dad and I will be on it in a heart beat! Keep up the fight
Ranae
It was so good to see you all in church. We are constantly praying for you and now pray for your strength to increase in the next several weeks leading up to your transplant. And everything dealing with that will go smoothly and according to God's will. We are looking forward to Isaac's this week. Amanda took a bunch of forms to school. You are such an inspiration and witness to so many people.
"But the people who trust the Lord will become strong again. They will rise up as an eagle in the sky; they will run and not need rest; they will walk and not become tired." Isaiah 40:31.
God bless you and keep you-the Burridge's
Derrick,
I want you to know that you're an inspiration to everyone. The positive attitude that you've been able to maintain is unbelievable. I want you to know your in my thoughts and prayers along with your family.
Keep Fighting!
We are looking forward to seeing all of you tomorrow night at Isaac's! You continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
Pete & Shirley
Hello, I don't know you but I found your site through Abigail Jacoby's blog. I wanted to let you know that ten years ago my mom was diagnosed with AML and four months later received a bone marrow transplant. She was in Hershey for all of this and still today is in remission. I'm telling you this because I want you to know that there is always hope. I was also happy to see that your post last Wednesday was titled "relentless". I don't know if you know, but that is what the Leukemia/Lymphoma red rubber bracelet says. Very fitting.
Also, I would highly suggest the leukemia/lymphoma support group at Hershey. They meet the first Thursday of every month. You may find comfort knowing people who have fought/are fighting the same thing you are.
-Amy in Lancaster
It was so nice to see you at Issac's last night Dully, and to meet Mindy as well! You look amazing, and I would have never guessed you just got done with a round of chemo! Keep that smile on Derrick :) And Mindy, you are a beautiful person inside and out, and I'm glad you guys found each other. Good luck living in the city!
<3 Pam
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