Merry Christmas!
317 days post-transplant and still in remission. Bone marrow biopsy and molecular diagnostics completed on 12/6/19 indicate complete engraftment of my donor cells and no residual cancer cells present.
I completed my ninth monthly round of maintenance chemotherapy today – 5 consecutive daily subcutaneous injections of Guadecitabine. They are slowly weaning me off of the graft-host disease drugs (Tacrolimus), and are keeping a careful watch on me via routine bloodwork.
The doctors, nurses and staff at M.D. Anderson are amazing. In addition to their technical skills in fighting cancer, they maintain a positive “can do” attitude that is pervasive everywhere you go. They truly inspire a message of trust and hope among all of their patients.
As we approach Christmas, I remain thankful for my rebirth and all of the support I have received from family and friends. As Snoopy says:
I am living every day anew and refreshed – I already know what the “end game” looks like and have no fear of death or worries about my salvation. Please take the opportunity this Christmas to do all the good you can and reach out and help someone in distress or need. The divisiveness in this country can seem overwhelming, but I truly believe people are better than what is represented by the daily bombardment of “news.”
I remain faithful and ready to serve.
Peace to all,
John L.
Cancer Journey 
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