Sharon was released from the hospital on October 8. She has to be seen daily in the outpatient area until they feel her care can be transferred back to her primary Hematologist, Dr. Hogan.

Sharon's immune system is now 100% the same as Pat's! While this is great, Sharon has developed graft versus host disease. As a result, she has a rash on her back, legs and arms. They are currently treating this with a medicated cream and prednisone. Bob said it is possibly in her "gut" as well.

Her hemoglobin has been relatively stable. Her last transfusion was on October 5. Although, she continues to require daily platelet transfusions.

She continues to have trouble with nausea. She doesn't have a good sense of taste right now. She is getting better though. The foods most appealing to her at this time are peaches, pineapple and especially mandarin oranges.

She is still having trouble with shortness of breath. This seemed to be better last night when I spoke to her. She sounded a little stronger and not as short of breath as she was last week. She can't talk to anyone for an extended period. She begins coughing and having trouble breathing.

She has been able to get some exercise in with the aid of a walker.

Bob had to go shopping for winter attire. They awoke to snow yesterday morning as you will see in the attached pictures.

Sharon and Bob attended a dinner at the Gift of Life House last night sponsored by the hematology nurses.