Eastside Ladies Conference – Authentic Christianity (Sam’s speech)

Please see an update from David's Blog...

http://davidcbsgoliath.wordpress.com/2013/08/09/eastside-ladies-conference-authentic-christianity-sams-speech/

Stem Cells - The Hype and the Hope

Professor Michael Pepper, Director, Institute for Cellular and Molecular Medicine, University of Pretoria, gave a lecture at the Attebury Theatre last night on stems cells. David and I, where invited to be interviewed at part of the this presentation on our recent stem cell transplant experiences. The evening was very informative, I think I understand the application of stems cells better. It is also exciting to understand the possible future application of this technology. I'm glad I was able to share my story to an audience and hope that it was an encouragement to individuals who may be faced with similar challenges.

Next Round ...brief update

Enjoying the Highveld winter, except all the power failures recently. I'm currently in the Cape, such a nice place to be in the winter, everything is green, cold, wet and mostly fresh! No pollution, like we have in Pretoria.
So I have treatment days 1,4 and 8 behind me now, these are Valcade treatments. Not feeling too bad, except not being able to sleep, because of the dex, a bit of neuropathy, but mainly from the Zometa treatment (day1). I have my last treatment next Monday.

Next steps ......bone marrow autopsy in 6 weeks, and 2 weeks to see Dr T, with the latest results. I'm really trusting The Lord for a good response, with 0% MRD!

With the winter months, I have kinda stayed away from gym, not too healthy place in winter, especially if your immune system is on the low side. So as a result I'm a little chubby. Once the season turns and it's warmer, I look forward to some some serious cycling.

Captain's Log 2013.06.19 13:47 CAT. . . .

I enjoyed a great Fathers day over the week end, the girls got me some nice goodies. I'm really blessed with amazing women in my life.

Saw Dr T today, my bloods are all good, every thing else is fine. I'm scheduled for another round of chemo starting the middle of next month, with bone marrow tests scheduled for September, this is part of my maintenance regime. After the bone marrow, the doc will determine the way forward.

I really need to get back on my bike, I came down with another cold after Sani2c, I suspect from going to gym. So I have been off for a couple of weeks, all better now. Being the in the middle of winter, its hard to even think of getting up to cycle. I guess I'm in hibernation mode, which is okay.

School holidays are just around the corner, I look forward to some time in the bush....