It has been a rough couple of days but I think I have turned a corner today. Just feeling exhausted and very achy since the treatment last Friday. I was given the same drugs but I am sure they beat you down more every time. My lab work was good so I got a full dose. Just can't wait to go back on Friday for more :). Dan was able to take the day off yesterday. He got the kids too and from school, kept me company, got me some lunch and painted the den. He said it is much easier to go to work! His new office furniture arrives tomorrow so we are actually making some headway on the home decorating front.
I will check in again soon.
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Sunday, September 16, 2007
Hair today...
Another week has gone by...a week without any Dr. appointments, tests, or treatments. I felt pretty good but seem to be in need of a daily nap (or two). This coming Friday brings a check-up at the oncologist and another cocktail of Taxol and Gemzar. I anticipate feeling their effects next Monday and Tuesday. We will hopefully learn what the rest of the treatment schedule will be.
I had to also deal this week with that "other" side effect of chemo - hair loss. Yep, it started going on Wednesday and I ran to a darling little shop in Upper Arlington called Over My Head. There I met the owner Bethany who was put on this earth to help all of us dealing with hair loss. She helped me select what I think is a very cute wig...shorter than what I have been wearing but she matched the color perfectly. I have had it on most of the day today with many compliments from both those who know and those who didn't until I told them. Jack and Lauren are being good sports about it...Lauren loved trying on my new hair. I feel that the hair loss is almost harder for those who care for me than for myself. Yes, I wish it didn't happen but I am glad there are the drugs that I hope are knocking that C out of me. It's a small price to pay.
As a family we are doing very well. We have heard from so many family member and friends who are great about offering their support, meals, play dates, etc. We appreciate all of you and promise to take you up on your offers when needed. We closed on the Seattle Slew house on Friday which was quite bittersweet. We needed so much to sell, but it was difficult leaving that house for the last time. Lots of happy memories there. Now we can focus on our new home which we all just love.
I had to also deal this week with that "other" side effect of chemo - hair loss. Yep, it started going on Wednesday and I ran to a darling little shop in Upper Arlington called Over My Head. There I met the owner Bethany who was put on this earth to help all of us dealing with hair loss. She helped me select what I think is a very cute wig...shorter than what I have been wearing but she matched the color perfectly. I have had it on most of the day today with many compliments from both those who know and those who didn't until I told them. Jack and Lauren are being good sports about it...Lauren loved trying on my new hair. I feel that the hair loss is almost harder for those who care for me than for myself. Yes, I wish it didn't happen but I am glad there are the drugs that I hope are knocking that C out of me. It's a small price to pay.
As a family we are doing very well. We have heard from so many family member and friends who are great about offering their support, meals, play dates, etc. We appreciate all of you and promise to take you up on your offers when needed. We closed on the Seattle Slew house on Friday which was quite bittersweet. We needed so much to sell, but it was difficult leaving that house for the last time. Lots of happy memories there. Now we can focus on our new home which we all just love.
Sunday, September 9, 2007
Hello Friends and Family
Thank you all for your thoughtful words, continuing prayers and offers of help. It means so much to Dan and me.
I have told many that it is if a fast moving train stopped by about 2 weeks ago and I boarded for a long journey. The Drs. appointments, tests, and treatments have been nonstop and we are now just trying to digest all we have to face.
I began chemotherapy on Friday Aug. 31st. and seemed to tolerate it well. The first 48 hours post-tx were fairly normal and then the fatigue and aches and pains set in. That lasted for about another 48 hours and then I was pretty much back to normal. I returned last Friday Sept. 7th for just one of the 2 drugs I was given the week before. Yesterday was a bit of a rough day but I did manage to see Jack score 2 goals at his soccer game. He was on fire! I have felt much better today and have enjoyed visiting my family in DeGraff this afternoon. Tonight Dan and I celebrated our 12th Anniversary with a relaxing dinner (yes, there was football on in the background) while the kids were at a church activity. It was a great day.
I have told many that it is if a fast moving train stopped by about 2 weeks ago and I boarded for a long journey. The Drs. appointments, tests, and treatments have been nonstop and we are now just trying to digest all we have to face.
I began chemotherapy on Friday Aug. 31st. and seemed to tolerate it well. The first 48 hours post-tx were fairly normal and then the fatigue and aches and pains set in. That lasted for about another 48 hours and then I was pretty much back to normal. I returned last Friday Sept. 7th for just one of the 2 drugs I was given the week before. Yesterday was a bit of a rough day but I did manage to see Jack score 2 goals at his soccer game. He was on fire! I have felt much better today and have enjoyed visiting my family in DeGraff this afternoon. Tonight Dan and I celebrated our 12th Anniversary with a relaxing dinner (yes, there was football on in the background) while the kids were at a church activity. It was a great day.
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