Thursday, April 14, 2011

Better...

Today's Shout Outs:

Theresa M, Cheryl K, June K, Julia A, Donna C, Kelly B, Karen H, Sandy W

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Dear friends,

Yay, I am feeling better today, much, much better.  I know I've said it before but I guess I just don't want to believe it.  Chemo effects are cumulative and in my case that is apparently the very truth.  I know this, but the reality of knowing that it will be taking me 8 days to recuperate from treatment is a harsh reality.  My two week incremental life sections seem to be getting smaller and smaller.  What I need to do is work on figuring out how to get more of me back by one means or another and I'm sure that will be a process too and will take time as well, but I will get there.

As I mentioned yesterday or the day before, I really did feel awful.  The only silver lining in any of it was that I did shed 6 pounds last week.  I have the extra to shed, but I feel for those individuals who don't have the reserves for weight loss.

I love my oncologist and that is no lie.  He fit me in yesterday and he suggested having another brain MRI done due to my added symptoms along with the extra nausea.  I had that MRI done yesterday as well and he let us know the results last night and yes, I do have something in this head of mine and yes, it does look normal.

I was talking to Kevin about this new relationship that I have with a doctor figure.  Up to this point, I rarely saw a doctor and half the time if I did it was whichever one was on call.  Even when I did see my old doctor (since December I switched primary doctors), I really felt like he was just a stranger.

It's completely different with my oncologist.  In a way, I feel like he has my life in his hands and it's an interesting feeling.  I know he chose his profession and I can only assume that he has a great personal life, but you can't be in his profession without spending a lot of time thinking and caring for one's patients.  He has been there every time I've asked a question or haven't felt well.  I feel beholden to him and in all honesty I'll be seeing him until I'm in remission and beyond or dead...it's an interesting thought.

Anyway, just something to think about and another reminder that you MUST respect and even like your care providers.

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So, I do have a card to share with you too.  I haven't crafted for over a week, but I did create some things during my last good period.  I really liked this set from PaperSmooches and created a birthday card for my stash.


Thank you all for all visiting and your words of support! 

Until next time.

Katie

23 comments:

Unknown said...

Katie, I 'm so glad you are feeling much better. I can only imagine how difficult 8 days recuperation each time must be. I'm very happy to see you creating and enjoying it. Your card is adorable. Love the sentiment! We can all use a "Happy Barkday".

Joan B said...

your card is so stinkin' cute.

so glad you are on the upswing and that your brain is as normal as any of ours!! Whew.

Donna C. said...

So glad to hear you are having a good day. Forever is made up of lots of "nows".

Diane Mars said...

Looks like you are going to enjoy your weekend!! Yeah glad to hear you are feeling better. Hugs, from Diane in California

Lori said...

Katie,
SOOOOO glad to hear you're feeling better. YAY!
Also very glad you love your doctor and he sounds like a wonderful one. Glad you found him and like him!
Hang in there and enjoy your feeling good time!
Lori

Christine said...

Glad to hear you are feeling better! Cute card!

Janine said...

Glad to hear you are feeling better. I am sad it is only for a short while but I know from what you have said that it seems to be shrinking the dreaded cancer, so that is good.

Karen B said...

So glad to hear that you are feeling better! Have a wonderful weekend and enjoy your family

Chef Mama Lori said...

Oh, Katie, I am SO glad you had a better day today. I'm also glad there is NORMAL stuff in your head! That is such a relief.

Your card is very cute. I have to confess, though, after your post yesterday, I at first thought it said, "Happy Barf-day!" I am a dork!

Praying still.

Sue from Oregon said...

Glad to read you are having a good day today Katie.
Being a doggie lover, I totally love this creation!

Linda said...

Katie.. yeah! So glad you feel better! Keep your head toward the sun and the warm and the flowers!

Oh, btw, love the doggie!

~amy~ said...

I'm so glad that you're feeling better...happy that you have such a great oncologist that you like....

FAB PS card...

Debzi333 said...

Love your card, Katie! I too am smitten my Paper Smooches!! Great job! - can I CASE you! ;)

Deborah

donna calamari said...

I am so so happy you feel better. I was so worried about you and for you. I hope that the MRI results give you some peace of mind and help you get throughthe tough days.

Anonymous said...

So glad you are feeling better.
Great card.
Hugs,
Em

Whimcees said...

Hello!

Love your card! i am happy to read that you are feeling better! You deserve a break!

Wishing you a happy day today!

Hugs,

Barbara Diane

Gina said...

Glad to hear your feeling stronger this week :D XXX

Anonymous said...

Not sure what or if your doctor has you on anything for nausea or what kind of medical you have but if you have good perscription coverage you might want to ask about zofran they normaly have you try other things (that are alot cheaper and dont work as well ) because this can be over 1000 for each RX BUT with my medical it was only $7.00 and Without medical costco has it for $33.00 but most doctors dont know you can find it so cheap so wont even offer it , hope it helps

Claire said...

Great news the scan turned out normal,I hope you have a peaceful week-end and that the nauseagoes away for you.
I missed your birthday there, what a story. here's to many more happy and healthy years, you so deserve them.
Love
Claire xxxx

Curt in Indy said...

Wow from your last post to this post, it is certainly a depiction of the roller coaster ride you are on. Such ups and downs, but you handle them with such dignity. You are certainly a champion. Love your card Katie. Any card with a dog on it is one of my favs. This is really cute! Best, Curt

jackib said...

So happy to hear that you have such a good relationship with your oncologist. My daughter was diagnosed with melanoma two years ago and formed a bond with her oncologist as well. It's important to like and trust the person who has your well being in his/her hands and to know that they will be there to answer your questions and try to calm your fears. Best to you, Katie. P.S. Love the card - adorable!

K. Joy said...

Hee, hee! That's a really cute birthday card! Love the dog. ;) So nice to see your cards!

Praying for you!
Kate

XxJULESxX said...

love the cute card! great sentiment!

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