Day 16 in isolation. Still expect to be discharged as out patient on Thursday, November 8. Future treatment will be dictated by additional bone marrow biopsy to be completed on my way out of hospital.
Received platelet transfusion today which should help with nosebleeds, and waiting for white blood cells to populate.
Had a pleasant visit from Anne Marie Wallace yesterday from Prayers of the People (https://popministry.org/) who came by to visit and pray with me as part of their hospital visitation program. She left me a stuffed polar bear as a memory of her visit. She is from First Presbyterian downtown and knows Pastor Rachel at CLUPC where we attend church, and is also very familiar with theEmergency Aid Coalition that Lorraine works with to assist the homeless population in Houston. This is a great program, and I truly appreciate the support they provided me.
My sister Debra sent me a beautiful hymn to lift my spirits and remind me Who is in charge: https://youtu.be/FP003C5dP3k
My son Jarrod came to the hospital today to see me. Had a wonderful visit, mutually laughing about my”prison cell” status! Sure am proud of both my sons and their families!
Feeling blessed by my faith, family and friends and the wonderful capabilities of MDA Cancer Center!
Keep the Faith and Keep me in your Prayers,
John L.
Cancer Journey 
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