Monday, January 25, 2010 8:20 AM, CST

Greetings from Little Rock.

Looks like another beautiful day is unfolding. I know there have been many storms in the southeast these last few days but it is so wonderful when they are gone. Just like the storms in our lives.

Mark is feeling really well and we are back to 7C for labs everyday. His white count is plummeting and he should bottom out tomorrow. The growth factor shots have begun so his new baby stem cells will find a wonderful new home to grow in.

The stay in the hospital really made us appreciate this little apartment and the way his treatment is administered. Previously patients had to stay in the hospital to receive this treatment and now it is out patient!

Mark was most excited yesterday as he had lost 18 pounds. We are hoping for more today. We never thought we would be happy to see wrinkles in his skin. No more balloon boy!

His nurses were very glad to see him and had 3 days of aggravations saved up for him. They make this tolerable. I don’t know if it is because it is winter or what, but this time it seems harder and is taking its toll on many of the patients. Hopefully with the advent of some pretty weather everyone will begin to feel better.

Mark’s cousin Larry who is a patient at MD Anderson got a very good report this week - still cancer free. Thank the Good Lord!

Our dear friend, Sue is really suffering and having many problems from an auto accident . Our prayers are with her and her family.

I know we thank all of you when we post this, but you could never really know how much your love and support sustains us. You lift us up and keep us going!

May God bless.

We love you,