Another chemo is done and it was again, uneventful. I slept most of the time as I was very tired and a bit achy today. I also took a couple small naps today and laid down until the kids got home from school.
There was not much new news at my Dr. appointment yesterday. The tumor seemed about the same size. After Tom and I coordinate a couple calendar items, I can call the breast surgeon and get that appointment set up to talk about surgery. We are hoping to schedule surgery the week after Spring Break (April 11- 15). I also have an appointment on March 25th to hear the results of my pet scan which should be done a few days prior to that.
After surgery and possible radiation, it looks like I will be getting a shot every three months to shut down my ovaries. That, along with a pill, will stop the production of estrogen in my body, which feeds the cancer. So here comes menopause. Yay! We are leaning toward this option instead of surgery. Neither one is better than the other as far as prolonging my life.
In other news . . .
Tom is back from a week long trip to Fort Collins, Colorado where helped kick off new restaurant training. He said is was a good week, but we are very glad to have him back home!
While he was gone, Sarah, Marcia, Christy and Aunt Patti (and Uncle Chuck) took very good care of us. Extra meals were brought by Christina, Patty and Jenae so that was one less thing to worry about. Amanda, Chris and Dorothy came and cleaned our home again on Monday. We are vey well taken care of. What an amazing community of friends I have who are willing to help us during this difficult time!
As you pray for our family, please pray for:
- The week to go by fast. I’m ready to be done!!
- I’m starting to wonder what next month will be like after chemo is over. Please pray I will continue to live one day at a time and not worry about that!
- Tom as he balances his job and taking care of us at home.
So much to be thankful for . . .
We’re so excited that you’re almost done with chemo!! Soon we will be praying that you can regain your energy before surgery. We have loved becoming more closely attached to you and the girls, and we hold you up daily before the Lord. Thanks so much for keeping everyone informed about how you’re doing. HANG IN THERE, and focus on the blessings of each new day with your precious family.
Thank you Judy. 🙂
Great news, especially that the treatment was uneventful with a cooperative port. Praying for you daily and that your rest will refresh you. Girls are doing great and you have succeeded so well in keeping their life normal and letting them be involved in all the activities they love. Happy Stacking this weekend. We love you all.
We are so glad this hasn’t disrupted their lives too much, although our oldest keeps asking Tom how I’m doing multiple times a day, so we’re not quite sure what’s going on in her mind. 🙁
Praying for you and your family as always, but I want to say a big “God bless all your wonderful friends”
Thanks Patty.
Jennifer, Glen and Nancy Henderson shared your story in our small group Bible study. Your courage and reliance on our God encourages us. It’s good to know that God is your Provider, Battle Fighter, Healer, Ever Present Help, Good Shepherd, Strength,Giver of Peace, and Friend. My husband and I pray for you and the family daily. Lovingly, Harland & Connie Graham, Elk Grove, CA.
Thank you for praying with us and for the encouragement!
Hello Jennifer!
So glad to hear that your port worked well and your chemo is coming to an end! Praying that you will be able to get a good rest before the next phase, and you can enjoy some family time. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers!! Hugs!! Karen
Dear Jennifer, so happy that the chemo is almost done and praying as your body regains strength. I love your wonderful honesty, your gift of sharing and your amazing trust in our Loving Lord. All of us who travel on the road with cancer understand the ‘what-if’ days. You are a wonderful encourager and are a blessing to all of us. No one wants to travel this road and yet you have made it a ministry that benefits so many. Take care Sweet Lady and know you are ever in our prayers and always in our hearts. Love and hugs, Patti
Jennifer, We are so happy that your chemo treatments are almost over. We will continue to pray for the things you mentioned as well as for physical, emotional, and spiritual strength in the days and weeks ahead. I am touched by the love and care of so many of your friends. What a blessing! God’s tender mercies in you life.
Love, Jan