We waited all day for the good news - Erkki is officially in remission!
This means that at this moment there are no leukemia cells in his bone marrow.
Incredible news.
Erkki starts on another course of chemotherapy on Monday, to kill any leukemia cells lurking around in his body. Given he is in remission, the side effects will be less severe so he will have this treatment from home.
CELEBRATE!
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That is wonderful news!!!! Congratulations on remission!!! A celebration is definitely in order :-)
The best news possible!! I am SO happy for all of you!
hi to Tachy & Erkki
Incredible news !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Good Old Erkki !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
What a magnificent turn of events for both you guys...
our prayers will continue to go up above for total remission and continued progress...
Love 'n hugs from Pat & graeme
How wonderful to read the good news today! I am so glad you started this blog, Tachy, so those of us far away can keep up to date. Our very best to Erkki, love to all the Barnetts, and we look forward to seeing you both at the farm in NY soon!
Picking daisies must be more fun than pushing them!
Way to go Erkki!
We are thrilled!
Vicki and Tiyt
Twas the night before chemo and all through the ward
The nurses were cheery welcome aboard.
Eman was restless,a dart in his chest
Tachy was pacing, saying I know whats best.
Family was praying, shedding some tears,
Eman wanted out, to have a few beers.
The chemo was started, the tough times were close
But hopes were abounding, its only one dose.
First went the hair, then the good humor,
Flying utensils in the ward? or only a rumor.
Then came the shivers and the incessant chatter
But Eman is tough, didnt really matter.
Day 30 is here, now we wait and fret
Test 1 came and went, we won the damn bet.
Erkki goes home, he says to relax
Tachy says no, its nails, glue and tacks.
Test 2 comes in, Shitola youre clean
Eman your cool, smooth and very mean.
The family is elated, we passed the first part,
You beat it with grit, straight from the heart.
Stage 2 starts on Monday, its still not all done
But youre gonna beat this again you son of a gun.
Im happy Im jumping youre my favorite guy
When its over, beers and tequila, I will all buy.
Keep happy keep joyful, this is just one test
To prove to the world that you are the best.
CONGRATS EMAN YOURE A STAR
Hi Tachy and Erkki,
We are so glad Erkki is out of the hospital. We are thinking about you all the time. We sure do miss our Toronto neighbours!!!!!
Love, Rachael, Laura, Owen, Molly, Jasper and our Mom and Dad:]
xoxoxoxo
December 1,
Erkki, Ian was over last night & gave us the update on the last week's whirlwind of activities. You are at the top of everyone's Christmas list in the Spence household. Looking forward to having some Christmas cheer with you over the holidays.
All the best, Tim, Nora, Alex, Cyn & Steph
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