Today I completed 6 rounds of chemo! (18 treatments in my schedule--every 3 treatments is a round, then I get a week off) I am scheduled for chemo thru January 13 for now.
I saw my oncologist this morning as well. Things are going well. The tumor in my breast is continuing to show softening and shrinkage in the physical exam! PRAISE GOD!!
I also asked her if I should be worried about feeling so good while going thru chemo. She said "NO!" She said that we are attacking the disease in my body and I should be feeling better. The cancer has been using my energy to grow and now that the cancer is shrinking, I'm able to gain energy back! :-)
I scheduled my next 2 visits with her in September and November as well as my next MUGA scan and a PET scan in late October. Otherwise, I'll be continuing the same chemo regimen.
I had a new nurse today and was in a "private" room, so I didn't run into anyone I usually see. Jeff wasn't able to go today, so I got a lot of old emails read, listened to CD's and paid bills while sitting in my little room. I always take things to get done because it definitely helps the time to pass by. I don't care to just sit and read during the day.....it makes me sleepy. I like to utilize my "alone" time without kids to knock out tasks that are almost impossible to get done at home!
Just want to say THANK YOU again to my "readers" that are my prayer warriors. I appreciate so much your thoughts, cards, prayers, calls, etc. We are continuing down this road and so far the journey has not been what I expected. I thank God everyday that I feel good for what I'm going thru and that I can take care of my family and only have to ask for help with the kids on chemo days at this point. That is a wonderful blessing!
I hope you are uplifted knowing that God is always good. He has plans for us that we can not imagine! We must let him take control and guide us. He did not give me cancer, it just happened, but He knew I would have it and He is helping me utilize it for good things.
I think one thing I have learned is that God wanted me to know how many friends I have and that people are loving and kind. I also think he wanted to teach me that I have to learn that I can depend on others (they can be capable!) and not always be the control freak I seem to be about all the minor details of my life. I truly believe in the power of prayer and that He answers each and every prayer we pray in faith. His answers may not match the ones we want, but we have to continue to ask in faith.
God bless all of you! And AMY S. - you rock!! Thanks so much for taking care of Brandon on this long, long day! He seemed to have had a great time with your boys and dog. He definitely needed to get out of the house and have a new "scene". I appreciate your help so very, very much! Hugs to you!!!
4 comments:
Praise God! So great to hear about your energy and the dr's prognosis. Still praying ...
Jenny you look really, really incredible! I can look at that beautiful, smiling face and it reflects the love of the Lord. It is so wonderful to hear that things are going to well!
Hugs to you, Jenny! I'm so grateful and encouraged about how things are going for you. Thanks so much for keeping us up to date. It helps me know what to thank God for and what to specifically pray for.
Fantastic news! I'm so glad you are feeling great... and the picture is awesome- to see your joy overwhelms me. Love ya.
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