Today was a very difficult day. As many of you are probably already aware, the German team lost to the Spanish today in the EuroCup final. I honestly can't say I'm too terribly surprised, but still sucks non the less. The Spanish ran them all over the field and the Germans had very little in return. With all that said, I am a good loser and the Spanish deserved to win. My hat goes off to them and to all of their fans.
Other than that, the day has gone very well. Had most of the family down for the game which as we all know could have gone better, but it was still nice to have the group here. I still feel strong and really don't feel like I am on my 5th day of chemo on a 7 day treatment, but I don't have a whole lot of illusions about this either. I know the hammer will fall soon enough and I'll be feeling the pains of the chemo, but until then I'll be living it up and enjoying it.
We are still waiting for some test results to come back that will tell us what potential next steps are after my induction chemotherapy, but we did get some good news about the potential bone marrow transplant today. The board which governs the process here at the hospital has voted to put me on the transplant list which means we can start to move forward with premiliminary match testing. Things still have to be sorted out on the insurance side, but once that is done, they will check my brother Steve to see if he is a bone marrow match which holds a 25% probability. If Steve does not turn out to be a match, then they will go out to a global bone marrow donor database and see if there are any potential matches out there. This is all still a long way off, but wanted to give you some insight as to some of the conversations we are starting to have as far as next steps go. Things could change on a daily basis, and as they do we will keep you informed. Once again, thanks for taking the time to read and make comments. It is our way of staying connected to you and we appreciate your thoughts.
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Kurt- It is good to know that things are going forward. Thank you for keeping all of us posted. Keep your chin up. My thoughts are with you.
Mike Fields
Kurt
Tough luck for Germany yesterday
Glad to hear you are feeling strong after day 5 you never know the potential downside may just pass you by and hope it does
Still send the positive waves south to you
Hey saw the dog surfing from SD on the weekend, yes it does get back to Canada. Next year I see Floyd and you taking the hardware home after he hangs 10 paws
Keep the faith....
Jeff
Kurt & Evey -
Sending BIG love from San Francisco! Sounds like you're in the best of hands @ UC. I'll be thinking of you.
Miracles happen every day.
Ashley
A man goes to the doctor and says, "Doc, I would like to live very long. What should I do?"
"I think that is a wise decision," the doctor replies. "Let's see, do you smoke?"
"Oh.. Half a pack a day."
"Starting NOW, no more smoking." The man agrees.
The doctor then asks, "Do you drink?"
"Oh, well Doc, not much, just a bit of wine with my meals, and a beer or two every once in a while."
"Starting now, you drink only water. No exceptions."
The man is a bit upset, but also agrees.
The doctor asks, "How do you eat?"
"Oh, well, you know, Doc, normal stuff."
"Starting now you are going on a very strict diet. You are going to eat only raw vegetables, with no dressing, and non-fat cottage cheese."
The man is now really worried. "Doc, is all this really necessary?"
"Do you want to live long?"
"Yes."
"Well then, it's absolutely necessary. And don't even think of breaking the diet." The man is quite restless, but the doctor continues, "Do you have sex?"
"Yeah, once a week or so..., only with my wife!" he adds hurriedly.
"As soon as you get out of here you are going to buy twin beds. No more sex for you. None."
The man is appalled. "Doc... Are you sure I'm going to live longer this way?"
"I have no idea, but whatever you live, I assure you is going to seem like an eternity!"
Hey Guys,
You are one strong person, I cry when I bang my knee!:) In all seriousness glad to hear things are going well, I think Kace and I might come down this weekend or next, I will text you guys to see if it is cool first.
Be good, and stay out of trouble!:)
Mikey!
Hi guys,
Glad to hear things are going well. Keep your spirits up!! I'm fresh out of Laffy Taffy, but here's one I enjoy.
What would you call it when an Italian has one arm shorter than the other?
A speech impediment!! hahahaaha!!
You are continually in my thoughts and prayers!
Toni
Kurt and Evey,
I was out of the office for the last two weeks and just heard. Keep up all the positive energy that is here. You have great family and friends with alot of love and suppport and know that your in my thoughts and prayers.
Tony Clark
Kurt,
I too was sad to see Germany lose but they were definately out played! I wanted to let you know that you have been in my thoughts and prayers since your brother first told me. I know that you have great support from your core family and friends but I wanted to let you know that I am here if needed for anything at all (even if it's catching waves for you... That's the kind of guy I am, a giver). Keep up the fight, you can beat this!
Doug
Kurt, I just heard the news and wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. You will beat this.
Kirk
Kurt,
Keep fighting brother!
Quillin
Kurt,
My Filipno brother! Forget Germany's loss and rejoice Manny Pacquiao's spectacular win. For what it's worth, he did beat a fighter with SPANISH descent haha.
Kain buti (eat well)
Tulog aga (sleep early)
Ingat lagi (always take care)
God bless and stay strong.
Sal
Kurt-
Keep up the good fight!
Jerry
Hi Kurt and Ev, Still checking on the blog....We sure miss you guys lotz! Sad to hear Germany lost, but it sounds like you all had a blast. Hoping to stop by next weekend. I will send PD pics to Evey soon!
-Tash
Between Mike and Steve we have been told of what you are going thru. It certainly doesn't seem like 20 years since Mission Viejo, but through Steve, we have kept abreast of all his high school friends.
Kurt, stay strong, keep the attitude brave, and soak up all the love that is being sent your way. Our prayers are with you.
John and Nicki Fields
We are happy to hear that the board approved and the next steps are in motion.
And it goes with out saying, Rafer is with you as your mourn Germany's loss. :)
Keep up the great work with keeping us informed. Sending prayers your way!
XXOO,
The Kingston's
Hey my man... Great to see you on Saturday. Keep your spirits up. I heard the Sling Box was working so that's cool. Nice to Evey taking good care of you, making sure she...I mean you eat enough:). Take it easy man.. Talk to you soon.
Steve
ps: Evey you truly are doing a wonderful job.....
Steve has kept me updated but this blog is an incredible idea.
Evey, keep your tears to a minimum, (save em for the wedding) and continue to be the rock of conviction and strength that Kurt needs you to be.
Kurt, OBLITERATE this thing. You have yet to look into Evey's eyes as her husband and so much more life to live! Nothing but positivity and wishes of wellness are sent your way. You are both in our thoughts and prayers. Hold hands, kiss and laugh with each other every day.
Oh..and watch Shawshank Redemption one more time. Talk about a feel good!
-Dwana & Ian
Hi Kurtel,
Very good news about the transplant and hopefully the wheels will start turning quickly now. Steve can't wait!! Also, hopefully he'll be a match!
Love you Sweetie, and I'll see you tomorrow.
Mom xxx
If the worst part of your day was Germany losing then Praise the Lord.
They aren't really that good anyway. J/K
My thoughts and prayers are with you KNOW that everything will be okay in the end, and if it isn't okay, then it isn't the end. :0)
Miss you, Love you more!
Kimberly Le Deaux
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