Shot Day afternoon. Need to get my booster shot today. Goes in my tummy but doesn't hurt YEAH!!
This will end Phase I. YEAH!!!
Need to rest today. We have tickets to a play tonight at the local Theatre. I am so looking forward to this.
When we arrived home yesterday we discovered my clothes closet shelf unit had pulled off the wall - what a mess. All my hanging clothes and folded clothes on the shelf are in the floor. So NOT good.
Ran fixed it for me last night and I will work on this slowly today. Time to get my donation bin out and give away some tops and dresses I will never get to wear again. All part of the journey.
Love you girls and guys.
Onward
Friday, November 30, 2012
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Thursday, November 29, 2012
TREATMENT DAY - UGH!
Awake at 4:45 this morning. Not able to sleep - just laying there so time to get up and have coffee.
Saw Dr Nakka today - she said all reports looking good. Heart and lungs are good. Today is the last treatment for Phase One. We will start Phase Two on Dec. 20th and continue with our 3 week rotations. She will be giving me Taxel and Herceptin together. The Herceptin will be in a small dosage to start with. This phase will again be four treatments so we will go into March. In March we will start Herceptin for one full year.
Chuck is with us again today. He helps keep Randy occupied. The cookie lady has been here to my station three times. She seems to like taking care of my boys. Randy looked at me and said "you want a chocolate chip cookie today" "weather you eat it or not". lol.
This place is so nice. My team of nurses are wonderful. They seem to be very busy today due to the holiday last week. Lots of people are sick. Everyone is working like busy bees.
I know you are out there praying for us. Thanks for your support, prayers and the comments you send our way.
Our journey continues.
Awake at 4:45 this morning. Not able to sleep - just laying there so time to get up and have coffee.
Saw Dr Nakka today - she said all reports looking good. Heart and lungs are good. Today is the last treatment for Phase One. We will start Phase Two on Dec. 20th and continue with our 3 week rotations. She will be giving me Taxel and Herceptin together. The Herceptin will be in a small dosage to start with. This phase will again be four treatments so we will go into March. In March we will start Herceptin for one full year.
Chuck is with us again today. He helps keep Randy occupied. The cookie lady has been here to my station three times. She seems to like taking care of my boys. Randy looked at me and said "you want a chocolate chip cookie today" "weather you eat it or not". lol.
This place is so nice. My team of nurses are wonderful. They seem to be very busy today due to the holiday last week. Lots of people are sick. Everyone is working like busy bees.
I know you are out there praying for us. Thanks for your support, prayers and the comments you send our way.
Our journey continues.
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Thursday, November 22, 2012
Happy Thanksgiving
We are so thankful for our family and friends who are helping us with our journey. May God bless each of you.
We are at our favorite island for the weekend. Turkey is in the oven. Just resting and watching the beautiful water shimmer in the sun.
Love to you all.
We are at our favorite island for the weekend. Turkey is in the oven. Just resting and watching the beautiful water shimmer in the sun.
Love to you all.
Monday, November 19, 2012
Monday, November 19, 2012
Can't Deal with It.
It's been one of those times again when I have been hiding. Seems like some days cancer takes control of my every thought. I HATE THAT!!!!
Oh that felt better just saying it and !!!!! it.
I did eat too much Italian food - my favorite kind of food ever. So for now no pizza or pasta. Unless it's plain noodles.
And I don't care for cold windy days. My little bald head gets cold quick. Yes, I do wear hats and scarves but at home I don't always have my head covered.
Steve and Joy came for a visit this weekend and I didn't cover my head. Steve (my big brother) said it was ok with him - he is very proud of me. And Joy - well I can't say THANK YOU ENOUGH to her for how she has helped me. She is my sounding board most every day. She lets me vent, cry, talk it out. She is always there for me and I love her dearly.
I love ALL of you out there in my cyberspace support group. YOU ARE AMAZING and Randy and I love each of you.
Onward....our next visit for chemo is Nov. 29 and 30. The last treatment for Phase One.
It's been one of those times again when I have been hiding. Seems like some days cancer takes control of my every thought. I HATE THAT!!!!
Oh that felt better just saying it and !!!!! it.
I did eat too much Italian food - my favorite kind of food ever. So for now no pizza or pasta. Unless it's plain noodles.
And I don't care for cold windy days. My little bald head gets cold quick. Yes, I do wear hats and scarves but at home I don't always have my head covered.
Steve and Joy came for a visit this weekend and I didn't cover my head. Steve (my big brother) said it was ok with him - he is very proud of me. And Joy - well I can't say THANK YOU ENOUGH to her for how she has helped me. She is my sounding board most every day. She lets me vent, cry, talk it out. She is always there for me and I love her dearly.
I love ALL of you out there in my cyberspace support group. YOU ARE AMAZING and Randy and I love each of you.
Onward....our next visit for chemo is Nov. 29 and 30. The last treatment for Phase One.
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
SLEEPY TIME HIT!!!
Guess I was exhausted and didn't know it. I have worked this week and struggled but continued. When I came home last night from work Randy had these words - go take your hot shower. I did and curled up in his lap and that was at 8:00 pm and then he put me to bed sometime and then I woke up this morning rested. I don't even know when he came to bed. I need to work today but I feel rested. I plan on taking it very easy today.
Another new day to learn about my body and what I can and can't do.
Guess I was exhausted and didn't know it. I have worked this week and struggled but continued. When I came home last night from work Randy had these words - go take your hot shower. I did and curled up in his lap and that was at 8:00 pm and then he put me to bed sometime and then I woke up this morning rested. I don't even know when he came to bed. I need to work today but I feel rested. I plan on taking it very easy today.
Another new day to learn about my body and what I can and can't do.
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2012
We are doing good since treatment last week. The nausea has not been bad this time. Chuck and Randy BOTH are making sure I am drinking plenty of liquids to flush out my system.
I attended my first Woman to Woman support group last evening at the Regency Center here in Winter Haven. Such nice ladies there. Most are 10 plus year survivors. And they are so supportive to us new kids in the fight. I felt welcomed and comfortable sharing my struggles.
I am still learning I need to REST MORE on the weekends after treatment. You just have to put yourself first.
Thank you all again for praying for us as we go onward.
I attended my first Woman to Woman support group last evening at the Regency Center here in Winter Haven. Such nice ladies there. Most are 10 plus year survivors. And they are so supportive to us new kids in the fight. I felt welcomed and comfortable sharing my struggles.
I am still learning I need to REST MORE on the weekends after treatment. You just have to put yourself first.
Thank you all again for praying for us as we go onward.
Sunday, November 11, 2012
Sunday, Nov. 11, 2011
Doing good these past few days from treatment. I KNOW YOU ARE PRAYING FOR ME (US). Cause I have not had any ill effects from chemo. I did have one bout of sleepless time this morning at 1:30 AM. Finally back to bed at 3:00. But no nausea!!!
Randy and I spent a great time yesterday with Chuck in Lakeland. We were at a friends archery shop in Lakeland. Chuck and Randy enjoyed the indoor archery range. I enjoyed watching and spending time with Tammy, Nathan and Matthew. Had chick-fila for lunch (thanks Chuck). It was delicious.
Our family has been touched by cancer again. Chuck's father-in-law was told this past week he has colon cancer. Surgery is being planned. Please pray for Linda and her mom as they help him during this difficult time.
Love to you all = onward.
Randy and I spent a great time yesterday with Chuck in Lakeland. We were at a friends archery shop in Lakeland. Chuck and Randy enjoyed the indoor archery range. I enjoyed watching and spending time with Tammy, Nathan and Matthew. Had chick-fila for lunch (thanks Chuck). It was delicious.
Our family has been touched by cancer again. Chuck's father-in-law was told this past week he has colon cancer. Surgery is being planned. Please pray for Linda and her mom as they help him during this difficult time.
Love to you all = onward.
Friday, November 9, 2012
Friday, November 9, 2012
RESTFUL NIGHT once I went to bed at 11:30. No issues so far. Had to take my meds this morning (Dexamethasone) twice a day for 4 days. And Amends this one is once a day for day 2 and day 3. I think these have a negative effect on me.
We go get my shot at 1:00 this afternoon. Thankfully they don't hurt.:) But Phase one only has one more session. I won't have to get a shot in my tummy after this session ends.
Then we start phase two in December also every three weeks.
Some encouragement I heard yesterday was my hair "MIGHT" come back during phase two. That would be awesome. My nurse said it would again depend on how my body reacts to the meds.
ONWARD!!
We go get my shot at 1:00 this afternoon. Thankfully they don't hurt.:) But Phase one only has one more session. I won't have to get a shot in my tummy after this session ends.
Then we start phase two in December also every three weeks.
Some encouragement I heard yesterday was my hair "MIGHT" come back during phase two. That would be awesome. My nurse said it would again depend on how my body reacts to the meds.
ONWARD!!
Thursday, November 8, 2012
Home and doing good.
They were really full in the chemo theatre this morning and one nurse was on vacation. We didn't get home until 2:30. I climbed right in bed and slept two hours.
Chuck met us over there today. He was a big help keeping Randy entertained during the long wait.
I am drinking lots of liquids to flush this stuff out of my system. We go back at 2:30 tomorrow for my booster shot.
Thanks for all your prayers today. I can feel your love and support.
Onward.
Chuck met us over there today. He was a big help keeping Randy entertained during the long wait.
I am drinking lots of liquids to flush this stuff out of my system. We go back at 2:30 tomorrow for my booster shot.
Thanks for all your prayers today. I can feel your love and support.
Onward.
Thursday, November 8, 2012
CHEMO DAY :(. Not able to sleep last night and what sleep I got was weird dreams. I dreamed if I got out of bed a lion was there to attack me. It was so real I asked Randy to get out of bed and bring me a much needed sleep hat cause I was so cold. Note - if you want to sleep warm try wearing a sleep hat - they will keep you toasty (even if you have hair). just saying...:)
Tried to eat some breakfast this morning. May be the only thing I do eat today.
I know you are out there especially today praying for us. THANK YOU. WE LOVE YOU ALL.
Onward....chat later today to update.
Tried to eat some breakfast this morning. May be the only thing I do eat today.
I know you are out there especially today praying for us. THANK YOU. WE LOVE YOU ALL.
Onward....chat later today to update.
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Wednesday, November 07, 2012
Wonderful day at work. Finished the day with dinner out with hubby. Both had wine and light fare for dinner. Not really looking forward to tomorrow but I know it's for my best interest.
Onward.
Onward.
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
WONDERFUL WEEKEND AWAY
Randy and I escaped to our favorite island and enjoyed time together. We talked and shared concerns, laughed, fished, napped and ate great seafood.
Now we are back in the swing of working and worrying. I am trying to stay in the moment and not think about my upcoming treatment. Treatment number 3 of 4 in phase I is this Thursday. Please PRAY I WON'T BE SO SICK THIS TIME afterward. I know you are out there supporting US. Love and hugs back to each one of you.
Our Journey continues.
Randy and I escaped to our favorite island and enjoyed time together. We talked and shared concerns, laughed, fished, napped and ate great seafood.
Now we are back in the swing of working and worrying. I am trying to stay in the moment and not think about my upcoming treatment. Treatment number 3 of 4 in phase I is this Thursday. Please PRAY I WON'T BE SO SICK THIS TIME afterward. I know you are out there supporting US. Love and hugs back to each one of you.
Our Journey continues.
Saturday, November 3, 2012
Saturday October 3, 2012
Another day in paradise. I have slept so soundly down here I think I'll just stay here forever. So restful and calming. Wish you could see the sun coming up over the water. It's so beautiful. Thank you Lord for my eyes to see and ears to hear. I am so blessed.
My captain has gone fishing just before daylight. He is in de-stress mode.
My captain has gone fishing just before daylight. He is in de-stress mode.
Friday, November 2, 2012
Friday, Nov. 2, 2012 Paradise
My Captain (randy) and I escaped to Little Gasparilla Island after work on Thursday. We arrived on the island and were all settled in time to see the beautiful orange moon rise over the water. Quiet this morning before sunrise. This is paradise. Able to sleep all night. Thank you Lord for blessing us so much. My Captain is on the water already at his favorite fishing spot. His time to de-stress. As I continue my journey I am so thankful he is by my side.
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