December 13, 2006 - We have shrinkage!

We have shrinkage - and not the kind that happens in cold water!

We got the call today that Jim's scan on Monday turned out well. All of his tumors have shrunk.

We do have one spot of confusion. There seems to be some discrepancy over the size of the largest tumor. Before the operation it measured at 4.5 x 5.5cm. Then at Sloane Kettering it measured at 8 x 8cm. Now it's measuring at 6 x 7cm. What we're hoping is that the tumor grew during the time when Jim could not receive treatment, but is now shrinking with chemo. Every other organ seems to be functioning normally.

We are very excited. Dr. Haid gave Jim a high-five today. He was excited, too. (Naturally we're excited that he's excited.) Dr. Haid has ordered celebration tonight, so that's what we intend to do.

We got a babysitter, and we're headed over to a bar in Sheboygan for chicken wings and french fries. Full-fat, non-organic chicken wings accompanied by full-fat, non-organic french fries dipped in burning hot oil. Ooh la la we can't wait.