Hi Everyone,
Sorry I'm so late with an update....here goes....
May 8th I had dinner with Jeff...it was really Great seeing him and catching up!!!
May 11th I had lunch with Shirl and Greg and we discussed my "Bucket List" and how it has changed since finding out I have Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.
May 12th I had dinner with Ed and Dottie and we played several hours of UNO...always a Great Time!!!
May 14th Sue V and I went to see The Avengers...We Both thought it was GREAT!
May 16th Jan and I surprised Marian and I met them for dessert. I hadn't seen Marian for a while and we were both really Happy to just SEE one another.
May 17th I spoke at the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Corporate Breakfast at the Hotel DuPont
May 18th United Way Days of Caring Event at the Ronald McDonald House. We prepared Dinner for 80 Residents that were staying at the Ronald McDonald House in Delaware
May 19th Volunteered at The Friends of the Ridley Township Public Library Book/DVD Sale with other Friends of the Ridley Township Public Library
May 22nd Diane and I went to see The Avengers...We Both thought it was GREAT!
May 25th Had lunch with Nona! Always a Treat!!!
May 25th Win, Barbara and I had Dinner together and Caught up!
May 26th through May 28th Dog/House sat for Win and Barbara
May 26th Walked 5K and raised funds for Kay's Kamp (week long camp for children with Cancer). It was held at St Andrew's School in Middletown...the campus made famous by the movie Dead Poet Society.
May 27th Caitlin, Carly, Ellen and I saw The Dictator and had dinner aftewards...another Smile for my Soul just to spend time with them!!!
May 30th Had dinner with Sue M...she asked me if I was able to go Tubing or go to a Water Park.
sorry this is out of order but
June 4th My Dr said a resounding NO to both because of the Port in my chest and the risk of infection if Delaware River water or questionably clean Water Park water were to enter the hole in my chest.
My Sister Jan and I kind of thought that was going to be his response going in but I wanted to ask to see what he would say.
June 3rd I attended Colleen's High School Graduation Party...I really had a Great Time!!!
I hope You are all Enjoying the Summer!!!
Take care God Bless and Be Well!!!
Mark
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
Monday, May 7, 2012
5/7
Hi Everyone,
Since I plan on writing once each weekend, my Sister Carol thought I should sum up what happened during the week that made it special.
Friday (April 27th) Susan and I had dinner at Fellini's in Newtown Square. We talked about a LOT of things. Some practical (kitchen ideas since I don't know about that stuff and my kitchen is being redone) and philosophical (my cancer and how it's affected me and others who've followed my journey) and many other topics.
Saturday (April 28th) Mike, Jan and Mike's Family celebrated Mike's Birthday (please see May 1). They went to Medieval Times in Lyndhurst NJ. The pictures looked Very Cool! I'm definitely going one day in the future.
Sunday (April 29th) I had lunch with Diane...we hadn't seen each other in over 7 months.
We also talked a LOT. She made Date and Pecan Bread which I shared with Jan and Mike.
Thanks Diane!!!
Monday (April 30th) I had a Bone Marrow Biopsy (please see May 7th for results). The Crop Protection Pests Softball Team played their first double header and I was able to watch one and a half games (then go out with some of them afterwards)...I had soda...which luckily is not a problem for me since as they so eloquently pointed out it will be three years before I will have the chance to have alcohol (6 months of Remission Chemotherapy and 30 months of Maintenance Chemotherapy). By the way they won both games so I'm not feeling like I'll be missed at all...hahahahaaha Congratulations Guys!!!
Tuesday (May 1st) Mike's Birthday...Happy Birthday Mike!!! It was a Nice Evening...
Mike's Parents and two Daughters (Madi and Tori) came over for cake! Carol, Al, Caitlin and Carly came over later that evening for cake!
Wednesday (May 2nd) I had lunch with Jess and Michelle from the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
I'm going to be speaking at a Corporate Breakfast at the Hotel DuPont on May 17th (5 minutes to 10 minutes about my journey thus far having been diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia...original diagnosis was Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia but there has been a name change since I was diagnosed).
The Light the Night Walk that takes place Saturday October 13th at Frawley Stadium raises money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
Thursday (May 3rd) Dinner with Al, Jane and Jane's Aunt...Great Time!!!
Friday (May 4th) Carol, Jan, Mike and I attended an Art Show in Lansdowne, PA.
Lisa's paintings were on display (and this time she had cards...a BIG HIT). We always Enjoy seeing her (and this time her Husband John) and showing our support.
Susan (please see April 27th), a friend from High School, and her Nephew were there.
Maura, a friend from High School, and her Husband were also there.
Saturday (May 5th) Jan, Mike and I watched the Kentucky Derby from 4p to 7 something pm...and my horse came in 9th! Hansen (the White Horse)....hahahaha...(I saw an article about this white horse in the April 11th New York Times and the picture is still burned in my brain).
Sunday (May 6th) I took my three Nieces to see The Lucky One and dinner at the Olive Garden.
Caitlin and Carly had already seen it but Ellen and I had not. It was nice of them to say they would see
it again so Ellen and I could see it. I have to admit I really Enjoyed it! and as I've mentioned before...my Soul was Smiling just being with them...Thanks God!
Monday (May 7th) Bone Marrow Biopsy Results were in and my Doctor said ZERO Leukemia Cells!!!
WONDERFUL WONDERFUL WONDERFUL!!! Thanks God!
Since I plan on writing once each weekend, my Sister Carol thought I should sum up what happened during the week that made it special.
Friday (April 27th) Susan and I had dinner at Fellini's in Newtown Square. We talked about a LOT of things. Some practical (kitchen ideas since I don't know about that stuff and my kitchen is being redone) and philosophical (my cancer and how it's affected me and others who've followed my journey) and many other topics.
Saturday (April 28th) Mike, Jan and Mike's Family celebrated Mike's Birthday (please see May 1). They went to Medieval Times in Lyndhurst NJ. The pictures looked Very Cool! I'm definitely going one day in the future.
Sunday (April 29th) I had lunch with Diane...we hadn't seen each other in over 7 months.
We also talked a LOT. She made Date and Pecan Bread which I shared with Jan and Mike.
Thanks Diane!!!
Monday (April 30th) I had a Bone Marrow Biopsy (please see May 7th for results). The Crop Protection Pests Softball Team played their first double header and I was able to watch one and a half games (then go out with some of them afterwards)...I had soda...which luckily is not a problem for me since as they so eloquently pointed out it will be three years before I will have the chance to have alcohol (6 months of Remission Chemotherapy and 30 months of Maintenance Chemotherapy). By the way they won both games so I'm not feeling like I'll be missed at all...hahahahaaha Congratulations Guys!!!
Tuesday (May 1st) Mike's Birthday...Happy Birthday Mike!!! It was a Nice Evening...
Mike's Parents and two Daughters (Madi and Tori) came over for cake! Carol, Al, Caitlin and Carly came over later that evening for cake!
Wednesday (May 2nd) I had lunch with Jess and Michelle from the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
I'm going to be speaking at a Corporate Breakfast at the Hotel DuPont on May 17th (5 minutes to 10 minutes about my journey thus far having been diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia...original diagnosis was Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia but there has been a name change since I was diagnosed).
The Light the Night Walk that takes place Saturday October 13th at Frawley Stadium raises money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
Thursday (May 3rd) Dinner with Al, Jane and Jane's Aunt...Great Time!!!
Friday (May 4th) Carol, Jan, Mike and I attended an Art Show in Lansdowne, PA.
Lisa's paintings were on display (and this time she had cards...a BIG HIT). We always Enjoy seeing her (and this time her Husband John) and showing our support.
Susan (please see April 27th), a friend from High School, and her Nephew were there.
Maura, a friend from High School, and her Husband were also there.
Saturday (May 5th) Jan, Mike and I watched the Kentucky Derby from 4p to 7 something pm...and my horse came in 9th! Hansen (the White Horse)....hahahaha...(I saw an article about this white horse in the April 11th New York Times and the picture is still burned in my brain).
Sunday (May 6th) I took my three Nieces to see The Lucky One and dinner at the Olive Garden.
Caitlin and Carly had already seen it but Ellen and I had not. It was nice of them to say they would see
it again so Ellen and I could see it. I have to admit I really Enjoyed it! and as I've mentioned before...my Soul was Smiling just being with them...Thanks God!
Monday (May 7th) Bone Marrow Biopsy Results were in and my Doctor said ZERO Leukemia Cells!!!
WONDERFUL WONDERFUL WONDERFUL!!! Thanks God!
Friday, April 27, 2012
4/28
Hi Everyone,
Since I plan on writing once each weekend, my Sister Carol thought I should sum up what happened during the week that made it special.
I apologize for not writing this last Sunday....
Monday Nona had her celebratory lunch for having worked 30 years with DuPont.
Congratulations Nona! I feel Blessed to even know you let alone call you my Friend.
Tuesday I went to see the Eye Doctor for my yearly check up.
I noticed a difference in my ability to see objects far away...and guess what?
I am now the proud owner of a pescription for Glasses!
Apparently, my vision has deteriorated rather rapidly from last year.
I want to clarify that my Eye Doctor was fully aware of my diagnosis/subsequent treatment for Leukemia. He said physically my eyes look fine and my vision for reading is really good...but my ability to see objects far away is NOT good. I will now join both my Sisters, my Brother-in-law, my Sister's Boyfriend and two of my three Nieces who all wear glasses and/or contacts to see objects far away.
Wednesday Carol and I had dinner at Widener University's School of Hospitality Management. It was the last dinner for this semester. We're both looking forward to next semester's dinners.
Thursday My Sisters and I attended the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Delaware's first ever Blood Cancer Conference at Clayton Hall on the U of D Campus. We learned a lot and we met Jessica and Michelle from the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Delaware who had kept track of my progress on the Christiana Hospital Care Page while I was going through Remission Chemotherapy.
Friday Jan, Mike and I went to the movies. We saw Chimpanzees and we all liked it...
Saturday I marked the Entrances/Exits of Ridley Creek State Park to the Start/Finish of the MS Walk-a-thon that was going to take place on Sunday. I was not part of the organizing committee, this year, but my Dad had Multiple Sclerosis and this organization is very important to me because of him.
In the evening my two Sisters, Mike and I went to Barb's Home for Game Night (this particular night was BINGO). Barb is a Nurse at Christiana Hospital that we all got to know when I was going through Remission Chemotherapy. We had a Blast! Thanks Barb!
Sunday I volunteered with setup at the MS Walk-a-thon from 6:30am to 10:30am. Bill and I "supervised" the setup of all the rest stops since Bill has a bad back and I'm not allowed to do any heavy lifting. It's H___ getting older and/or recoving from chemotherapy....sorry I had to vent a bit there...
I met my two Sisters, Mike and Carly at the Artists' Circle Art Show in Devon at 12p. Lisa, a friend from High School, is part of this Group and we try to go to as many Art Shows as possible if she is showing her work.
Take care Enjoy Your Weekend and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers
Since I plan on writing once each weekend, my Sister Carol thought I should sum up what happened during the week that made it special.
I apologize for not writing this last Sunday....
Monday Nona had her celebratory lunch for having worked 30 years with DuPont.
Congratulations Nona! I feel Blessed to even know you let alone call you my Friend.
Tuesday I went to see the Eye Doctor for my yearly check up.
I noticed a difference in my ability to see objects far away...and guess what?
I am now the proud owner of a pescription for Glasses!
Apparently, my vision has deteriorated rather rapidly from last year.
I want to clarify that my Eye Doctor was fully aware of my diagnosis/subsequent treatment for Leukemia. He said physically my eyes look fine and my vision for reading is really good...but my ability to see objects far away is NOT good. I will now join both my Sisters, my Brother-in-law, my Sister's Boyfriend and two of my three Nieces who all wear glasses and/or contacts to see objects far away.
Wednesday Carol and I had dinner at Widener University's School of Hospitality Management. It was the last dinner for this semester. We're both looking forward to next semester's dinners.
Thursday My Sisters and I attended the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Delaware's first ever Blood Cancer Conference at Clayton Hall on the U of D Campus. We learned a lot and we met Jessica and Michelle from the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Delaware who had kept track of my progress on the Christiana Hospital Care Page while I was going through Remission Chemotherapy.
Friday Jan, Mike and I went to the movies. We saw Chimpanzees and we all liked it...
Saturday I marked the Entrances/Exits of Ridley Creek State Park to the Start/Finish of the MS Walk-a-thon that was going to take place on Sunday. I was not part of the organizing committee, this year, but my Dad had Multiple Sclerosis and this organization is very important to me because of him.
In the evening my two Sisters, Mike and I went to Barb's Home for Game Night (this particular night was BINGO). Barb is a Nurse at Christiana Hospital that we all got to know when I was going through Remission Chemotherapy. We had a Blast! Thanks Barb!
Sunday I volunteered with setup at the MS Walk-a-thon from 6:30am to 10:30am. Bill and I "supervised" the setup of all the rest stops since Bill has a bad back and I'm not allowed to do any heavy lifting. It's H___ getting older and/or recoving from chemotherapy....sorry I had to vent a bit there...
I met my two Sisters, Mike and Carly at the Artists' Circle Art Show in Devon at 12p. Lisa, a friend from High School, is part of this Group and we try to go to as many Art Shows as possible if she is showing her work.
Take care Enjoy Your Weekend and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers
Monday, April 16, 2012
4/16
Hi Everyone,
Since I plan on writing once each weekend, my Sister Carol thought I should sum up what happened during the week that made it special.
Tuesday I met Eunice, Ed and Nona for lunch. I've seen Nona and Ed more than once recently but I had not seen Eunice in a very long time. The smiles flowed....
Wednesday Carol, Jan, Mike and I had dinner at Widener University's School of Hospitality Management. We had a really nice time just shooting the breeze while we ate dinner.
Thursday I took a Personal Day and took all three of my Nieces out to an early Dinner and a Movie (I still have to avoid large crowds so we went to a matinee).
All I can say is it made my Soul Smile being able to spend time with them...Thank You God!
Friday Dottie prepared home cooked Lasagna and Meatballs (and Banana Cream Pie for dessert). Dottie, Ed and I played UNO for THREE HOURS...we had a blast...hahahahaha
Saturday I proved, once again, that I am out of touch with my weakened body.
While Mike roto tilled his garden, I mowed his lawn using his riding mower. Later that night my back started hurting.
It took a heating pad and rest all day on Sunday for my back to feel somewhat normal again.
But I want to clarify...it was GREAT being out in the sun (although I was covered from head to toe with a long sleeve shirt, jeans, steel tipped boots and a hat to block the sun....hahahha).
Take care Enjoy Your Week and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers
Since I plan on writing once each weekend, my Sister Carol thought I should sum up what happened during the week that made it special.
Tuesday I met Eunice, Ed and Nona for lunch. I've seen Nona and Ed more than once recently but I had not seen Eunice in a very long time. The smiles flowed....
Wednesday Carol, Jan, Mike and I had dinner at Widener University's School of Hospitality Management. We had a really nice time just shooting the breeze while we ate dinner.
Thursday I took a Personal Day and took all three of my Nieces out to an early Dinner and a Movie (I still have to avoid large crowds so we went to a matinee).
All I can say is it made my Soul Smile being able to spend time with them...Thank You God!
Friday Dottie prepared home cooked Lasagna and Meatballs (and Banana Cream Pie for dessert). Dottie, Ed and I played UNO for THREE HOURS...we had a blast...hahahahaha
Saturday I proved, once again, that I am out of touch with my weakened body.
While Mike roto tilled his garden, I mowed his lawn using his riding mower. Later that night my back started hurting.
It took a heating pad and rest all day on Sunday for my back to feel somewhat normal again.
But I want to clarify...it was GREAT being out in the sun (although I was covered from head to toe with a long sleeve shirt, jeans, steel tipped boots and a hat to block the sun....hahahha).
Take care Enjoy Your Week and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers
Sunday, April 8, 2012
4/8
Hi Everyone,
Happy Easter!!!
Since I plan on writing once each weekend, my Sister Carol thought I should sum up what happened during the week that made it special.
Tuesday I met Jim, Michele and Mike at my Condo. Jim is a friend from High School. He'll be fixing my kitchen which I made unusable prior to my diagnosis of having Acute Lymphocyctic (now it's called Lymphoblastic) Leukemia.
Wednesday My Sister Carol and I had dinner at Widener University. The School of Hospitality Management Students run a restaurant and they prepare and serve dinner several Wednesdays during the semester.
Friday I had dinner with my Cousin Jim and his wife Dot.
Saturday I walked one hour and looked at dishwashers and microwave ovens (that have built-in vents and are installed over ovens) at the local appliance stores. It was my homework assignment from Jim.
Sunday I walked two hours....then...Carol Al Caitlin Carly and I had Easter Dinner at Cracker Barrel. I had my Favorite Cracker Barrel Entree....Spicy Catfish (it's not very spicy which is why I like it).
Take care Enjoy Your Week and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers
Happy Easter!!!
Since I plan on writing once each weekend, my Sister Carol thought I should sum up what happened during the week that made it special.
Tuesday I met Jim, Michele and Mike at my Condo. Jim is a friend from High School. He'll be fixing my kitchen which I made unusable prior to my diagnosis of having Acute Lymphocyctic (now it's called Lymphoblastic) Leukemia.
Wednesday My Sister Carol and I had dinner at Widener University. The School of Hospitality Management Students run a restaurant and they prepare and serve dinner several Wednesdays during the semester.
Friday I had dinner with my Cousin Jim and his wife Dot.
Saturday I walked one hour and looked at dishwashers and microwave ovens (that have built-in vents and are installed over ovens) at the local appliance stores. It was my homework assignment from Jim.
Sunday I walked two hours....then...Carol Al Caitlin Carly and I had Easter Dinner at Cracker Barrel. I had my Favorite Cracker Barrel Entree....Spicy Catfish (it's not very spicy which is why I like it).
Take care Enjoy Your Week and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers
Sunday, April 1, 2012
4/1
Hi Everyone,
Since I plan on writing once each weekend, my Sister Carol thought I should sum up what happened during the week that made it special.
Last Sunday I had dinner with my three Nieces at the local Olive Garden....it was Wonderful to take them to an actual restaurant. It was our first time having dinner in a restaurant since I started Remission Chemotherapy in September of 2011.
Wednesday My Sister Carol and I had dinner at Widener University. The School of Hospitality Management Students run a restaurant and they prepare and serve dinner several Wednesdays during the semester.
Friday I helped Jude-Anne and a number of other volunteers prepare dinner at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware then I met Ed and Dottie for dinner.
Saturday I didn't do much.
Sunday I walked two hours...which I really Enjoyed!!!
Take care Enjoy Your Week and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers
Since I plan on writing once each weekend, my Sister Carol thought I should sum up what happened during the week that made it special.
Last Sunday I had dinner with my three Nieces at the local Olive Garden....it was Wonderful to take them to an actual restaurant. It was our first time having dinner in a restaurant since I started Remission Chemotherapy in September of 2011.
Wednesday My Sister Carol and I had dinner at Widener University. The School of Hospitality Management Students run a restaurant and they prepare and serve dinner several Wednesdays during the semester.
Friday I helped Jude-Anne and a number of other volunteers prepare dinner at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware then I met Ed and Dottie for dinner.
Saturday I didn't do much.
Sunday I walked two hours...which I really Enjoyed!!!
Take care Enjoy Your Week and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
3/28
Hi Everyone,
I apologize that I have not been keeping up with this BLOG.
My Sister Carol and I have agreed that I will now post to it at least once a week.
Since my last post on 3/15 I've had a number of things happen.
3/12/12 I started Maintenance Chemotherapy. It consists of some IV Chemotherapy (Vincristine) and some pill form Chemotherapy (Methotrexate and Mercaptopurine) and Prednisone
3/16/12 I started working remotely...not full time but quite a few hours (I worked 30 hours last week and am on track to work 30 hours this week).
I've had lunch or dinner AT A RESTAURANT several times since I was given the okay by my Dr on 3/19/12. It's Wonderful to have that freedom after having eaten out (at a restaurant) once in six months.
and in case you haven't heard/seen me say/write it....I am so GRATEFUL to be here!!! Thank You God!
I hope to update this blog every weekend, as best I can so you can read about how my week went.
Take care and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
I apologize that I have not been keeping up with this BLOG.
My Sister Carol and I have agreed that I will now post to it at least once a week.
Since my last post on 3/15 I've had a number of things happen.
3/12/12 I started Maintenance Chemotherapy. It consists of some IV Chemotherapy (Vincristine) and some pill form Chemotherapy (Methotrexate and Mercaptopurine) and Prednisone
3/16/12 I started working remotely...not full time but quite a few hours (I worked 30 hours last week and am on track to work 30 hours this week).
I've had lunch or dinner AT A RESTAURANT several times since I was given the okay by my Dr on 3/19/12. It's Wonderful to have that freedom after having eaten out (at a restaurant) once in six months.
and in case you haven't heard/seen me say/write it....I am so GRATEFUL to be here!!! Thank You God!
I hope to update this blog every weekend, as best I can so you can read about how my week went.
Take care and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Thursday, March 15, 2012
3/15
Hi Everyone,
I spent part of the day regaining access to e-mail at work and sending notes to a few folks letting them know that I am returning to work tomorrow (Friday 3/16...part time).
I did not walk, today...sorry if I disappointed anyone.
Tomorrow, I hope to start the process of regaining access to systems, at work, that I will need to actually do work.
It will take a number of phone calls and e-mails but that's to be expected after having been away from work for 6 months.
I'm Thankful that I am able to return to DuPont and that I work for a company that has supported me during this very difficult time in my life...this could have gone a completely different direction.
Take care Enjoy Your Weekend and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
I spent part of the day regaining access to e-mail at work and sending notes to a few folks letting them know that I am returning to work tomorrow (Friday 3/16...part time).
I did not walk, today...sorry if I disappointed anyone.
Tomorrow, I hope to start the process of regaining access to systems, at work, that I will need to actually do work.
It will take a number of phone calls and e-mails but that's to be expected after having been away from work for 6 months.
I'm Thankful that I am able to return to DuPont and that I work for a company that has supported me during this very difficult time in my life...this could have gone a completely different direction.
Take care Enjoy Your Weekend and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
3/14
Hi Everyone,
I know I know...why isn't Mark doing the blog every day and why isn't he walking.
Well let me describe the last two days.
Tues
Dropped off some paperwork to the CPA who does my Taxes
Visited Library back home in PA to say hello to two Librarians I have not seen is over 6 months...It was Wonderful to Hug them....and I rented Puss in Boots (DVD) while I was there.
Had lunch with Joe (a friend from Condo complex where my Condo is)...we hadn't had lunch together in over 7 months
Joe put out the word I'd be home for the day so after lunch we spent almost 3 hours catching up with neighbors at the Condo complex.
Watched Puss in Boots DVD (I Enjoyed it!)
Met my buddy Len and we went out to dinner. I hadn't seen Len in over 9 months...He and his wife Paige had me over for dinner this past summer.
Wed
Detailed the interior of my Niece's car and my car and moved concrete decorative garden blocks with Mike. We didn't move any more than 20 blocks (each block probably weighed 10 pounds or so) but it was enough to remind me my arms are OUT OF SHAPE!!!
I'm feeling STRONGER and STRONGER EVERY DAY!
Thank You GOD!!!
Take care and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
I know I know...why isn't Mark doing the blog every day and why isn't he walking.
Well let me describe the last two days.
Tues
Dropped off some paperwork to the CPA who does my Taxes
Visited Library back home in PA to say hello to two Librarians I have not seen is over 6 months...It was Wonderful to Hug them....and I rented Puss in Boots (DVD) while I was there.
Had lunch with Joe (a friend from Condo complex where my Condo is)...we hadn't had lunch together in over 7 months
Joe put out the word I'd be home for the day so after lunch we spent almost 3 hours catching up with neighbors at the Condo complex.
Watched Puss in Boots DVD (I Enjoyed it!)
Met my buddy Len and we went out to dinner. I hadn't seen Len in over 9 months...He and his wife Paige had me over for dinner this past summer.
Wed
Detailed the interior of my Niece's car and my car and moved concrete decorative garden blocks with Mike. We didn't move any more than 20 blocks (each block probably weighed 10 pounds or so) but it was enough to remind me my arms are OUT OF SHAPE!!!
I'm feeling STRONGER and STRONGER EVERY DAY!
Thank You GOD!!!
Take care and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Monday, March 12, 2012
3/12
Hi Everyone,
Today, while seeing my Dr and his Nurse Practitioner, I started Maintenance Chemotherapy.
After seeing my Dr, I visited the Oncology Unit in Christiana Hospital and was able to speak to 7 of the Nurses who took care of me at one point or another while I was in the Hospital receiving Remission Chemotherapy. It was WONDERFUL to see them under these very very very different circumstances. I think they felt the same way.
I spent most of the day with Jan and Mike on Saturday.
I spent most of the day with Carol, Al, Caitlin and Carly on Sunday so I've been a bit lazy when it comes to the blog....I'm sorry.
I did not walk on Sat or Sun but I walked for 2 and 1/2 hours, today. Tomorrow, I hope to walk for an hour or so since I'm heading to PA to meet a friend for dinner after I do some errands. Thurs I hope to walk at least 2 hours. Fri I start work...yes...work. I've been blessed to work for a company that is allowing me to work remotely for the time being while I see the affects of Maintenance Chemotherapy. It's going to be a lot of phone calls to Information Technology (IT) to gain access to all the systems I've lost access to but it's to be expected since I haven't been working for 6 months.
Take care and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers
Today, while seeing my Dr and his Nurse Practitioner, I started Maintenance Chemotherapy.
After seeing my Dr, I visited the Oncology Unit in Christiana Hospital and was able to speak to 7 of the Nurses who took care of me at one point or another while I was in the Hospital receiving Remission Chemotherapy. It was WONDERFUL to see them under these very very very different circumstances. I think they felt the same way.
I spent most of the day with Jan and Mike on Saturday.
I spent most of the day with Carol, Al, Caitlin and Carly on Sunday so I've been a bit lazy when it comes to the blog....I'm sorry.
I did not walk on Sat or Sun but I walked for 2 and 1/2 hours, today. Tomorrow, I hope to walk for an hour or so since I'm heading to PA to meet a friend for dinner after I do some errands. Thurs I hope to walk at least 2 hours. Fri I start work...yes...work. I've been blessed to work for a company that is allowing me to work remotely for the time being while I see the affects of Maintenance Chemotherapy. It's going to be a lot of phone calls to Information Technology (IT) to gain access to all the systems I've lost access to but it's to be expected since I haven't been working for 6 months.
Take care and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers
Saturday, March 10, 2012
3/10
Hi Everyone,
I walked one hour, today. I'm hoping (depending on the temp/weather) to walk for 2 hours tomorrow.
I didn't walk yesterday so my momentum is a bit off right now.
I see my Dr on Monday so I'm not so sure I'll get a walk in but I hope to.
Enjoy Your Day! Enjoy Your Weekend! and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
I walked one hour, today. I'm hoping (depending on the temp/weather) to walk for 2 hours tomorrow.
I didn't walk yesterday so my momentum is a bit off right now.
I see my Dr on Monday so I'm not so sure I'll get a walk in but I hope to.
Enjoy Your Day! Enjoy Your Weekend! and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Friday, March 9, 2012
3/9
Hi Everyone,
I saw my Dr today and it was GOOD NEWS!
The Bone Marrow Biopsy he took after my 8th Round of Remission Chemotherapy shows ZERO Leukemia Cells!!! Thank You God!!!
I start Maintenance Chemotherapy tomorrow. Maintenance Chemotherapy will last 30 months....yes...30 months.
Enjoy Your Weekend!!! and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers...I'm Grateful...
I saw my Dr today and it was GOOD NEWS!
The Bone Marrow Biopsy he took after my 8th Round of Remission Chemotherapy shows ZERO Leukemia Cells!!! Thank You God!!!
I start Maintenance Chemotherapy tomorrow. Maintenance Chemotherapy will last 30 months....yes...30 months.
Enjoy Your Weekend!!! and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers...I'm Grateful...
Thursday, March 8, 2012
3/8
Hi Everyone,
I walked 2 hours yesterday and 2 hours today. That makes three days in a row I was able to walk 2 hours.
The last half hour of each 2 hour walk may not be pretty (I slow down quite a bit as time goes by) but I was able to walk 2 hours each day.
Tomorrow I see my Dr and get news on the Bone Marrow Biopsy that was taken after the 8th Round of Remission Chemotherapy.
Take care...Enjoy Your Weekend!...and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
I walked 2 hours yesterday and 2 hours today. That makes three days in a row I was able to walk 2 hours.
The last half hour of each 2 hour walk may not be pretty (I slow down quite a bit as time goes by) but I was able to walk 2 hours each day.
Tomorrow I see my Dr and get news on the Bone Marrow Biopsy that was taken after the 8th Round of Remission Chemotherapy.
Take care...Enjoy Your Weekend!...and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
3/6'
Hi Everyone,
I was able to walk 2 hours, today....I'm tired but that's okay.
This is my first 2 hour walk since early September 2011.
I see my Dr on Fri to discuss the results of the Bone Marrow Biopsy from the 8th Round of Remission Chemotherapy and my treatment from this stage forward. Hopefully, it will be all good news.
Keep Smiling and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
I was able to walk 2 hours, today....I'm tired but that's okay.
This is my first 2 hour walk since early September 2011.
I see my Dr on Fri to discuss the results of the Bone Marrow Biopsy from the 8th Round of Remission Chemotherapy and my treatment from this stage forward. Hopefully, it will be all good news.
Keep Smiling and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Monday, March 5, 2012
3/5
Hi Everyone,
I walked for one hour and 30 minutes again, today. I'm still waiting for that warm day before I try to walk 2 hours or more.
I hope you all have a Nice Week!...and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers
I walked for one hour and 30 minutes again, today. I'm still waiting for that warm day before I try to walk 2 hours or more.
I hope you all have a Nice Week!...and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers
Sunday, March 4, 2012
3/4
Hi Everyone,
I had hoped to walk 2 hours, today, but the wind and cold made me rethink that goal.
I walked 1 hour and 30 minutes but it wasn't a pleasant walk.
You see I have no eye lashes and no nasal hair so the cold wind makes my eyes water and my nose run.
I was constantly blotting my eyes and blowing my nose. It's kind of funny but annoying at the same time.
I also have no eye brows and just peach fuzz on my head....oh and no facial hair.
Chemotherapy sure does a number on all kinds of body systems...you have to respect it...especially when the reason it's being used is for good.
I hope to walk for 2 hours at least one day this coming week. If the weather is nice I know I can do it.
Take care and Thanks for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
I had hoped to walk 2 hours, today, but the wind and cold made me rethink that goal.
I walked 1 hour and 30 minutes but it wasn't a pleasant walk.
You see I have no eye lashes and no nasal hair so the cold wind makes my eyes water and my nose run.
I was constantly blotting my eyes and blowing my nose. It's kind of funny but annoying at the same time.
I also have no eye brows and just peach fuzz on my head....oh and no facial hair.
Chemotherapy sure does a number on all kinds of body systems...you have to respect it...especially when the reason it's being used is for good.
I hope to walk for 2 hours at least one day this coming week. If the weather is nice I know I can do it.
Take care and Thanks for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Saturday, March 3, 2012
3/3
Hi Everyone,
I walked 1 hour and 30 minutes, today.
If all goes well, tomorrow, I hope to walk for 2 hours.
My legs are DEFINITELY GETTING STRONGER!
Thank You God!!!
I hope you all have a Wonderful Weekend!!! and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
I walked 1 hour and 30 minutes, today.
If all goes well, tomorrow, I hope to walk for 2 hours.
My legs are DEFINITELY GETTING STRONGER!
Thank You God!!!
I hope you all have a Wonderful Weekend!!! and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Friday, March 2, 2012
3/2
Hi Everyone,
Home Solutions was here today to change the dressing on my Internal Jugular Line (the intravenous line I receive Chemotherapy through....located on my chest). Afterwards, I headed to DE for my Dr's appointment.
My numbers were good so my Dr did a Bone Marrow Biopsy. I will see him next Friday to get the results and to discuss the Chemotherapy Treatments I will receive going forward. I was able to walk 45 minutes this evening before Jan, Mike and I had dinner. After dinner, I had planned to finish the walk but it was drizzling.
Tomorrow I hope to walk an hour and 15 minutes to make up for today.
I hope you all have a Wonderful Weekend!!!...and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Home Solutions was here today to change the dressing on my Internal Jugular Line (the intravenous line I receive Chemotherapy through....located on my chest). Afterwards, I headed to DE for my Dr's appointment.
My numbers were good so my Dr did a Bone Marrow Biopsy. I will see him next Friday to get the results and to discuss the Chemotherapy Treatments I will receive going forward. I was able to walk 45 minutes this evening before Jan, Mike and I had dinner. After dinner, I had planned to finish the walk but it was drizzling.
Tomorrow I hope to walk an hour and 15 minutes to make up for today.
I hope you all have a Wonderful Weekend!!!...and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Thursday, March 1, 2012
3/1
Hi Everyone,
I walked for one hour, today.
So far this week I've been able to walk for one hour on Mon, Tues and Thur. If the weather was nice enough
on Wed I would have walked one hour that day as well.
I hope to walk for one hour tomorrow, Sat and Sun.
I can feel my legs getting stronger...and it's a nice feeling.
I see my Dr tomorrow afternoon and I hope my hemoglobin, platelets and white cells are within the range for him to do a Bone Marrow Biopsy.
Take care and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
I walked for one hour, today.
So far this week I've been able to walk for one hour on Mon, Tues and Thur. If the weather was nice enough
on Wed I would have walked one hour that day as well.
I hope to walk for one hour tomorrow, Sat and Sun.
I can feel my legs getting stronger...and it's a nice feeling.
I see my Dr tomorrow afternoon and I hope my hemoglobin, platelets and white cells are within the range for him to do a Bone Marrow Biopsy.
Take care and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
2/29
Hi Everyone,
Boy is it POURING in NJ. I'd really like to go for a walk but I don't think I have an umbrella that can
protect me from what's going on outside...hahahaha
I walked for one hour on Monday and one hour on Tuesday. I was hoping to walk for one hour each day this
week. My body mass and strength have been pretty hammered by the Chemotherapy and lack of exercise.
I see my Dr on Friday for what I hope is the Bone Marrow Biopsy associated with Round 8 of Remission Chemotherapy. If that BMB comes back ZERO (or pretty close to zero), we'll be ready to discuss the next phase of treatment....Maintenance Chemotherapy.
Enjoy Your Day! and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Boy is it POURING in NJ. I'd really like to go for a walk but I don't think I have an umbrella that can
protect me from what's going on outside...hahahaha
I walked for one hour on Monday and one hour on Tuesday. I was hoping to walk for one hour each day this
week. My body mass and strength have been pretty hammered by the Chemotherapy and lack of exercise.
I see my Dr on Friday for what I hope is the Bone Marrow Biopsy associated with Round 8 of Remission Chemotherapy. If that BMB comes back ZERO (or pretty close to zero), we'll be ready to discuss the next phase of treatment....Maintenance Chemotherapy.
Enjoy Your Day! and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Monday, February 27, 2012
2/27
Hi Everyone,
I saw my Dr, today. My Blood Work came back with normal Hemoglobin and Platelets Counts but my White Cells are lagging a bit.
I will see him again on Friday and the hope is the white cells will be up by then and he will be able to do a Bone Marrow Biopsy.
I ran into Alex, today, and he was kind enough to buy me lunch.
It was nice catching up with him....Thanks Alex!!!
I walked for one hour when I returned to NJ...and yes the nice weather really does make me want to be OUTSIDE (the normal Hemoglobin Count, I'm sure, had a lot to do with my ability to walk that long).
Take care Enjoy Your Evening and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
I saw my Dr, today. My Blood Work came back with normal Hemoglobin and Platelets Counts but my White Cells are lagging a bit.
I will see him again on Friday and the hope is the white cells will be up by then and he will be able to do a Bone Marrow Biopsy.
I ran into Alex, today, and he was kind enough to buy me lunch.
It was nice catching up with him....Thanks Alex!!!
I walked for one hour when I returned to NJ...and yes the nice weather really does make me want to be OUTSIDE (the normal Hemoglobin Count, I'm sure, had a lot to do with my ability to walk that long).
Take care Enjoy Your Evening and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Sunday, February 26, 2012
2/26
Hi Everyone,
I was feeling peppy until somewhere around 12p and I ended up taking a nap for a few hours.
Tomorrow I see my Dr. If my Hemoglobin, Platelets, and White Cells Counts are within the range he feels is acceptable, I will most likely receive a Bone Marrow Biopsy. Depending on this 8th Round of Remission Chemotherapy Bone Marrow Biopsy, we will discuss the Maintenance Chemotherapy that is the next step in the process...we won't discuss that tomorrow since he won't have the results of the Bone Marrow Biopsy for a few days.
I hope you all have a Nice Week this coming week!
Take care and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
I was feeling peppy until somewhere around 12p and I ended up taking a nap for a few hours.
Tomorrow I see my Dr. If my Hemoglobin, Platelets, and White Cells Counts are within the range he feels is acceptable, I will most likely receive a Bone Marrow Biopsy. Depending on this 8th Round of Remission Chemotherapy Bone Marrow Biopsy, we will discuss the Maintenance Chemotherapy that is the next step in the process...we won't discuss that tomorrow since he won't have the results of the Bone Marrow Biopsy for a few days.
I hope you all have a Nice Week this coming week!
Take care and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Friday, February 24, 2012
2/24
Hi Everyone,
Today, I was at the hospital most of the day (at the Ambulatory Infusion Area).
I received one bag of platelets and two bags of red blood cells.
I wish I could say the red blood cells put a spring back in my step but for some reason they don't affect me like they used to back in September and October. I do have more energy but I'm not doing cartwheels in the aisles...hahaha...
I hope You have a Wonderful Weekend!!! and Thank you for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Today, I was at the hospital most of the day (at the Ambulatory Infusion Area).
I received one bag of platelets and two bags of red blood cells.
I wish I could say the red blood cells put a spring back in my step but for some reason they don't affect me like they used to back in September and October. I do have more energy but I'm not doing cartwheels in the aisles...hahaha...
I hope You have a Wonderful Weekend!!! and Thank you for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Thursday, February 23, 2012
2/23
Hi Everyone,
I had blood work done today and saw one of the Dr s (my Dr is on vacation)
My Hemoglobin number came up but it's still borderline okay and my platelets were low.
Tomorrow, I go back to the Ambulatory Infusion Center in the hospital for platelets and packed red blood cells.
I slept a large part of 2/22...the chemo is still catching up to me. Today was better.
Take care Enjoy Your Weekend and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
I had blood work done today and saw one of the Dr s (my Dr is on vacation)
My Hemoglobin number came up but it's still borderline okay and my platelets were low.
Tomorrow, I go back to the Ambulatory Infusion Center in the hospital for platelets and packed red blood cells.
I slept a large part of 2/22...the chemo is still catching up to me. Today was better.
Take care Enjoy Your Weekend and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
2/21
Hi Everyone,
I was unable to post to this site until today because it required an updated search engine.
Google Chrome. Sorry.
Yesterday, 2/20, I had blood work done and my platelets and red cells were very low....chemo is supposed to do that but with me not being in the hospital (where antibiotics would be readily available) the Dr I saw (my Dr is on vacation and would have had to deal with this also) had to walk the tight rope. He didn't me to bleed uncontrollably if something unexpected happened...cut or fall (platelets) and how much energy do you have because your red cell count shows you should be sleeping all the time (red cells carry oxygen).
I received platelets from the Ambulatory Infusion Center in the Hospital yesterday.
Today, I received two units of packed red blood cells.
My next Dr appt is this Thurs
Take care...Enjoy your day and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
I was unable to post to this site until today because it required an updated search engine.
Google Chrome. Sorry.
Yesterday, 2/20, I had blood work done and my platelets and red cells were very low....chemo is supposed to do that but with me not being in the hospital (where antibiotics would be readily available) the Dr I saw (my Dr is on vacation and would have had to deal with this also) had to walk the tight rope. He didn't me to bleed uncontrollably if something unexpected happened...cut or fall (platelets) and how much energy do you have because your red cell count shows you should be sleeping all the time (red cells carry oxygen).
I received platelets from the Ambulatory Infusion Center in the Hospital yesterday.
Today, I received two units of packed red blood cells.
My next Dr appt is this Thurs
Take care...Enjoy your day and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Saturday, February 18, 2012
2/18
Hi Everyone,
Today was a listen to your body day. I was up for a little while in the morning but I ended up sleeping most of the day. I'm assuming the chemo I had last week hit and I was just not a to be up and about.
At this point I have completed Remission Chemotherapy!!!
The next phase is Maintenance Chemotherapy.
What that will involve is a mystery at this point. My Doctor and I have not discussed this new phase.
My next Dr appt is Monday for blood work.
Please Enjoy Your Weekend...and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Today was a listen to your body day. I was up for a little while in the morning but I ended up sleeping most of the day. I'm assuming the chemo I had last week hit and I was just not a to be up and about.
At this point I have completed Remission Chemotherapy!!!
The next phase is Maintenance Chemotherapy.
What that will involve is a mystery at this point. My Doctor and I have not discussed this new phase.
My next Dr appt is Monday for blood work.
Please Enjoy Your Weekend...and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Thursday, February 16, 2012
2/16
Hi Everyone,
Today has been a good day! I'm up and functioning well.
I have an appt tomorrow to see my Dr for an infusion in the Ommaya Resevoir (on my head) which my Sister Carol will drive me to/from. Thanks Carol!!!
The temperature outside felt reasonable a little while ago but there was a drizzle so I haven't taken a walk.
If all goes well I hope to take a walk some time, today.
Take care and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Today has been a good day! I'm up and functioning well.
I have an appt tomorrow to see my Dr for an infusion in the Ommaya Resevoir (on my head) which my Sister Carol will drive me to/from. Thanks Carol!!!
The temperature outside felt reasonable a little while ago but there was a drizzle so I haven't taken a walk.
If all goes well I hope to take a walk some time, today.
Take care and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Thursday, February 9, 2012
2/9
Hi Everyone,
WONDERFUL NEWS!!!
My Friend's Surgery went extremely well...
Biopsy reports that were done while she was having surgery show that the growth was not cancerous!
The Biopsy was sent out for further testing to be absolutely sure.
Thank You God!
I saw my Dr, today, to have a Bone Marrow Biopsy. My Dr decided to admit me into the hospital for the 8th round of Remission Chemotherapy tomorrow morning (hopefully my FINAL round of Remission Chemotherapy).
Take care Everyone and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
WONDERFUL NEWS!!!
My Friend's Surgery went extremely well...
Biopsy reports that were done while she was having surgery show that the growth was not cancerous!
The Biopsy was sent out for further testing to be absolutely sure.
Thank You God!
I saw my Dr, today, to have a Bone Marrow Biopsy. My Dr decided to admit me into the hospital for the 8th round of Remission Chemotherapy tomorrow morning (hopefully my FINAL round of Remission Chemotherapy).
Take care Everyone and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
2/8
Hi Everyone,
I slept most of yesterday but was up by the late afternoon. I should have written something but I guess the day got away from me. I'm sorry.
It feels like a cool Fall day today. I know I'll be walking.
Tomorrow, I go in for a Bone Marrow Biopsy....but more importantly a Friend of mine will be going in to the hospital to have a cancerous growth removed from her lung. If you can find it in your heart, please pray for her.
Thank You...
I slept most of yesterday but was up by the late afternoon. I should have written something but I guess the day got away from me. I'm sorry.
It feels like a cool Fall day today. I know I'll be walking.
Tomorrow, I go in for a Bone Marrow Biopsy....but more importantly a Friend of mine will be going in to the hospital to have a cancerous growth removed from her lung. If you can find it in your heart, please pray for her.
Thank You...
Monday, February 6, 2012
2/6
Hi Everyone,
The WINGS were good last night but not Great....funny how you can get yourself so worked up over something and when it doesn't end up tasting as good as you hoped..oh well....they were still good though.
Today, I had blood work done at my Dr s office. I had low numbers for platelets and hemoglobin but white cell count and ANCs look good.
The platelets and hemoglobin were not low enough to warrant any transfusions...which is a good thing because I would have been there most of the day.
Thurs I'll have my next Bone Marrow Biopsy and from what I was told today I will probably be back in the hospital next week to start Round 8 of 8 for Remission Chemotherapy (as long as the Bone Marrow Biopsy comes back at ZERO Leukemia cells).
I hope you all have a Wonderful Week!!! and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
The WINGS were good last night but not Great....funny how you can get yourself so worked up over something and when it doesn't end up tasting as good as you hoped..oh well....they were still good though.
Today, I had blood work done at my Dr s office. I had low numbers for platelets and hemoglobin but white cell count and ANCs look good.
The platelets and hemoglobin were not low enough to warrant any transfusions...which is a good thing because I would have been there most of the day.
Thurs I'll have my next Bone Marrow Biopsy and from what I was told today I will probably be back in the hospital next week to start Round 8 of 8 for Remission Chemotherapy (as long as the Bone Marrow Biopsy comes back at ZERO Leukemia cells).
I hope you all have a Wonderful Week!!! and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Sunday, February 5, 2012
2/5
Hi Everyone,
It's been cold and I find it hard to go outside and walk when it's cold.
I know when the weather turns I'll get a LOT more excercise. I've always been a warm weather person.
The ARA C Ommaya Resevoir infusion I received in my head on Friday caught up to me Friday evening and Saturday and I napped a lot during the day/evening both days. So far today I'm wide awake. I know Mike is going to watch the Super Bowl so I will probably see some of it this evening. I don't have any favorite between the two teams.
I know we are going to have WINGS this evening. I can't remember the last time I had WINGS so I'm really looking forward to it...as long as they are mild....I can't handle the hot stuff....
Take care Enjoy the Super Bowl and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
It's been cold and I find it hard to go outside and walk when it's cold.
I know when the weather turns I'll get a LOT more excercise. I've always been a warm weather person.
The ARA C Ommaya Resevoir infusion I received in my head on Friday caught up to me Friday evening and Saturday and I napped a lot during the day/evening both days. So far today I'm wide awake. I know Mike is going to watch the Super Bowl so I will probably see some of it this evening. I don't have any favorite between the two teams.
I know we are going to have WINGS this evening. I can't remember the last time I had WINGS so I'm really looking forward to it...as long as they are mild....I can't handle the hot stuff....
Take care Enjoy the Super Bowl and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Friday, February 3, 2012
2/3
Hi Everyone,
Today I received chemo through my Ommaya Resevoir (head) and chemo through my jugular port (chest).
Both chemotherapies were done outpatient.
Mike drove me home since we were concerned I might react to the chemo like I did last week while in the hospital. Luckily, I did not react. Thanks Mike!
Monday I go in for blood work and Thursday I go in for a Bone Marrow Biopsy.
Not sure when I'll be admitted to the hospital for round 8 of the Remission Chemotherapy but I'm thinking it may be Friday of next week.
Take care and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Today I received chemo through my Ommaya Resevoir (head) and chemo through my jugular port (chest).
Both chemotherapies were done outpatient.
Mike drove me home since we were concerned I might react to the chemo like I did last week while in the hospital. Luckily, I did not react. Thanks Mike!
Monday I go in for blood work and Thursday I go in for a Bone Marrow Biopsy.
Not sure when I'll be admitted to the hospital for round 8 of the Remission Chemotherapy but I'm thinking it may be Friday of next week.
Take care and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Thursday, February 2, 2012
2/2
Hi Everyone,
There was technical difficulties yesterday so I was unable to get on the blog...sorry.
The good news is I walked ONE FULL HOUR non stop, yesterday. I can't remember the last time I was able to do that...yes...the weather had a LOT to do with it since it was so nice just to be outside.
In addition, I did not come back in and immediately take a nap...pretty cool.
Today, Home Solutions will stop by and change the dressing on my Jugular Port.
Tomorrow, I'll receive chemotherapy through the Ommaya Resevoir in my head (this spelling is correct...I just looked it up on the internet).
After I receive the chemotherapy, tomorrow, it will be the official end of Round 7 of Remission Chemotherapy.
Depending on my blood work tomorrow, I will most likely see my Dr on Monday for additional blood work and possibly a Bone Marrow Biopsy. Depending on Monday's blood work, I could be back in the hospital for the 8th and FINAL ROUND of Remission Chemotherapy (as long as Bone Marrow Biopsies continue to come back with ZERO Leukemia cells) on Tuesday of next week.
Enjoy Your Day! and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
There was technical difficulties yesterday so I was unable to get on the blog...sorry.
The good news is I walked ONE FULL HOUR non stop, yesterday. I can't remember the last time I was able to do that...yes...the weather had a LOT to do with it since it was so nice just to be outside.
In addition, I did not come back in and immediately take a nap...pretty cool.
Today, Home Solutions will stop by and change the dressing on my Jugular Port.
Tomorrow, I'll receive chemotherapy through the Ommaya Resevoir in my head (this spelling is correct...I just looked it up on the internet).
After I receive the chemotherapy, tomorrow, it will be the official end of Round 7 of Remission Chemotherapy.
Depending on my blood work tomorrow, I will most likely see my Dr on Monday for additional blood work and possibly a Bone Marrow Biopsy. Depending on Monday's blood work, I could be back in the hospital for the 8th and FINAL ROUND of Remission Chemotherapy (as long as Bone Marrow Biopsies continue to come back with ZERO Leukemia cells) on Tuesday of next week.
Enjoy Your Day! and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
1/31
Hi Everyone,
I am out of the hospital until at least Monday of next week (unless something happens that's not expected).
My next Dr s appointment is on Friday. I'll receive chemo in my head through the Ummaja Resevoir.
My hope is I will not react to the infusion like I did last week (I vomited shortly after receiving the infusion).
My next Bone Marrow Biopsy could be as early as next Monday.
Like a child waiting for a special "toy" on Christmas I am excited/hopeful that my next BMB will be a ZERO.
Enjoy Your Week! and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
I am out of the hospital until at least Monday of next week (unless something happens that's not expected).
My next Dr s appointment is on Friday. I'll receive chemo in my head through the Ummaja Resevoir.
My hope is I will not react to the infusion like I did last week (I vomited shortly after receiving the infusion).
My next Bone Marrow Biopsy could be as early as next Monday.
Like a child waiting for a special "toy" on Christmas I am excited/hopeful that my next BMB will be a ZERO.
Enjoy Your Week! and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Monday, January 23, 2012
1/23
Hi Everyohe,
Tomorrow I see the Dr and most likely will be admitted to the hospital for round 7 of chemotherapy.
My energy level is still low but I plan on doing two loads of laundry some time today to prepare for my stay in the hospital. My Sisters have done my laundry since I was diagnosed with Leukemia so I don't want to give the illusion that I've been doing my laundry all along...I try to help when I'm out of the hospital.
Enjoy your week and please stay dry (it's raining here in NJ)...and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Tomorrow I see the Dr and most likely will be admitted to the hospital for round 7 of chemotherapy.
My energy level is still low but I plan on doing two loads of laundry some time today to prepare for my stay in the hospital. My Sisters have done my laundry since I was diagnosed with Leukemia so I don't want to give the illusion that I've been doing my laundry all along...I try to help when I'm out of the hospital.
Enjoy your week and please stay dry (it's raining here in NJ)...and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Sunday, January 22, 2012
1/22
Hi Everyone,
I've been napping a lot during the day and evening the last few days. My cold/virus seems to be better but I definitely still have fluid in the lungs. Not sure what that will mean when I go to see the Dr on Tuesday...which is also supposed to be the day I'm admitted to the hospital for my next chemotherapy treatments.
The snow was a surprise for me since I have not been keeping up with weather reports.
It certainly is GREAT to look at but I'm guessing pretty dangerous to be driving in.
Drive Careful Enjoy Your Sunday and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
I've been napping a lot during the day and evening the last few days. My cold/virus seems to be better but I definitely still have fluid in the lungs. Not sure what that will mean when I go to see the Dr on Tuesday...which is also supposed to be the day I'm admitted to the hospital for my next chemotherapy treatments.
The snow was a surprise for me since I have not been keeping up with weather reports.
It certainly is GREAT to look at but I'm guessing pretty dangerous to be driving in.
Drive Careful Enjoy Your Sunday and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Friday, January 20, 2012
1/20
Hi Everyone,
I spent most of the day at my Dr's Infusion/Chemo Area, yesterday (there are eight doctors in the practice so the lobby/offices/infusion center/lab are quite large).
I received an IV for a drug that should help me fight infections. Problem was I had to take Benadryl via IV to help prevent an allergic reaction...just in case....and I was loopy for several hours.
Today, Home Care is going to stop by and change the dressing on the port attached to my chest via my jugular vein...the dressing has to be changed weekly by a qualified Nurse.
At this point, my virus is breaking up. I'm still blowing my nose regularly and coughing but not as much as I was.
I'm supposed to go into the hospital next Tuesday for my 7th round of chemotherapy.
Take care Enjoy Your Weekend and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
I spent most of the day at my Dr's Infusion/Chemo Area, yesterday (there are eight doctors in the practice so the lobby/offices/infusion center/lab are quite large).
I received an IV for a drug that should help me fight infections. Problem was I had to take Benadryl via IV to help prevent an allergic reaction...just in case....and I was loopy for several hours.
Today, Home Care is going to stop by and change the dressing on the port attached to my chest via my jugular vein...the dressing has to be changed weekly by a qualified Nurse.
At this point, my virus is breaking up. I'm still blowing my nose regularly and coughing but not as much as I was.
I'm supposed to go into the hospital next Tuesday for my 7th round of chemotherapy.
Take care Enjoy Your Weekend and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
1/18
Hi Everyone,
I saw the Dr yesterday. My virus is getting better. He is postponing my seventh round of chemotherapy until next Tuesday with the hope that the cough/post nasal drip will be almost if not completely gone by then.
While I was there yesterday a Bone Marrow Biopsy was done. It will take a couple days for the results to come back....and yes...I'm praying this will be the first of many Bone Marrow Biopsies to come that will have zero Leukemia cells.
Enjoy the Sunshine and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
I saw the Dr yesterday. My virus is getting better. He is postponing my seventh round of chemotherapy until next Tuesday with the hope that the cough/post nasal drip will be almost if not completely gone by then.
While I was there yesterday a Bone Marrow Biopsy was done. It will take a couple days for the results to come back....and yes...I'm praying this will be the first of many Bone Marrow Biopsies to come that will have zero Leukemia cells.
Enjoy the Sunshine and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Monday, January 16, 2012
1/16
Hi Everyone,
For those of you involved in any way with the Birthday Shutterfly Books, THANK YOU!!!
WOW!
I've looked through my copy of the Book at least 4 times now just trying to wrap my arms around how many photos and how many people there are in those photos (there are actually three different Books we were given...Carol and Jan each have a Book, too).
Thank You! Thank YOU! THANK YOU!!!
Hi Cindy,
The logistics of getting all the photos together and organizing them into a book must have been ...WOW!
I can't Thank You enough! I owe you a BIG HUG!!!
For those of you involved in any way with the Birthday Shutterfly Books, THANK YOU!!!
WOW!
I've looked through my copy of the Book at least 4 times now just trying to wrap my arms around how many photos and how many people there are in those photos (there are actually three different Books we were given...Carol and Jan each have a Book, too).
Thank You! Thank YOU! THANK YOU!!!
Hi Cindy,
The logistics of getting all the photos together and organizing them into a book must have been ...WOW!
I can't Thank You enough! I owe you a BIG HUG!!!
Saturday, January 14, 2012
1/14
Hi Everyone,
I was released from the hospital, yesterday.
I guess Friday the 13th can't be all bad....hahaha
My compromised immune system allowed me to catch a virus.
I'm sleeping in a seated position to prevent my body from coughing the whole night.
Kind of odd but I'm able to doze off so it's working.
I'm on an inhaler and a drug for pneumonia...I do NOT have pneumonia but
it could become a problem if it gets worse.
Enjoy Your Weekend! and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
I was released from the hospital, yesterday.
I guess Friday the 13th can't be all bad....hahaha
My compromised immune system allowed me to catch a virus.
I'm sleeping in a seated position to prevent my body from coughing the whole night.
Kind of odd but I'm able to doze off so it's working.
I'm on an inhaler and a drug for pneumonia...I do NOT have pneumonia but
it could become a problem if it gets worse.
Enjoy Your Weekend! and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Sunday, January 8, 2012
1/8
Hi Everyone,
I spent most of the day in bed yesterday....and it looks as though today will be more of the same.
I'm not sure if it's a ramification of this round of chemotherapy or a cumulative effect from the multiple rounds of chemotherapy.
Tomorrow, I see my Dr in the afternoon. If my blood counts are high enough to start another round of chemotherapy, I will most likely be admitted to the hospital on Tues. The pace at which I keep going into the hospital for chemo has been grueling, at times, but I know it has to take place because my Bone Marrow Biopsies are not coming back with ZERO Leukemia cells.
Enjoy Your Day! and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
I spent most of the day in bed yesterday....and it looks as though today will be more of the same.
I'm not sure if it's a ramification of this round of chemotherapy or a cumulative effect from the multiple rounds of chemotherapy.
Tomorrow, I see my Dr in the afternoon. If my blood counts are high enough to start another round of chemotherapy, I will most likely be admitted to the hospital on Tues. The pace at which I keep going into the hospital for chemo has been grueling, at times, but I know it has to take place because my Bone Marrow Biopsies are not coming back with ZERO Leukemia cells.
Enjoy Your Day! and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
Friday, January 6, 2012
1/6
Hi Everyone,
I was released from the hospital at 7pm on 1/4 I tried to post one last message before we left but we couldn't get far enough into the Care Page System. After three tries we decided to leave.
1/5 I slept most of the day and didn't think to get on the BLOG.
Today, my Sister Carol and I are going to my Dr's for outpatient chemotherapy.
I'll receive chemotherapy in my head port and possibly my jugular port.
Please Enjoy Your Weekend and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
I was released from the hospital at 7pm on 1/4 I tried to post one last message before we left but we couldn't get far enough into the Care Page System. After three tries we decided to leave.
1/5 I slept most of the day and didn't think to get on the BLOG.
Today, my Sister Carol and I are going to my Dr's for outpatient chemotherapy.
I'll receive chemotherapy in my head port and possibly my jugular port.
Please Enjoy Your Weekend and Thank You for your continued Thoughts and Prayers.
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