June 11, 2009

Wanted to let you know, today I had chemo and met with the Dr.
what a great day it was........
when you hear the work 'miraculous' in terms of a tumor; i can not express that excitement and satisfaction!
The tumor in my right lung seems to have disappeared! or too small to see at this time....
i have three small ones in the left, that are still there, but they are small....
one seems to be slowly growing, he said he will look at it closer next month
and make some decisions about the chemo, and if we need to target that one in particular.........
he was very happy with everything, including the blood work once again.....
the encouragement and positive words were so good to hear..
he answered a few questions for me, and i feel better for asking them!! :)!
there are times, you really don't want to ask, in fear of the answers....
but................ so re-assuring!

i had written a few days ago, but not sure what happened.......
it is out there in 'cyber-space' confusing those bloggers who have no idea who i am or what i was talking about......
:)
thank you for your prayers, and thoughts!
the word 'miraculous' would not have been 'said' or 'happened', without you!
THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!

kim :)!

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Hi everyone......
once again, I apologize for not posting more often....
Been keeping busy, and resting, as well.
Still feel very fatigued, but that is expected!
Tomorrow, I go to Mayo, have my blood tested, and
will have my next treatment.

We celebrated Bella's second birthday here last month. She was thrilled
and had a great time.......
also been tending to the pool and yard . (never ending fun!)

Last weekend, Bill and I met Dan and Tracy at
Ed and Arlys' for a weekend of fishing......
the weather was not real cooperative, however, we did have a great time, and came home with fish!
hope this finds you all well, again THANKS for all of your notes, calls,
thoughts and prayers!
will keep you posted!

May 18th

Once again, spent the day at Mayo and saw my doctor.
I am doing so well, my blood work is good, and oxygen is good, as well.
The tumors are still there, but don't seem to be getting bigger, he feels they could be 'dormant' for the time being.
He asked me how I felt my quality of life was???
(wondering if we should take a chemo break)...
I told him, that other than fatigue and sore body, I really thought
I am doing well, and would like to continue the chemo treatments until
my body lets me know it is time for a 'break'.....
so, tomorrow, I will have my 8th treatment.
I am so thankful, for the support I have gotten from all
of my family, friends and doctor...... what a difference it makes in my
life!
THANK YOU ALL!

MAY 4TH

May 4,

Hi family and friends!
I wanted to give you an up-date, and let you know that
I am doing well, and for the most part, feeling good!
Still get very fatigued, but i am getting used to that
aspect of my treatment! I have no problem sitting and falling asleep!
;) !!

Been doing my walking, more and more, outside; as the weather permits!
which is nice!

My next appointment with the Dr. is on May 18th. I then have an
appointment on May 19th for Chemotherapy.
Will give you an update then.
I hope this finds you doing well.
Happy MOTHER'S DAY! TO ALL OF MY c0-moms!
as always, THANK YOU all for the prayers, cards, calls and positive thoughts...
means so much!
:)

APRIL 17

Family and Friends!

Didn't see Dr. Creagen, but one of his associates.

The ct scan did show a few spots where the tumors are,

and seems one may have disappeared.

The decision to go ahead with chemo was made, and

so we will find out next month, if i will continue or

take a break...... and let the body heal.....

I am 'up for the continued' fight, and looking forward to what

next month will bring!

Thank you all for the prayers, cards, calls and healing thoughts...

they sure help me!

:)

HAPPY EASTER!!!

HAPPY EASTER!!!!

I know it has been too long since I wrote, but don't know where the time goes.

I am doing right now; this last chemo has taken me for a 'loop!'..

I have felt very fatigued, and just worn out. But am doing much better now!

I go back to Mayo next Thursday, the 16th, and will have a variety of tests, including cat scan, blood, xrays, and etc......

from the tests, Dr. Creagan will determine the next course of action, whether I have chemo or take a break.

I will return to Mayo on Friday, the 17th to see what the plan is.

As always, I appreciate all of the cards, thoughts and prayers...

it means so much!

Bill and I hope you have a wonderful Blessed Easter!

Thanks, again!

Hi friends and family!

As the doctor told me today,I have "hit a home run"!!!!
news was so good...... the chest xray showed NO tumors!

I had my chemo treatment, and will return in april for
a cat scan and will determine then; what they see, and, if and when
I will take a break to let the body heal before more chemo treatments!
The treatments recently have left me tired most of the time, but
have been able to sleep, and I am sure, helps me in many ways!

I am very Blessed to have all of your thoughts, prayers and words
of encouragement!
Thank you so much.... you can not imagine how it makes me feel!
stay in touch!
:)