7/10/08

BJ had another really good check up...he went back to UAB today and actually was in and out by 11 A.M., which is earlier than normal. They gave him some more Magnesium and did the normal blood work and check-ups. Today they also did a big blood test to see what, if any, levels of leukemia are still present. They are looking for the Philadelphia chromosome in particular. This test will determine how far along he is in his recovery and how soon he will be able to move back to Tuscaloosa. Ashley did mention the nurses told them the lab is really backed up right now, so it could be next Thursday before BJ has the results. Obviously, he is quite anxious for the results of this test.



Speaking of Tuscaloosa, BJ is back in T-town tonight, and will be there through Sunday. He will still be very careful and stay close to his house, but I know being back in his home and his bed will be very relaxing. He did have the chance to go by and see Coach Wells this afternoon, which he was pretty fired up about. He is really looking forward to getting back on the field and getting back to the team.

He is going to see an ENT doctor in Tuscaloosa tomorrow regarding the sinus issues that I mentioned in the last post. Hopefully, they will have a simple solution for him and he can get those issues resolved. Everything else seems to be going pretty well. He is quite positive, but also trying not to get overconfident.

Mrs. Green continues to improve and Mr. Green is doing better as well. Please keep them in your prayers, as well as BJ. Hopefully, this next week will provide good news for all of them. The strength of their family has been truely amazing through this process. There have been many people helping behind the scenes and your prayers have helped as well, but I still admire the family's resolve.


I also want to encourage everyone that wants to participate in the golf tournament ( playing, volunteering, donating, etc.) to give Eric Beasley or me a call or fill out the registration form.
Our numbers are on the registration form on the right side of the homepage. It will be here before you know it and we want to make sure everything goes as smoothly as possible.



I will post as soon as I get any new information. Until then, everyone have a good weekend and I will talk to you soon!