Coming Home

Not a whole lot going on right now. Kelly is feeling pretty good and is ready to go out and do some Seattle things. We do have to be careful though, as her counts are low and the doctors don't want her out with large groups of people. Outdoor type things are the best for us to do.

We made train reservations for Patty, Kelly, and Molly the other day. Rose and I will be driving home. We will head for home on April 2. We all can't wait to get there. Rose and I should be home some time on the 2nd and the rest will arrive by train the next day.

Kelly will start her oral chemo the week before we leave, as long as her counts are up, so the doctors can monitor that first week. They told us there are not a lot of side effects with this except for low counts at certain times. Overall, they said Kelly should feel pretty good and have good energy to do what she wants to do. She may get tired at times, but she is good about getting a nap in when she needs to.

Can't wait to see everyone again.

God Bless,

Don

This is good news for all of us. Those of us at home cannot wait to see them. Easter will be extra special. Pray that Kelly's counts go up so that she can have the week of oral chemo before they leave. Pray that the trip home does not wear on her too much so that she can join our family for Easter. My granddaughter always wonders where "Her Girls" are if they are not here. Pray that the school will make accomodations so that Kelly can graduate with her class. Also remember to give thanks for all the blessings we have already received, and thanks to the doctors for respecting Kelly's wishes to come home and finding a way to make that happen.

Always say a prayer
Linda

I would ask that all of you read this from the gentleman who runs in Kelly's honor. He is a fantastic person and could use help in his fund raising efforts.

God Bless,

Don



-----Original Message-----

Subject: Racing towards a cure for Kelly


Dear Friends, family and colleagues,

As many of you already know, my very special friend Kelly Grubb's cancer
returned the week before Christmas last year. Kelly is currently undergoing
treatment in Seattle, Washington. As Kelly's fight against this disease has
progressed well past the marathon stage(11 + years) I have decided to
compete in her honor this August in Boulder Colorado at the 5430 Long course
Triathlon. This event consists of a 1.2 mile open water swim, a 56 mile
bike ride and then a 13.1 mile run. I will continue to cross as many finish
lines as necessary until Kelly can cross her finish line with a cure for
this disease.

I am raising money for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society as a participant in
their Team In Training program. I am asking for your support to honor Kelly
and help accelerate the cures for Leukemia, Lymphoma, Myeloma. Your
generous donation brings hope to the patients and families who are on the
front lines of the battle against these diseases. I have set a personal
fundraising goal of $9000.00 for this event.

Kelly has touched and inspired so many people during her cancer journey.
Kelly is the sweetest person I have ever met and she is also without a doubt
the toughest. The special bond and love I have for Kelly is such a
blessing in my life.

Please use the link in this email to donate online quickly and securely.
You will receive a confirmation by email of your donation and I will be
notified as soon as you make your donation.

On behalf of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, thank you very much for your
support. I really appreciate your generosity!


You can learn more about my efforts and make a donation by visiting my Web
site:

http://www.active.com/donate/tntrm/tntrmRKinney

P.S. Please forward this email to as many people as you can to encourage
them to donate as well!

Talked to both Patty and Kelly today. Kelly sounds good. They will meet either the end of this week or first of next week with a team of caregivers to find out all their options for treatment and help with making the best choice for all. But Kelly has decided she wants to come home and participate in as many activities for Senior that she can. Kelly will listen to what the team has to say but will make her wishes know also.

If all goes well they will be home for Easter. What a great way to start the spring and renewal season.

Will update when I know more.