I went to the Town Center Mall yesterday for the first time in at least 10 weeks to buy a pair of jeans (or two) that fit my smaller body. I'm tired wearing baggy pants. I'm only getting a few as I have no idea where my weight will be when my treatments are completed. This cold weather is requiring me to wear long pants, sweaters and socks.
Tomorrow I return to Houston and MD Anderson (that is why I bought the new jeans) for my third round of Chemo. I have been feeling terrific for the past week, but not so today. Am I nervous about returning? When I had my blood work done today all my important numbers had gone down (not a good thing). That has never happened to me before. Once my blood started to recover my numbers continued to climb until chemo. My Research Study Nurse, Jennie, said this is perfectly normal and that I shouldn't worry. Easier said than done, as I cannot take the Chemo if my numbers (white blood cells and platelets) are too low. Should I go to bed or run a marathon? I asked Jennie. "No," she said. "There is nothing you can do so DON'T WORRY." I was on my way to having a depressing day but friends galore called or came over to wish me well. My spirits stayed high!
One good thing about going back to Houston is that I get to see my friends, the Ogles, again. Another good thing - my friend Jaynie got me upgraded to First Class again so my exposure to germs will be lessened.
Oh, my amazing friends. They continue to amaze me!
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Hang in there, Being with Sue Ogle will be a wonderful blessing. Barb Hoffman
ReplyDeleteJune
ReplyDeleteYou're absolutely amazing. Your strength reminds me why I've always admired you. My family and I will keep you in our prayers because prayer changes things.
Carolyn Donaldson :)
June,
ReplyDeleteIt was great to sepnd some time with you while you were in Boca. Jeff enjoyed the phone conversation. We wish you well on this leg of your treatment. You are in our prayers and we are ready for repairs! Jeff and Jeanie
Hi June,
ReplyDeleteJack and I are counting the time when we will be back in Boca to visit with your smiling face and fantastic personality. Our prayers are with you as you go thru this current round of chemo. Hopefully it is not as bad as the last round. We wish you lots of love and prayers.
Jack and Ann
Hi June,
ReplyDeleteWell, you LOOK great :-) !!!
I'm envious of that smaller jeans size !!!
I will come next month to stay with you for a few days after you come back from Houston.
You are always in my prayers and you have a candle a week in St. Leo's.
Love, Maria
Good luck in Houston with this round. My brother was diagnosed with the disease last year and is doing great after chemo and surgery and just got a great PetScan result. I will pray the same for you.... Stay positive and focused. You are good at both. All of my best
ReplyDeleteFelicia Goldstein