A much needed rest

FROM CASSIE: Words can't describe how amazing Kurt has been throughout this whole ordeal. Without his love and support I don't know how I would get through this. I can't wait to call him my husband. I thought I'd post a picture of him getting a well-deserved Halloween nap in my hospital bed today. He might not be too happy about it (sorry, Kurt) but it helps me to know that I can share something with him that gives him a little break from the madness. ("Rosove", the teddy bear, was my addition to the shot.)
Today is "Day minus 5" in transplant-speak which means there are 5 days until I receive my stem cell transplant next Thursday. I'll have some chemo every day until then to wipe out my marrow and make room for my sister's fresh, ready-to-fight cells. Pretty amazing. As always, the doctors and nurses here at UCLA Med Center are taking very good care of me.
My dad went back to Ohio today and it was bittersweet to see him go. We had a nice long visit and he was a great help and support to us. Piper was happy to spend some quality time with "grandpa" too.
Kurt's parents are coming out from Chicago again this Tuesday for 9 days. It will be great to have them here. Their positive spirits, unending support and energy are a great source of strength to me and Kurt.
Until next time.... Happy Halloween to all! Stay safe and eat lots of candy.