Hanging in there

Everyone has been so thoughtful and caring. Thank-you. Kenny is hanging in there- its the third week since chemo and over all he's feeling okay. He has some joint issues happening and we're not sure if they're chemo related or not but his spirits are good and he does what he can. Next Dr's appt and chemo is this coming Tuesday so we should find out more then. 
Wishing you all a wonderful, healthy week :)

Great Game and comments enabled

Great game on Wednesday and a good time was had by all. Kenny is extremely wiped out but it was definately worth the trip! 
On an additional note, we have adjusted the capabilities of the blog after hearing that people were unable to leave comments. You should now be able to comment without any strings attached :) Hope you have a wonderful week .

Go Boston!

Tomorrow Kenny is heading to Boston to cheer on the Red Sox. It is their annual trip and the timing worked out well around the chemo. His sister has planned a tour of Fenway before the game and hopefully his adrenaline will keep his energy up :)  They have great seats down the first base line and Hayley is hoping to get a good look at her favorite player... Brock Holt! It's gonna be a long day but these are the memories that will stay in their hearts always.....Go Red Sox!!

2nd round 2nd time around

Sorry this entry is late. Tuesday the 10th was the 2nd round of the new chemo. His blood count numbers were excellent so he can continue to receive the full scheduled treatment. The fatigue is still extreme but his spirits are good and he's eating a little better. 
Because there are three weeks between rounds, toward the end of the last round, Kenny felt well enough to visit his friends at the Ellington Big Y. Everyone has been so supportive and encouraging and we so appreciate all of you. Thank-you for all your positive thoughts and prayers.

8th day update

Today is the 8th day since the last chemo and Kenny is finally starting to feel better. His appetite is better and he's smiling a little around the edges. Still not great but we'll take it :)  

New chemo treatment

Tuesday was the first of the new round of chemo. Two huge viles of red meds and a two hour intravenous drip. 6 hours later we were on our way home. Kenny also began daily chemo pills. The side effects for these meds are a little different than the other meds. Cold sensitivity, hand and foot rashes, hair loss etc. Unfortunately this one has also left Kenny feeling really sore and extremely tired. Plus he's not really eating yet. He says today was a little better than yesterday so at least he's heading in the right direction- but hopefully tomorrow he will feel like eating again. Stay tuned.
We really thank you all for your support and prayers.

CT Scan says....

Because Kenny has been feeling better and has been able to eat, we had faith that the chemo was doing what it was supposed to do... unfortunately that is not the case. Although the tumor may have decreased a little or moved some, it basically looks no different from when we began. The good news is it hasn't grown or spread. There are two standard chemo cocktails that are used for stomach cancer - we will now start the other one. The new chemo will begin May 20th and then every 3rd Tuesday til July. He will also start taking a "chemo pill" every day. This time the side effects are a little different and more than likely he will lose the rest of his hair.
Tuesday night we had a chance to visit with Kennys Big Y family and it was such a joyful night! Everyone has been so supportive and Kenny really had a great time seeing all his friends. Our spirits remain high and we will keep fighting till we get it right but the support from all of our family and friends makes each day a little easier-Thank you  :)