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LilyFestre-Mommy+Daddy+Baby...now on to Life!

Ebbie 05 Mar 10 - 05:32 PM
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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target
From: Ebbie
Date: 05 Mar 10 - 05:32 PM

A Bobert stand in: 600!


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: Bobert
Date: 05 Mar 10 - 07:42 PM

Wow!!!

600???

Think that's a first... I've hit lots of 'um but I think this is my 1st 600... And I wasn't even tryin'??? Just dumb luck, I reckon...

B;~)


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: AllisonA(Animaterra)
Date: 06 Mar 10 - 08:30 AM

Dear one, thank you for all the details, so we could be with you vicariously in spirit (you do know that time and space have no meaning, don't you?).

Loads of love to you, and keep an eye on your mailbox- I think you'll be pleased!


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: wysiwyg
Date: 06 Mar 10 - 11:07 AM

LF, I have kept an eye on this thread as I indicated I would, but I still don't quite get the absence (pls clarify for my own continuing learning?)... was it about the business, the heaviness, and/or trouble getting the laptop online? I did recollect that we'd talked about you having Fr. CS's cell number if you needed it under any circumstances, so we concluded you must not be needing him, but.... ya did get a whole lotta people wondering this time if you were OK. (It got confusing knowing what/how to pray for you.)

As indicated upthread, tho, Fr CS is the real mentor-- you got back and posted the day before he was planning to track you down. :~)

I'm working on leaving an item for you to consider a longterm loan, on your "inbox" chair. For the next time you can't go join your yoga buddies "in person." BOLO! :~)

~Susan


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: LilyFestre
Date: 06 Mar 10 - 01:04 PM

Dear Mary and Allison,

    WOO HOOOOO!!!!!   Between the two of you, it's like Christmas here on the homestead today!!!! Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!!! To Mary, the scarves are lovely and the headband will work on the brim of one of my hats (since I have no hair to hold back...YET!) And I LOVE the worry dolls...I haven't seen those since I was a little girl and I loved them then too!!!! And Allison.....what can I say? The scarves you sent are also lovely...lots of colors and different thicknesses....between the two of you, I might just get my neck warm after all!!!! YAY!!!!! I haven't had time to listen to the CD just yet but will on my drive to church tonight...can't wait to hear it! I imagine it will be as great as the last one you sent! THANK YOU!!!!!!!

Dear Susan,

    I think I posted I was going to be away....if I did not, I apologize and certainly didn't want anyone to worry!!!!   Any time you have concerns, call the house as I do check messages when I'm away and this time, as with many times I'm away, Pete is still at home/work and can answer your questions.

I'm sorry if I caused any of you to worry!!!!!!!!

Michelle


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: katlaughing
Date: 06 Mar 10 - 02:25 PM

Michelle, you have nothing to be sorry for...we knew the port might keep you a bit and seeing your relatives. We are at your service and need no explanations except a "Hi, ya" now and then, though it is really neat that you share so much of what is going on and of your progress. You ARE a wonder!

luvyakat


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: VirginiaTam
Date: 06 Mar 10 - 02:36 PM

and she is a darling.


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: wysiwyg
Date: 06 Mar 10 - 05:43 PM

No, of course no sorries needed, and yes I did know you would be away.... What was confusing was that even when *away,* you *have* been on your laptop. It was the laptop silence that fed the concerns.

And of course it's always your call on how much to stay in touch, as we have discussed offthread... it's kind of difficult to simply refer anyone HERE to your priest, though. :~)

~Susan


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: AllisonA(Animaterra)
Date: 07 Mar 10 - 07:29 AM

*beaming*


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: jacqui.c
Date: 07 Mar 10 - 07:29 AM

Still here Michelle.


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: maeve
Date: 07 Mar 10 - 07:33 AM

Michelle- I'm glad you're seeing and doing so much that is positive. You owe no apologies; we're here whenever you choose to post.

I don't worry about you because I know you are in good hands.

m


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: GUEST,SINS
Date: 07 Mar 10 - 04:52 PM

Finally back on line at home. Glad you liked it all, Michelle. That head band is actually a chemo cap. They are made in Tibet specifically for chemo patients. If I can find a picture I will forward it. The band goes to the back. The fabric forms to your head. Quite elegant if you get it right. LOL
Glad to have you home and safe.
Mary


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: LilyFestre
Date: 07 Mar 10 - 05:03 PM

Sins....

    OMGosh!!!! HOW COOL IS THAT? I'm sitting with it on RIGHT NOW and would have NEVER thought of that.....LOVE IT!!!!!! And really, how versatile...I can use it when my hair gets long again too!!!!!

Thank you for telling me how to use this!!!!!

Michelle who is all tickled!!!


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: LilyFestre
Date: 07 Mar 10 - 11:27 PM

We went for a ride today and ended up at Barnes and Noble for a few hours. I picked up 2 books...Coping with Chemotherapy and Beauty Pearls for Chemo Girls. Both books deal with exactly what chemo is. One book deals with the side effects...what causes them and ways to find relief. The other book deals more with how to take care of your skin, make-up, wigs, hats, how to twist scarves into lots of different pieces of head gear.....fluffy girl stuff!!!!
    Late in the afternoon we went to a new restaurant which was pretty full. I had taken 2 hats...one knit and one kerchief kind (that I usually wear to yoga). Well. It was 55 degrees outside and I was hot in the knit cap. Although the knit cap looked better on me, I opted for comfort and went with the cooler kerchief. Hm. People stared or looked at me and quickly looked away when they caught my eye. Oh well. I have decided that when it's hot outside this summer, I might not wear ANY hat when I'm inside....either at home or in public....if they are going to stare, I may as well give them something to stare at! :p Despite the strange looks, I had a GREAT time out today with the love of my life...I've been looking forward to it since last week!!!
    My port incision itches like crazy today and I'm not to itch it. ARG. Also, I've decided to cut back on the sleeping meds so they don't become a habit. Also, my hair is now coming out all over the place. So I'm awake. Restless. Balding. And ITCHY.

Balding = chemo meds hard at work.
Itchy = healing
Restless = time to read

Did I mention that my port is dark purple?

Goodnight Sweet Friends.

Michelle


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target
From: Ebbie
Date: 07 Mar 10 - 11:58 PM

For the itching, LF, I read - and it works - that when your body itches somewhere, scratch it in another spot. The brain thinks you took care of it and gives up.


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: katlaughing
Date: 08 Mar 10 - 01:20 AM

Ice can work for itching, also. When my kids had chicken pox I used a blow dryer on the cool setting to just blow on their itching sores. Also, if your doc will allow it, a little bit of witch hazel on a cotton ball will alleviate itching.

In looking for the kind of band Mary sent you, I found THIS BLOG which I thought you might find interesting.

G'night, darlin'. Sleep well.


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: LilyFestre
Date: 08 Mar 10 - 08:05 AM

Mary,

    Where did you find the Tibetan chemo cap? Those are PERFECT for summer....way more comfortable than the kerchief that ties behind my head!!! I looked on eBay and googled...can't find them!

Michelle


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: SINSULL
Date: 08 Mar 10 - 08:20 AM

https://shop.theanimalrescuesite.com/store/categoryjson.do;jsessionid=26013ABB0F5248CCE35BAFDBCD5F26A4.store-a?siteId=310&catego

It's an animal rescue site that sells items from all over the world. They specialize in native businesses in poor countries. Great quality and selection, reasonable prices and you get to support worthwhile causes.


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: SINSULL
Date: 08 Mar 10 - 08:26 AM

The link to the scarf isn't working. Here is the link to the website:
http://www.theanimalrescuesite.com/clickToGive/home.faces?siteId=3

By the way, each visit and click on the website provides food for shelter animals.


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: katlaughing
Date: 08 Mar 10 - 11:03 AM

What a neat site, Mary and I love the scarves!


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: SINSULL
Date: 08 Mar 10 - 11:21 AM

LOL Lily hasn't looked closely. Those worry people are actually worry cats.

I check into the site every day to make a painless donation and check out their sales. Usually there is something free if you order $25 + and shipping is free. Some great T-shirts there.

The Tibetan cap is pictured under scarves. Pink or blue striped. I am thinking of getting one for myself for bad hair days.
Very hippy looking to me.


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: wysiwyg
Date: 08 Mar 10 - 11:23 AM

Balding = chemo meds hard at work.
Itchy = healing
Restless = time to read


THAT's the way to do it!!! (Directing your powerful attention to the positive in this.) And then harnessing the positive... into an activity that furthers your continued growth. Some of us say this: AFGO! (PM if you don't know what that one stands for, LOL...)

GOOD JOB!!!

~Susan


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: LilyFestre
Date: 08 Mar 10 - 03:17 PM

It's been a BUSY day. I called the chemo center to find out exactly what to expect tomorrow with the first use of my port...I think it will be ok. Then I went to town, did 6 or 7 errands, had lunch with a friend, did a small amount of grocery shopping and am now home, doing laundry and contemplating a nap.
    It's good to join the outside world and do normal everyday things but it's also exhausting.

Zzzzzzzzzzzzz.

Michelle


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: VirginiaTam
Date: 08 Mar 10 - 03:33 PM

is this the scarf headband thing? Uberkewl!

Hey Michelle!   

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I didn't know what to say so I went and lifted a cute ascii art.

The jgs is signature of Joan Stark who makes these ascii pics, which anyone can use so long as you give her credit by leaving in the jgs. I like looking at how they are put together. Weird, eh?

How's that for a post that's got nothing to do with your health or your amazing positive attitude? Just normal everyday chitchat.

XXXXX00000


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: AllisonA(Animaterra)
Date: 08 Mar 10 - 03:41 PM

Good girl. Rest up, keep smiling!


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: gnu
Date: 08 Mar 10 - 03:46 PM

Rest is gooood for the blooood. (Bugs Bunny cartoon)


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target
From: Rowan
Date: 08 Mar 10 - 05:14 PM

All the best for the first port in the storm, LF.

Cheers, Rowan


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: Bobert
Date: 08 Mar 10 - 05:27 PM

Scarf v. hat???

Neither... Like you said, Michelle, folks stare... No big deal... They're just jealous... So I say, all natural, if it's warm...

Keep up the good work... This will one day be just a memory...

Pattin' the itch also works... No scratchin... just gentle pats...

B~


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: katlaughing
Date: 08 Mar 10 - 06:22 PM

Love those Nepalese hats, Sins. Think I might get one, too.:-) I thought you meant the chemo scarves they also have. I think Michelle, you said there were a bunch of different ways to wear it...is that the chemo scarf or the hat?

It can be exhausting...be sure you are not taking too much energy to do such when your bod is still kicking out the riff-raff. Ya need to *recharge* your batteries often.:-)


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: Stilly River Sage
Date: 08 Mar 10 - 06:46 PM

I'd worked out the link and then found Virginia had the whole page (I'd just picked up the photo). I love that site (and I'm a sucker for some of those earrings!).

Those scarf hats look good--for more than just folks with no hair on their heads. I'll be sure to bookmark this organization.

SRS


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: maeve
Date: 08 Mar 10 - 09:54 PM

Michelle- Like you, my friend Mary Anne looked beautiful with her well-shaped head held high, just as it was. I loved to see the way both lamplight and sunlight showed her inner and outer loveliness.

m


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: wysiwyg
Date: 09 Mar 10 - 04:16 AM

I bet there is a pattern for those hats.... I bet Michelle could quilt fabric for them....

~S~


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: LilyFestre
Date: 09 Mar 10 - 06:11 AM

Good Morning!

I'm not sure I could make one that fits as well as the one Mary sent me....it's absolutely PERFECT in that it doesn't slide off my head AND it's nice and cool for warmer weather or hot flashes...whatever the case may be!!! I've packed a few of the very lovely hats that I've received in the mail for today and tomorrow but I've also packed the Nepali cap for use in the House of Care as sometimes it's rather warm in there.
   My bald spots are now covered with a very fine, soft and very light blonde hair...not sure what that's about!!! It's kinda funny though as the bald spots are low and soft and the hair that remains is (obviously) taller and darker...it reminds me of old fashioned velveteen wallpaper....kinda textured...anyone remember that?
    Today I am off for my second chemo treatment. They will access the port for the first time to gather blood for a CBC, liver panels and kidney check for the creatin (sp?) which will determine the strength of the carboplatin (one of the chemo drugs). Apparently they mix it up right there in the building.
    I have a numbing cream to rub on the port about an hour before my appointment so I shouldn't feel any pain, just pressure.
    I'm all packed (we're staying over tonight and home tomorrow) and have made myself a healthy lunch that is very low in sugar. My particular combination of drugs shoots my blood glucose levels up into the 500s. They will check my blood sugars and give me insulin as needed...anyway, I packed a good lunch that won't shoot my sugar levels any higher (whole wheat wrap with red pepper hummus, tomatoes, cucumbers, feta and an itty bitty amount of fat free Italian. Then for snacks I have low fat string cheese, cucumber slices and carrot sticks and Greek yogurt. Not bad, huh? I overpacked the food, I always do but I can always share or bring it home. I'd rather have too much than to be attached to the IV pole and starving!!! I have appointments from 10:45 and won't be out of the chemo chair until 7:00ish or so...it's going to be a long day, especially when you add on the 2 hour drive. I have a list of questions for my Dr., mainly concerns about the bone pain. I talked to his nurse yesterday about it and she said he will do something to prevent it or make sure I have something to take for when it begins. YAY.
    Overall, I think I've done ok. I have some nausea but the meds I have (Zofran and another to add to it if that doesn't work in the first hour...never have had to take the second med) very well. I noticed that I don't want much food for the first 2 weeks but during the 3rd week..LOOKOUT! If it isn't tied down or on your plate, chances are, I'm going to find it and eat it. Constant hunger. Why? I have no idea. Good thing this house is full of healthy stuff or I'd be in serious trouble!
    I'll be taking photos today and maybe while I'm in the chair I can figure out how to use SnapFish or Flickr so you can have access to the pics before I add to the montage. I'll just have to see how the day goes!!!
    My turtle and shawl are packed (They go along each time) and now there are worry cats (love the black ears!!!) packed too! I know they are for under your pillow but I'm taking them in my pocket today!! I also have a pair of cutie reminders from church that will be in my room as a reminder...thanks Hardi and Susan!!!...that my church community is with me too.
   Ok. I need to get myself in the shower and pack up my backpack for the day (my bag of self entertainment).

Love to all,

Michelle


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: AllisonA(Animaterra)
Date: 09 Mar 10 - 07:31 AM

We'll be with you in our thoughts and prayers, dear one!


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: SINSULL
Date: 09 Mar 10 - 09:00 AM

Your attitude is just amazing, Michelle. Keep it up. And whine if and when necessary. I will be thinking of you.
Mary


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: wysiwyg
Date: 09 Mar 10 - 11:19 AM

Michelle,

My particular combination of drugs shoots my blood glucose levels up into the 500s.

Hey! Be kind to yourself about all that boo-hooing. (Pause for EMPHASIS!] Remember how the elevated sugars ramped THAT up for you in the past... not to mention hormones are probably NUTS right now? Do the boohoos if they offer to arrive, but don't beat yourself up for them.

Of COURSE yer hungry after 2 weeks not. Food is your friend!

~The CS's
cc: Hardi


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: LilyFestre
Date: 09 Mar 10 - 02:16 PM

Greetings from the chemo chair!

   It's a little after 2:00pm and I am happy to say that today's treatment is going to be over at 4:00 instead of the 7:00ish we had planned on. All my blood work numbers are looking good and I am very pleased!! :) Also, about the port....OMGosh that makes it SO much easier...SO MUCH!! The needle that went in was kind of scary looking...an inch (maybe longer) long, thick and bent. I couldn't believe that it didn't hurt.
   My blood sugar was already 350 about an hour ago and they gave me 8 units of insulin. I have a feeling they are going to need to give me more.
    I'm tired (beneydryl in the IV) and am going to try and snooze. There are 4 people in my cubby and we've been chatting up a storm....we are all kind of settling in and the meds are kicking in...less and less talking as we all begin to feel the sleepy effects.

Michelle


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: SINSULL
Date: 09 Mar 10 - 02:20 PM

I have visions of an opium den full of bald people.
Rest, girl. Let someone else do all the work and worrying.
SINS


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: VirginiaTam
Date: 09 Mar 10 - 02:51 PM

she's not bald... now she's flocked... like wallpaper.


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: Stilly River Sage
Date: 09 Mar 10 - 02:51 PM

A gang nap, eh? Sweet dreams, all!


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target
From: Rowan
Date: 09 Mar 10 - 05:36 PM

Another beneficiary of "big chair dreaming".

All the best, Cobber.

Cheers, Rowan


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: LilyFestre
Date: 10 Mar 10 - 07:06 AM

Good Morning!

    I made some new friends yesterday from the chemo chair, even with one of the nurses! The port needle didn't hurt a bit when it was taken out and they covered it with gauze and tape. However, they covered my incision from the port insertion and when I took the tape off this morning and the incision opened. So. I have to go over to radiology to have my port checked and I imagine they will put another layer of glue on as the glue is supposed to last 3 to 5 weeks...and I'm sure bleeding isn't a good sign. Not a big deal...just more glue!
    Last night after the chemo was over, we went to a Chinese Buffet and I had lots of crab and shrimp....which I LOVE plus it doesn't increase my blood sugar which got kinda high yesterday from the steroids. Then we did a little shopping, came back to the House of Care, chatted in the dining room with others for a bit and hit the hay. I took an Ambien to help me sleep but I was up a few times during the night and up for good at 5:00am.....courtesy of the steroids...I had 15 of them within 18 hours!!!
    Anyway, this morning brings a trip to Interventional Radiology, a trip to the drug store, an appointment with the oncology nutritionist (which I'm really looking forward to), then a stop at Rita's (for a mango gelati.....WOO HOOOO!) and then home. So far, I'm feeling just fine. YAY.
    OH! I had my hair cut last night....had the taller stuff buzzed right down so it looks a little more neat. AND during dinner, I did NOT wear my hat...it just was TOO HOT.

    Gotta get going. Have a great day everybody!

Michelle


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: SINSULL
Date: 10 Mar 10 - 08:08 AM

Eating, sleeping and smiling. Sounds as if all is going better than expected. Kendall won't share his Ambien with me, Michelle. How about you?


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: Sandra in Sydney
Date: 10 Mar 10 - 08:50 AM

compare Michelle in the first posts with this Michelle!

it's a privilege to watch & share your growth.

love from sandra


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: wysiwyg
Date: 10 Mar 10 - 09:53 AM

...compare Michelle in the first posts with this Michelle!

As someone who has seen her roughly weekly, I can tell you that this is one lady who has done the work.

She has let tears do what tears can do, humor do what humor can do, and prayer what prayer can do. This takes the courage of free will and she has used that WELL.

Because... she knows love when she sees it. Free will, with the discerning eye of love, is POWERFUL.

Plus she's smart as all get-out.


Hi, Michelle. :~) Yeah. Yer a role model now, AND a leader. We talk about our leaders.

BTW, that sugar thing? Guess what the CS's now take to parish suppers (I suppose you'll have to miss tonight's due to immune issues). A pile of apples. A few on the food table and a few on the dsessert table.

I'll try to remember to take a charged player for tonight. If I do, I'll buzz around in my scooter to catch some of the happy sound of supper-buzz in addition to the EP service that follows. After the EP, BTW, Ed and fam are doing a private columbarium thing... I'll have the recorder then, too. I think he would like knowing you might be "there."

I gotta go find and charge a recorder!

~Susan


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: wysiwyg
Date: 10 Mar 10 - 02:56 PM

CLONE REQUEST

Can we please have a toplink to this thread: http://mudcat.org/thread.cfm?threadid=127396 since it was started for LF and provides a place to stash music for her (and others) up top.

Thank you,

~S~


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: gnu
Date: 10 Mar 10 - 02:59 PM

Good on ya darlin! Yer an inspiration!


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: LilyFestre
Date: 10 Mar 10 - 05:05 PM

Home! I am finally home!!! The nutritionist was kind of a disappointment but I did learn a few new things so not all was lost.

About the parish dinner, I could go as my blood work came back in FANTASTIC shape but I am just beat. Have something yummy for me and let Ed know I'll be thinking of him.

More soon. I need a nap.

YAY. Nothing like your own chair, bed and snoring critters to lull a body to sleep!!!

XOXOXOXOXO to all!

Michelle


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: wysiwyg
Date: 10 Mar 10 - 05:10 PM

Okiebokie!

~S~


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Subject: RE: LilyFestre - Cancer-Seeking Chemo Is on Target!
From: jacqui.c
Date: 10 Mar 10 - 07:15 PM

Michelle - Kendall got home from the hospital today and he agrees with you on the wonder of his own chair and bed.

You are doing so well - it's a pleasure to read your posts.


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