Greetings, all,
Yesterday marked the beginning of my 6th month of chemo....it seems impossible. I didn't post a blog last week since it was my week off and there wasn't much to report. Thank you for continuing to check in on me.
All went well yesterday--it's starting to feel like home in the chemo suite. I curl up with a blanket, neck pillow, newspaper or book, and, of course, an IV. Before chemo I had lab work done, and everything is looking good, "bloodwise". Then I met with Dr. Nichols, where we discussed the upcoming PET scan on Sept. 30 and the follow-up visit on Oct. 1 to discuss results. (She's great at not making me wait forever to hear results of tests.) We have scheduled chemo for the 1st as well. If the scan shows continued progress, I will most likely have chemo the rest of Oct. and then take the 2-month break that she has been talking about. She knows that Elise is getting married in Dec. and besides giving my body a rest, she wants me in good shape for the wedding. I must say I am looking forward to that boost in energy and stamina. There are other oral or injected drugs that we can use during those two months to help keep things at bay, and that does feel reassuring. I just don't want to lose ground, as you can well imagine.
I am teaching 5 or 6 students in Sept. and will probably continue that schedule in Oct. I will be seeing 2 students in the mornings on Mon., Tues., and Wed. with a little break between lessons. That seems to work well with my energy level for now. A number of my students have been transferred to other teachers. I am grateful for these friends' willingness to find room in their busy schedules.
Thank you again, Ginny, for devising this great way to keep my friends and family informed. You did a great service for all of us!
Linda
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I'm sure, the road to recovery and healing seems at times a long one...but I know He's holding you in the palm of His hand. You're teaching me that when I have aches and pains, to thank Him for the sensation of feeling and the joy of growing older! Thanks Linda for your example to me!
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Thank you again Linda for keeping us up to date on what is happening. You are in my prayers and it helps to know how to pray by reading your blog.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear the good report, Linda. The kids talk about the time we took a meal to you and them playing in your yard and "remember how tall she was?" is something they say a lot too. We are continuing to pray for you!
ReplyDeleteMitz (and the rest of the Petermans)
Glad to hear you are keeping strong and that you have confidence in the doctors advice on taking some time off to let your body recoup. We'll keep praying for renewed strength and endurence for the wedding (the event of the year!!)and beyond.Love you Janiece
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