5/7/2009 Pam had her first treatment with the 5FU Folfox treatment yesterday. The procedure took about 3 hours and Pam came home with a battery powered pump to infuse additional chemicals for two days. One of the reported after effects of this treatment is a sensitivity to cold air or even food which can cause pain. Fortunately, Pam did not require any special adjustment of the temperature at home or need to bundle up to keep warm.

Pam has been quite active since yesterday and she has not had any special naps. We had dinner last night and breakfast today with a couple whom we knew in New Orleans eons ago and were visiting their children in north Florida. Pam then went shopping this afternoon for some clothes that fit her. The shopping was an enjoyable experience because Pam was catered to and not rushed.

The pump will be disconnected tomorrow, the 8th. The next treatment will be around May 20th.

If Pam continues to feel energetic and active throughout this treatment, we will see God's work in progress. We feel the love and support of our friends who continue to pray for healing and relief from this disease. Thank you, Lord.