4 months

Does the shirt look familiar? 4 months ago, I was wearing this shirt to celebrate the end of chemo. Now we're celebrating the end of radiation. It's amazing what has transpired in just 4 months.... new boobs, hair... and a much better outlook on this whole thing.

Friday was my last "blast". I am so happy that I was able to make it through without having to stop to give my skin a break. I am burned pretty bad, but it doesn't hurt and am putting special cream on it to help it heal.

My trip to Dana-Farber is set for the 16th. I am excited and anxious all at the same time. Who ould have ever thought that I would be a jet setter? After Dana-Farber, I have a check-up at Sloan on the 18th. I had blood work done yesterday and should have the results sometime next week. I am confident that everything will be fine but am still holding my breath. We have plans for a fun weekend.. Tomorrow we are going to Pocono for the Nascar race...Lots of fun and a big party..

Enjoy the sun and I will update when I get my blood results!

No Go!

The trip to Boston was scrapped due to the weather. I will have to call Dana-Farber and reschedule. I will keep you posted!

Getting Ready

When one thing ends another begins. This is my last week of radiation. Everything has gone remarkably well. I am definitely burned but that is exactly what was supposed to happen. I have been busy talking to Angel Flights and getting everything in order for my first voyage to Boston. Thursday morning Dan and I will be on our way.. The anxiety is building quickly but I am sure this will soon become routine also... Keep praying and hopefully I will have some funny stories to tell about this next step in my journey..

Half Way There

I am officially half way through radiation. Hurray! Although my skin is beginning to look slightly red, I still do not feel it.
June 4th is my appointment at Dana-Farber in Boston. For those of you that I haven't spoke to, let me catch you up to date. Both of my doctors at Sloan want me to participate in a clinical study at Dana-Farber which is located in Boston. My doctors consider this coarse of treatment and being proactive. What the study is in detail I will find out then. I have spoken in depth with a woman from Point Pleasant who had pretty much the exact same case scenario as me. She had all her main treatment at Sloan and then participated in this study at Dana-Farber. She had wonderful things to say and feel that this study helped play a vital part in her being cancer free. With this said, I have been really busy trying to get all my records and films up there. I have also been in contact with Corporate Angels which is an volunteer organization that works in conjunction with the airlines and corporations to get patients up and back to appointments at no cost. Who would have ever thought that I would be a jet setter! Anyone wanting to go with me, the invitation is open!
The Moore household is finally getting back to some normalcy. I feel good and have once again started cooking!. The meals from all my neighbors have stopped. All good things must come to an end. I don't know what we would have done without all their help when we were going through the toughest of times!
I was fortunate enough to go to a baby shower at work the other day. (Roseann, you look adorable.) Deb picked me up and Anne brought me home. It was so incredibly WONDERFUL to see everyone.. It felt so good being there and I really look forward to getting back to work.
Dan and the kids are all doing well and anxious for summer to be here as we all are.
Guess that is enough for now.. Keep the prayers coming!

Relax

Relaxation was the name of the game today. After my radiation treatment ( which is going right along) it was off to the spa. Monmouth Medical along with the Monmouth Women's Coalition offered a free day at the spa in Long Branch. What a day is was! It started off with a pedicure, followed by a manicure and facial. After that it was lunch with a nutritionist, make-up class and ended with yoga. (NO, I did not do any headstands!) It was incredibly relaxing and good for my mental health, as the weather is not helping in that area. I feel good and my hands and feet look great.. Where is that sun anyway?

Radiation

Today was my first day of radiation. What a pleasant surprise.... no needles, no noises and just a few short minutes. It is hard to believe that for the first time, it was painless. I know that it won't always be like this, but I am thankful for whatever I get. I will be going every day Monday-Friday for 6 weeks....The doctor says I will skate by the first couple weeks but than will get what looks like a burn and fatigue. Doesn't sound to bad. Hopefully I am right..I will let you know.

Tatoos

I am officially "tattooed". Yesterday was my initial visit to the radiation oncologist. Another long day but good one, I am all set and ready to go. They made a mold for me to lay on and tattooed me for the machine. On Friday I have to go back for an x-ray and radiation starts on Monday. I will be going everyday, Monday-Friday for 5 1/2 to 6 1/2 weeks. Seems like a long time but I am sure this will go quickly. The actual treatment only lasts about 10 minutes if that. It will take me longer to get there and back.
I am feeling much better since the sun has made an appearance and my mobility is getting there. I can now get both hands over my head although it is still not comfortable. Everyday is another day stronger and closer to normalcy.
The kids went back to school yesterday with quite a few mumbles..I just keep telling them that this is the final push and summer will be here before long. Dan is good. He is back working at the waterfront, so his days are long. Hopefully that won't last to long.
Hope everything is going well with all of you. Keep on praying and I hope to see you all sometime soon.