From all Ed has been going through, his body is weak and he’s not able to lift himself or do little things. He’s walking ok, but has no strength in much else, so they feel he needs time in a rehab center. Have no word on when he’ll go, but it is the best for him even though he doesn’t think so. Since Monday I’ve valet parked with no problems – today, a tree limb…
It was a little bit of a scary day. He was getting another two units of blood since the first two didn't seem to raise the red cells high enough. He was sleeping on and off, hallucinating and mumbling. He also looked a little swollen and he told me he had double vision and I asked if he let them know. His answer was no because he didn't think it was anything. I said they…
Even though Ed is doing well as far as the surgery, he needed two units of blood today. He has always been anemic, so this wasn't upsetting, or a surprise. After some of his chemo treatments he needed transfusions and he tolerated those well. They're watching him closely and continue to get him up and walking around. He's able to handle all of that quite well, except for trying to get into the 'car' they…
The surgery went well and they had him up and walking down the hall an hour after he was in his room. He said his pain level was a 12, even though the highest on his chart was a 10. After a few 'magic' pills he was down to a 9. It will take time, but the worst is over and he'll do just fine, like he always does. Talked to him tonight and they…
Hello everyone, It's been quite a while since I've been here typing updates and asking for prayers, which is a good thing! Need to get my fingers nimble to keep everyone informed as to Ed's upcoming surgery. He's been putting off getting his knees replaced, and who could blame him, but he's at the point where it needs done. We met with the surgeon, Dr. Murray, the beginning of September and he's gone through all…
Hello to all who read my journal. It’s been quite a while since I’ve posted and wanted to let everyone know what’s been going on – plus the journal has been a great way for me to keep track of dates. On December 14th I had a mammogram that showed a few suspicious spots and was told it was probably calcification. Two options, wait 6 months and redo the mammogram or have a biopsy. With…
So, here I am at the end of my year long journey and I’m not quite sure what to do. Should I scream, shout, laugh, cry, dance, cheer or in the words sung by Sia…. swing from the chandelier? It’s been a very emotional day and I’ve cried more today than I have during this entire time. Those who have gone through a traumatic event in their lives know what I mean and when it…
On Tuesday, June 7th, I'll continue with the radiation treatments but will only be getting four more instead of the remaining eight. The doctor decided it was not worth the risk of doing more harm to my skin by doing all eight. As he described it – I had a rip roarin burn! It's healing and should do ok since the dose of radiation will be less and there won't be as many treatments. I've…
Friday, the doctor decided to hold off on doing the final eight radiation treatments. The burns on my chest and under my arm are peeling, leaving the skin raw and painful. I'll see the doctor on Friday and he'll let me know if I'm healed enough to continue.
With 16 radiation treatments left, I'm making my way to the end of this and will soon be called a 'Survivor.' It takes a village to raise a child and it takes a village to walk with those fighting cancer. It always seemed when I was at my lowest…. a beautiful card, gift or email would arrive to bring a smile to my face. All the loving words expressed by family and friends continued to…