Other options..

Yesterday I was off to Sloan once again. I had an appointment with the plastic surgeon and then an MRI. The plastic surgeon seems to think that I should have my first surgery, than radiation then the "exchange surgery" six months after I finish radiation.....His logic is that radiation should not be put off by completing two surgeries and than the healing process. I keep asking myself how long is this going to drag out? After much thought, I have come to realize once again that if anyone is capable of killing and getting rid of this cancer it is the doctors at Sloan so, I need to do what is right and not just try to rush through this.. The final layout of treatment will be determined on March 9th when I meet with the cancer surgeon and oncologist.
I woke up this morning in a much healthier frame of mind and decided that I needed to focus on getting healthy for surgery and not on the time factor. Saying that, I did my morning Yoga ( to the best of my ability) with Wai Lana on TV. I must admit, this is quite a sight! After the kids got off to school, I went for a walk. It felt great to get outside in the cool fresh air. Then...... I came home and crashed!
I will keep you posted..

Phase 1 COMPLETE!!

It is hard to believe that 4 months has passed and I am OFFICIALLY DONE WITH CHEMO!!

I did it! We did it!! Treatment went well yesterday and I was never so happy to get the h--- out NYC as I was yesterday.

Thought that I would give you all a good chuckle and show you what I really look like.... Hairless...plump.... and VERY HAPPY!! My girlfriend Loretta had the t-shirt made for me..Everyone at Memorial loved it..as well as me..

Surgery has been changed to March 20th. In the meantime, I need to start getting into fighting shape for the next phase... (My famous last words!) We will see how that goes..

Thanks for all your support, we are a third of the way there!

Almost There

It seems as if time is passing so quickly since my last post. Treatment on Monday went well, however, I am feeling more fallout from this new medicine. I have once again gone into my slumber and have even felt nauseous at times.. Anyway,,, ONE MORE TO GO!!!

On a lighter note.. Dan and I were able to make it to our friends sons wedding on Saturday night. We had a wonderful time and laughed like we haven't in months. I got up the nerve to wear my wig (which by the way I still hate) but had to wear a hat over it.. Thought you might enjoy that picture...

Also, Dan celebrated his 46th birthday on Monday. WOW. The kids baked and decorated his cake and I managed to make it to the table for that one. I promised Dan a round of drinks for both of us when this is over..

Thinking of you all as always!!

We're getting there!

All is going along. Had a really great visit with my family. On Monday I went for treatment. Unfortunately, I had an allergic reaction to the medicine. That experience was interesting to say the least. Anyway, they were able to give me the rest of the medicine after some time. (Thank God).My biggest fear is that they wouldn't be able to give me the meds. My body is starting to feel achy which is one of the side affects and of coarse, I am requiring a lot of sleep. My spirits are up and each new day is one step closer to being done with this whole mess. Thinking of you all... The kids are all doing well. Back into the swing of school.
To all my friends at Eagleswood.. hang in there, monitoring will be over with in a matter of days!

LIfe Is Good

Feeling good and looking forward to the weekend. My parents,Greg ( my oldest brother) and my sister are coming down. (Kim is going to take me to the city on Monday and Tuesday) I am really looking forward to spending time with all of them.
I was able to enjoy a nice visit with Maryanne N. the other night and have seen quite a few of the neighbors. I think that it does me good to spend time with friends.
The snow is finally falling. They say it is just a dusting but, I will take whatever.
Hope that you all have a wonderful 3 day weekend. I will keep you posted!

T.G.I.F

Everything is going as planned. The new treatment went well besides the fact that we left for the city a 7 am and didn't get home until 7:30 pm. Thank God for Aunt Mary who once again pulled through and was able to pick up the kids and watch them until we got home.
I saw the doctor on Monday and she says everything is going as anticipated. She even said that she thought we would get even more positive results from this new medicine. This new stuff is a much longer treatment. I was in the chair for 4 hours which I must say, I slept through. I no longer have any of the nausea, but get VERY tired from it. I didn't think that it was possible for that to happen.
Deb was a real trooper once again and took me back on Tuesday for my shot. As much as I hate having to go back the second day, I really enjoy spending the time with her without having any interuptions! Thanks Deb.

I spoke with the surgeon today and my surgery has been set for March 13th.. WOW!!! I know that I have a long road still to travel but I can't wait for the Chemo to be over and for some hair to start growing back..After the surgery I will need 4 to 5 weeks of radiation. That shouldn't be to bad and I will have that done out of Monmouth Medical with the Sloan Doctors as traveling to the city every day for that would just be to much...

Anyway, TGIF to all of you. I can't tell you how much I used to look forward to the weekends. I still do, as we can all be home together. However, I will say something that I never thought I would say...... I look forward to getting back to work!

Enjoy the weekend.... BRING ON THE SNOW!!

All Good Things in 2009

Happy New Year to All!
Things are finally settling down at the Moore house. We all had a wonderful Christmas filled with family and friends. I did remarkably well after my last treatment. I think with all the holiday excitement and my sister and niece taking me, I actually did not go into my "golden slumber".
All my family arrived by Christmas afternoon, which was really a treat. The only member missing from my siblings was my younger brother and his family. Hopefully, we will get together soon. Mary and Kathy are coming over this Saturday. We are all very excited about being able to spend some more time with them.
Monday is back to the city for my 4th treatment. This is when they are changing my medicine. This medicine shouldn't cause nausea, but may bring bone and joint pain as well as tingling in the hands and feet. We will see.
I can't tell you all enough how great it makes me feel to sit and talk with you, read your emails and just know that you are praying for me. You all are keeping me going! This battle really stinks... but I know in the end, we will all have much to laugh and smile about...
May all the good things that you wish and dream for come to you in 2009!
I love you all.