I am finally coming around. All I can say is that chemo is some tough stuff! Yesterday was the first day since treatment that I actually was up and about. Mike and Loretta took all our kids to the movies so Dan and I actually went and did some Christmas shopping. It felt so good to see the outside world if only for a little bit.
Thanksgiving was very nice. I slept most of the day but Dan did an incredible job of making the day special for the kids. We had a great dinner. Dan played football with the kids and even took them for a nice walk in the woods. It was different and we certainly missed our usual Thanksgiving guests.
I think that most all of my hair has fallen out by now. Yesterday my goal was to get dressed, put on makeup and my wig. Well... I got as far as the wig and realized that I am not sure if this wig thing is for me.. I feel like I am getting dressed up for Halloween. ( That's what I get for wearing all those wigs to Deb and Kens parties) I feel much more comfortable in a bandana and hat. Oh well!

Feeling kind of yucky today but not enough to keep me down. Looking forward to spending tomorrow with Dan and the kids..
Just wanted to wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving! Eat, enjoy and hug your loved ones a little tighter..

2 down- 6 to go!

Made it to treatment today and everything went great. All my "Numbers" are great. Met with the oncologist (Dr. Dickler) before we went down to the "Chemo Suite". My hair has started falling out so I guess that it is time to cut it off! That is if I can stay awake long enough. I will touch base with you all at the end of the week when I start coming around again.. Just feeling sleepy...very, very sleepy.

Another Good Day

Feeling really good and getting things done before I get my next Chemo which is scheduled for Monday at 8:45. Dan is taking me in and we are meeting with the oncologist before the actual treatment.. Kind of anxious as I now know what is coming...
Anyway, I met with my hairdresser and the owner of the shop and actually picked up my wig. I think it looks good. Not real anxious to wear it. Tonight I tried it on for the kids. If nothing else, we will all have a good laugh! As you can see, blondes really do have more fun!(That's Travis, not me!)

11/18/08

Today was a tough day. I finally made it back to work after my first round of chemo last Monday. I have to say that I have never felt as loved as I have today. The people that I work with are just incredible. Needless to say, today was also my last day of work for some time.I have finally reached the realization that I can not fight this battle and continue to work. The time has come for me to shift my focus onto myself. This is a hard one for me.
On the other hand, I must say that my neighbors have been just as amazing. Dinner has been delivered to our door almost every night since this whole thing started with such concern and sincerity. Family dinnertime has always been really important to us but without them, this would have been just one more thing that was put on the back burner!
THANK YOU ALL FOR EVERYTHING!!