On January 26th, 2012 our daughter Zaynab was diagnosed with Leukemia. Although we were initially shocked, we realized that we were not alone. So many friends and family immediately stepped up and are supporting us in so many different ways. We feel truly blessed. In light of how blessed we are we wanted to accomplish a few things with this blog. One is to keep everyone informed of Zaynab's recovery. A second is to help those who are less fortunate.

As we thought about what charities to support we thought of a few and couldnt decide on one, so we thought we would give people a choice.

1) Something as simple as water for those who are less fortunate. No one in this world should be without water. Nancy helped setup this initiative here: http://bit.ly/xfXbRS and we have a goal of $20,000 which will provide over 1000 people with water.

2) What a wonderful world this would be if we were able to wipe cancers like Leukemia / Lymphoma from the face of the world. Nancy has mobilized a team to participate in the Light the Night walk on October 20th 2012 and we have a goal of $50,000! To donate to LLS and join the effort go here: http://bit.ly/yZwbt7

3) Who better to receive support than orphans. GiveLight has been great organization for supporting orphans worldwide. While we have no goal set, we recognize that it does not take very much money to save a child: http://bit.ly/xKpWv2


Thanks for continuing to keep us in your thoughts and prayers!

Thanks,
Zaynab and Family

Friday, February 24, 2012

Alhamdillah: Biopsy went well

 Zaynab's bone marrow biopsy was done this morning at 9:30. Thankfully, there were no complications with the procedure which took about 30 minutes. Afterwards, Zaynab had a dose of antibiotic through IV & some fluids to keep her well hydrated. An oral antibiotic had been recently prescribed for a minor urine infection  and the nausea was giving her a hard time to keep the oral medication on track.
  Zaynab is happy she won't be taking the Prednisone tablets for the next couple of weeks.However, she will be taking medications for the side effects of the previous block of treatment.The results of the biopsy are expected  next week, since some of the tests will be sent out of the hospital and then double checked. The results will determine the coarse of treatment for the next phase.

  Thank you all for the continuous love and support, and keep us in your prayers.
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8 comments:

  1. AbrarFebruary 24, 2012 at 2:41 PM

    Alhumedllah, Alhumedllah, the procedure went well. And InshaaAllah the result will be great!

    Zaynab: I'm happy for you too habibti, and hopefully the new medications don't give you a hard time. We are keeping you in our prayers and InshaaAllah you will get well soon.

    Eyman and Musaab: Thank you for the updates and may Allah bless both of you and speed Zaynab's recovery.

    Sincerely,
    Abrar :)

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  2. tasneem erwaFebruary 26, 2012 at 12:10 AM

    alhamdellah the procedure went well . inshallah rbna yadeha al3afea ya rb wa takon a7sn mn alawal. my mother tried to call you many times but we are going to cntact you through this page . inshallah rbna yagwma belsalam wa yadekom al3afea game3n.
    intesar erwa , tasnem erwa

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  3. EemanFebruary 27, 2012 at 1:12 AM

    Salam Zaynab
    It was so good to talk to you on Skype the other day.
    I am happy things went well with the biopsy.
    Inshallah Allah we'll see you soon in another skype sessions. The girls are really looking forward to that.

    We love you Zaynab!

    Eeman, Rifaat and the girls

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  4. kmengerinkFebruary 27, 2012 at 6:03 AM

    Zaynab,

    Sending you well wishes from Bali, where Eric, Eli, Penelope, Pauline and I are sweating and having a fabulous time. We are sending you sunny beaches, cool breezes, and adventures in hopes that you can imagine them, if not enjoy them, right now. We will have to send pictures soon.

    We love you and are happy to hear that you are holding up so well. You are such a strong person.

    Love,
    Kathryn, Eric, Eli and Penelope

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  5. kmengerinkFebruary 27, 2012 at 6:19 AM

    Zaynab

    So happy to hear that things went well with your bone marrow. I know that can't be fun. Also happy to hear that your transfusion gave you much needed energy!! Praying for you daily. It is easy to pray here in this beautiful land witkind people. We are going to the gili islands tomorrow through Saturday so we won't have internet access so if you don't hear from me for a few days, that is why!! I will send pics via your Mom's email when I return.

    Love and Big Hugs
    Pauline

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  6. SarahFebruary 27, 2012 at 6:16 PM

    Sweet Zaynab,

    Mashallah it was so nice to see you out of the room and accompanying everyone at the dinner table. We are praying for you everyday. May each day be better than the last Inshallah.

    Sending you lots of love and hugs,

    Sarah.

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  7. ummariamFebruary 27, 2012 at 6:26 PM

    alhamduilah, insha'a Allah the results will be good. We will keep praying for Zaynab.


    Mai, Ameen, Mariam, & Luay

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  8. rdkhanFebruary 28, 2012 at 5:41 AM

    This is an important occasion to highlight being a bone marrow donor. May Allah bless you and your family in this difficult process. May Allah grant Zaynab health and happiness.

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