My head is spinning with so much to write. Sorry if this post is a bit random because of that. I know I need to write thank you notes and respond to many blog comments and letters. I will try to do that soon. I don’t feel like I’m doing much, but yet the days go by fast.
Well, it happened. I was in public today without a wig or hat on. It was workout. No makeup or a hat. I’m living the life! 🙂
I’ve decided I hate working out with a hat on. So there. Off it came. My friends are amazing and it didn’t phase them a bit (love them!!) My friend’s sweet 4 year old told her mom, “Look, she went out without her hair on today.” And then went back to playing. How cute is that? Another friend’s two little boys took a few minutes to process it, but then went on to playing. Life continues to just go on the same as it did before, even without my hair going with it.
No plans to go anywhere else without a hat for now. But at least I am past that first hurdle.
I am truly amazed at my body right now. I of course have no idea what is going on inside of it and if the chemo is working, but I’m feeling good. Never in a million years did I think I would be at workout, and not only there, but able to complete it. My energy is not 100% and I am dealing with some side effects. But that fact that I can be part of our 11 year old’s birthday party, take care of the laundry, drive our kids to the store to buy candy canes . . . well it just leaves me in awe and very thankful.
I’m thankful the extra help from Tom and from friends as I get tired easily, but am so glad I can do somethings and am not sick in bed all the time right now. This round of chemo hit me harder in the beginning, but this second week I seem to have bounced back faster. 🙂
As we look ahead to this week, please pray for Tom as he’s working Sunday – Tuesday. The girls and I will have extra help from family and friends while he’s working. I’m not sure how much help I’ll actually need. But when my body is done, it hits me all of a sudden without any warning. So I’m thankful for the help, even if we just get to hang out and have fun!
Tom also went to the Dr. for his foot and it turns out he has a stress fracture in it and is now sporting a lovely air cast. He can take it off to drive (yay!), shower, sleep, etc. But he’ll be moving a bit slower the next 4-6 weeks because of it.
Tuesday – labs and oncology appointment
Wed. – Chemo
Thursday – White blood cell booster shot
Psalm 136:1 – Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good. His love endures forever.
Hi – nope, didn’t seem random to me 🙂 loved reading every minute! Glad Tom’s stress fracture is being treated…will be praying for him “at work” (of course, he’s at work when he’s at home too!), and for all of you, especially Tuesday-Thursday for you ♥
Thanks friend! 🙂
I am proud of you and your willingness to try. I worried more about other people than I did about myself. even if someone came to the house I would ask if they would mind if I took my scarf off. guess what they don’t care, they see you not your bald head. i was the one who was was worried. I felt the same about what was going on inside my body I kept thinking and telling my sister and friend who both had breast cancer but only radiation how can this be working if I can function. Drugs today are amazing and trust me they are working. by the middle of chemo my tumors had shrunk or 50% and I didn’t even feel it. Imagine all the things that go through our minds with cancer. I love you Jen and I am very pleased to know such an amazing and strong woman. Stay strong and Positive. you have my love and prayers.
I think that way too. I’m not the one that has to look at my bald (or almost bald) head. I asked before I took it off. 🙂 I’m very curious to hear what the oncologist says on Tuesday. I think he will measure the tumors and I would guess my blood work will include the cancer antigen test, but I really have no idea.
You are amazing! God is even more amazing! Thankful with you that you are able to still do some daily activities with your family and that you are feeling reasonably well. Continuing to pray….
Me too. Thanks Shanna. 🙂 (You are up early!)
You are such a positive person. Your faith is so very strong,such a great thing. Iam so happy to hear that you are still doing some of the things you like to do. You take care. PSALM 105 Your word is a lamp for my feet and a light for my path. God Bless you sweet Jennifer.
Thank you. 🙂
Your faith encourages me!!! I am glad you have so many people that love you and are on this journey with you. God’s love for you is bigger than this cancer. Keep drawing on His strength. God and you make quite a team! God bless you and your family. Hugs Marcia
Oh thank you Marcia. 🙂
Workout–go girl. Helping your body stay strong and surrounding yourself with friends. Hats and workout are not a good choice–too sweaty–good choice. Praying for your Tom and healing.
Yep. No to the hat, at least for yesterday. We’ll see how I feel next time. Looking forward to spending time with you this afternoon!