I've had such a busy weekend that it has been great with little time on my hands to rest and think. Got my hair chopped Friday, cut and colored, I figured I may as well do something fun as it will start falling out 14 to 21 days after the first treatment. As long as it doesn't fall out before my friend Adam and Rebecca's wedding I'll be fine! I will enclose a picture at some point when I am able so that you can all see me with short hair.
Went to Rebecca's bridal shower Saturday and had lots of fun, as did Fiona. Her comments, "they are a fun group, Costa Rica is going to be interesting" Yes it is!! . Sunday I spent cleaning all day, had shopping already done so that I was somewhat prepared, lots of light high protein things, I think we bought 16 yogurts, hopefully enough! I then had a night out with friends at an Italian restaurant which was great, I had originally planned on having a pre chemo party with friends so that I could get plastered before, but probably not a good idea to start chemo with a hangover. So here I am at 1.30 aftr going to bed at 11.30, maybe its the decadron I was to take before 5pm, took it 11pm. Oh well I will sleep plenty after 1st treatment.
I can't begin to say how I feel about all the support and good wishes I've had. Everyone has been wonderful, I never knew so many people cared, it's truly overwhelming. I love reading the comments everyone is posting and of course I end up crying when I read them.
So its chemo in a few hours, and just the beginning of the fight.
Love you all. Karen
8 comments:
My first post disappeared into lala land, so hopefully, this comment will post.
Though I did not plan to "crash" your party (ha), I am nonetheless, grateful to have seen you last night.
You were the last person I thought about before going to sleep last night, and the first person I thought about this morning. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your blog is such a beautiful expression of who you are, Karen. The picture of you and Fiona say it all. Thank you so much for allowing us into this very deep part of your life.
I so admire how you have taken on this challenge. You are, and will continue to be, an inspiration to all who know you, and to those who will read your "story." I know that your courage and strength will impact many who will also walk down the same road.
We are all available and ready to assist you in whatever way that we can. I am so thankful that you have such a special relationship with Dawn Marie, who is not only walking at your side down this path, but also knows you well, and will be able to speak for you in a sense, and discern your needs. I am honored to be counted among your friends.
I love you,
Sherry
Hi Karen,
I have sent you a card the old fashioned way and in that have said what were my first reactions to your news that you have breast cancer. I am glad you have decided to do this blog as it keeps everyone up to speed, but I am sure and hopeful that it must be somewhat therapeutic for you also.
Like others have mentioned the photos are fab and I can't believe Fiona is such a young lady! I am hoping she'll be a surrogate "AUNT Fiona" when my bump makes it's way out!!
Being a nurse also, I often find it amazing how people who have cancer sometimes "cope" better than those around them when they are told they're loved one/friend has cancer and reading your blogs I can tell what an effect it has had on your family and friends.
As I said in the wee letter I sent I strongly believe we are more than just physical beings. Your whole approach to this "thing" that has came along and knocked you off your stride is so positive and so so important. You need that view as you walk on that path to victory.
I will keep you up to date with my progress also. And will have you in my thoughts and prayers.
Love Jackie X
Hi Karen,
Hope you read last nights we note? left it on the first page??
I was going to call you tonight think it would be beast to wait till tomorrow.
Anytime i call and you dont feel like talking just put the voicemail on and i will leave you a message as i understand you may not want to talk.
Everyone of your friends sound great, that of course is because you are such a good friend yourself.
I would love to see photos also of how you look now with a short cut? you have always had the most lovely face and smile, hair or not your still a beauty.
Keep smilling Karen and keep up the good work, remember you can fall apart after when you are all better.
All my love Sandra
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P.S.
Donna Marie,
Thank you so much for the contact you are an Angel,ive heard so much about you from Karen seems like i know you already.
X
Karen
This blog thing is new to me so I hope you get this. What a cool idea though and I luv the pic of you and Fiona. You both look gorgeous!!
I know you are a strong person . I watched you make it through St Francis with a young daughter. You are a rare person in having achieved that. I know this is heartbreaking but you will power through this.. You are surrounded by the love of family and friends. We believe in you
Sandy A
Since I want to call you every day I'm very glad you have a blog! I really didn't want to bug you too much.
Karen, I admire your strength and conviction to beat this -- your positive attitude and sense of humor are great. The comments and photos made me cry but then I always have been an emotional slob.
You are so lucky to have so many great friends to help.
You are in my thoughts and prayers all the time -- I love you -- Tricia
As I thought you stilllook fab!!
You never get any older!!
Hope you are ok today as i now tyhe drugs may be kiking in now? Just remember pal every time you feel sick or bad thats the drugs working.
Love from all in Scotland
XXX
I love you mom. And we will get through this, and beat it!!! Your hair is wonderful and so is the picture of us. Love you!
Love Fiona
We are glad you've created this blog so we can keep up with your progress. (We say progress because every day and every step you take is a part of your progress to victory.)
You are a strong person, and that strength will help you through this. The important thing to remember is that you are not alone, and you don't have to just rely on yourself. We are all here for you, both friends and family. We'll give you whatever space you need but rememember that we are always here for you. As I said on Sunday, let us know what we can do to help, and that includes having Fiona for a visit anytime she wants.
You are in our thoughts and prayers daily- lots of love from Joanne and Stan
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