Day One Complete
February 21, 2014
Friday was called “Day One.” It consisted of having my blood drawn to determine if I needed any supplements and to monitor the diminishing white cell count … ie. my immune system. IV fluids were pumped in for the rest of the day. We left home for Northside Hospital before 6 a.m. and got back just before 3 p.m.
Until the inserted stem cells engraft (begin functioning by producing cells again), I will be vulnerable, hence the isolation, frequent hand washing, wearing masks etc.
I must say, I feel guilty to have felt so decent all day. They have me taking medications to help prevent nausea etc., and mouthwashes to deter the mouth sores. Yuk.
Thanks for your prayer support. I really want this procedure to work to its fullest effectiveness.
Lord Jesus, thank You for the effectiveness of the prayers of Your saints. Please return strength and support to them for whatever challenge they may be going thru. We all DESPERATELY NEED YOU!!!
Dean P. Demos 
February 22, 2014 at 8:25 am
you have such a great attitude….even when “tripping”…lol Scott and I are keeping up on your PROGRESS and praying that the Lord sustains your health and your positive spirit through the duration of this whole process. Jesus indeed cares for such a special man as you are. AMEN!
February 22, 2014 at 1:29 pm
We are praying with you for success in these treatments. Tom is undergoing Melanoma stage 4 treatments–been in CA with Jill for 6 months–excellent care!! Blessings to you and yours. Tom and DonnaRae
February 22, 2014 at 1:31 pm
Dean, I am thinking of you in your ‘temporary’ home and praying for a complete healing. You are a great testimony to those who care for you…Jesus will be lifted up. Also, praying for Patty….give her my love!!!
February 22, 2014 at 11:22 pm
Prayers from Florida have been coming this week. Just read your recent blogs to Aunt Miriam. Wonderful memorial service this a.m. for Uncle Roger. Aunt Addie’s memorial will be next Saturday. Hang in there – cuz – you have too much to do for the Lord still!
February 25, 2014 at 5:36 pm
Cousin Alan.
THANK YOU for all you and your wonderful wife have done to truly minister to our family in Florida. I am personally so grateful for your support, and really look forward to some great days of fellowship and ministry in the years to come. It looks like Dad and Miriam my not be able to be at Addie’s service, but Carol and Gary and Susan will be there. Sharene asked me to write a eulogy which I will send to you. She was a marvelous saint who ALWAYS displayed a profound trust in the Lord.