THE UPDATE
COH “Big Test Day”: we spent the whole day in Duarte getting tested (well, that was just me…but Tracey was there with me the whole time!) to make sure I’m ready for the transplant. Looks like I passed…respiratory, cardiac, kidney, and all other systems ready to be stressed. Marrow clear of Lymphoma. And we’re trained up on the care and handling of the Hickman catheter, too. True to form, COH was super-efficient and had everything working as planned.
Here in T.O: my third cycle of RICE (chemo) was delayed until Mon-Wed next week. I’ll be at Chateau Robles Tues-Weds. Starting today was over-ambitious…my body needed a few more days of recovery time (per my blood counts). I was able to get my third intra-spinal treatment today, though.
And the foot is about the same…as randomly painful as ever. I’m eating my Turmeric and looking for a good local acupuncturist and will try anything that doesn’t involve live sacrifice. Patience…
THE MUSING
Stanford made it to the 16…but tonight’s game wasn’t so fun. Well, there’s plenty more action coming…track the tournament at http://www.ncaa.com/interactive-bracket/basketball-men/d1
WHATEVER
Thanks to Adam A, I now can get out and “walk” my dog down to coffee – the trial run this morning was great. Look for me on the streets. I feel liberated!
Cliff’s New Wheels
Cliphoma 
Hey Cliff, There’s a great acupuncture clinic just like the one I work in in North Hollywood (not sure if that’s too far for you) called Center Point Community Acupuncture. I recently met Mike, the practitioner who runs it, at a conference, and he seems great. Any questions about acupuncture, feel free to contact me at acupunkyoga@gmail.com Warmly, Jeff Levin.
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Love your notes/blog and being aware of what is taking place. It was awesome to see you, Tracey, Jackie & Gregg last week! We miss hanging out with you all. ALWAYS keeping positive healing vibes coming your direction! hugs and love ~ xoxo Trisha & Greg
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I want to see how cute you look riding your new wheels, but don’t forget to ALWAYS wear your helmet.
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Cliff, I’ve always admired your strength and positive attitude! Sounds like you’re getting the best treatment possible at COH but so glad you have your wonderful wife to advocate for you. Thinking of you and praying for you. Good shabbos. Lori
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I love your new wheels. It is electric right? You just happen to know where all of the charging stations are in town. Does it come with a cup holder? 🙂
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Cliff, we are cheering for you! Your new mode of transportation looks so 21st century, does it go from 0 to 60 miles in 4 seconds?
Know we are thinking of you & sending good vibes! Love to the whole H
annel family.
We’ll see you at COH!
love, Nikki & Chris
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Cliff,
I’m confident Team Hannel can handle the next big hurdle, especially with the support if someone like your wife behind you!
We’re all rooting for you and keeping you in our hearts and prayers!
Fondly,
Leon
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Make sure you where the helmet, etc. these are used in Portland for tours. You could give
Cliff’s world tour…. Thanks for the update. We keeping the prayers coming from Portland, OR
Barb & Chris
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How am I going to keep up with you?
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Love the Segway!
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And the new wheels are also electric!
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Thanks to Cindy, I can now see your blogs. Sounds like it’s been a grueling day for you. I think about you and Tracey every day – wonder how you’re doing and what you might be going through. Your blogs seem so courageous.
Loving thoughts and wishes,
Linda
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You have a Tesla of walking! I know of a good acupuncturist. 🙂 I wish I could be local for you.
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