5/10/2009 Pam adapted well to the portable pump that was attached until May 8th. The pump and case were no larger than a waist pack and did not interfered with sleeping or normal activities. The chemo has begun to manifest some of the negative side effects, such as abdominal cramps, swollen feet and lack of energy. Pam has not had any ill effects from cold temperatures and has enjoyed her sherbet and ice cream . Her next treatment is scheduled for May 20th.

Today is Mother's Day and all the local children and grandchildren gathered at the house. They brought all the fixings for submarine sandwiches which appealed to all of us.

Pam had several non-malignant sebaceous cysts removed from her head yesterday. The cysts have caused some minor discomfort for a while so she chose to have them removed. Daughter Diane plans to cut Pam's hair tomorrow. This will be the first hair treatment since Pam started chemo last year.

Thank you for your prayers and continued support. We remain optimistic we will see improvement in Pam's condition in the future.