Day 90 - Count down - June 7th
Can't hardly believe it - 10 days to go. In Celebration, I will be listing a few of the things that have made this journey one to be ever grateful for - # 10 - Not having to shave my legs for about 80 of those days. We are at about once a week now, so that is the other thing I'm grateful for, hair is starting to grow back, although I probably never would have complained had it decided to stay away, it is nice to know my body is returning back to normal!
More to come!
Wednesday, June 7, 2017
Tuesday, June 6, 2017
Day 89 - Power of Focus -June 6th
While I was having the bone marrow biopsy yesterday, the doctor had me use concentrated breathing during parts of the procedure. It was a lot like the type of breathing used for baby birthing, the only gyp was I didn't get a baby... on second thought at my age maybe that was okay! She also engaged me in conversation while she proceeded to do what needed to done. I was thoroughly amazed at how much better things went. I'm sure her experience and technique had a lot to do with how well things went, but I definitely felt a difference while I was participating in the breathing exercises.
This reminded me of the talk given at Women's Conference in April by Bonnie H. Cordon. Part of her talk was dedicated to sharing the true experience of sister who had been going through a very difficult time with her cancer treatments and side effects. Things had gotten so terrible, this sister had declared chemo therapy a human rights violation and told her husband she had had it and was done with it all! It was sheer inspiration when her husband declared they needed to find someone to serve. She couldn't believe what she was hearing; she was so ill and he wanted her to serve?!?
Miraculously, through the few better days she had, she was able to begin serving. As she continued, somehow she was even able to find ways of even doing small things on her worst days. As she served she found the days going by much faster and happier. She said the days she focused on helping others her outlook was bright and cheerful but when she focused on her pain and suffering her days turned dark. She testified that service literally saved her life! It was the change of focus that changed her whole experience! What a important lesson I hope I can focus on also!
While I was having the bone marrow biopsy yesterday, the doctor had me use concentrated breathing during parts of the procedure. It was a lot like the type of breathing used for baby birthing, the only gyp was I didn't get a baby... on second thought at my age maybe that was okay! She also engaged me in conversation while she proceeded to do what needed to done. I was thoroughly amazed at how much better things went. I'm sure her experience and technique had a lot to do with how well things went, but I definitely felt a difference while I was participating in the breathing exercises.
This reminded me of the talk given at Women's Conference in April by Bonnie H. Cordon. Part of her talk was dedicated to sharing the true experience of sister who had been going through a very difficult time with her cancer treatments and side effects. Things had gotten so terrible, this sister had declared chemo therapy a human rights violation and told her husband she had had it and was done with it all! It was sheer inspiration when her husband declared they needed to find someone to serve. She couldn't believe what she was hearing; she was so ill and he wanted her to serve?!?
Miraculously, through the few better days she had, she was able to begin serving. As she continued, somehow she was even able to find ways of even doing small things on her worst days. As she served she found the days going by much faster and happier. She said the days she focused on helping others her outlook was bright and cheerful but when she focused on her pain and suffering her days turned dark. She testified that service literally saved her life! It was the change of focus that changed her whole experience! What a important lesson I hope I can focus on also!
Monday, June 5, 2017
Day 88 - Bye Bye Love - June 5th
Today I had appointments up at the Huntsman Center to begin the testing to see if this cancer has said "adios"yet.
We did the bone marrow biopsy again along with blood and camp testing. We won't know the results on much that was done today, until this Friday, but there was a wonderful decree made that I did not have to wear my lovely masks public anymore! HooRay!!!! I have so appreciated what they have done for me but I have to say, I really don't have a problem saying "Adieu" to them! (Except for when I mow the lawn, another restriction lifted!) So if there is anyone out there needing a nose fashion statement right now, I've got you covered!
Today I had appointments up at the Huntsman Center to begin the testing to see if this cancer has said "adios"yet.
We did the bone marrow biopsy again along with blood and camp testing. We won't know the results on much that was done today, until this Friday, but there was a wonderful decree made that I did not have to wear my lovely masks public anymore! HooRay!!!! I have so appreciated what they have done for me but I have to say, I really don't have a problem saying "Adieu" to them! (Except for when I mow the lawn, another restriction lifted!) So if there is anyone out there needing a nose fashion statement right now, I've got you covered!
Sunday, June 4, 2017
Day 87 - My Favorite Day, (Again) - June 4th
I cannot begin to express how much I need Sundays! I need every minute of the uplifting 3 hours I spend in hallowed worship to my Heavenly Father and my Savior. It replenishes me and puts fuel in my tank. My little (or a little longer, on some days) quiet nap doesn't hurt either.
I just wanted to share a few of the uplifting thoughts that were expressed today. For those looking for that missing piece in their life. "God manifests himself to all of us who are seeking to know Him, black and white, bond and free, male and female, he remembereth the heathen and all are alike unto God, both Jew and Gentile."
Here's the key ingredient to that formula, It's our responsibility to bring ourselves to Him, he can't force us, but is waiting with His arms open, no matter what our condition! I have felt His love and His mercy, even when I don't feel all that deserving, and Sundays bring an abundance of that!
I cannot begin to express how much I need Sundays! I need every minute of the uplifting 3 hours I spend in hallowed worship to my Heavenly Father and my Savior. It replenishes me and puts fuel in my tank. My little (or a little longer, on some days) quiet nap doesn't hurt either.
I just wanted to share a few of the uplifting thoughts that were expressed today. For those looking for that missing piece in their life. "God manifests himself to all of us who are seeking to know Him, black and white, bond and free, male and female, he remembereth the heathen and all are alike unto God, both Jew and Gentile."
Here's the key ingredient to that formula, It's our responsibility to bring ourselves to Him, he can't force us, but is waiting with His arms open, no matter what our condition! I have felt His love and His mercy, even when I don't feel all that deserving, and Sundays bring an abundance of that!
Saturday, June 3, 2017
Day 86 - Sunshiny Days - June 3rd
It was a beautiful day today, with sun shining bright, birds singing, butterflies flying, such a great day to be outside. As the day carried on it definitely began to feel like summer!
I was helping my hubby with a fence for the dog in the afternoon when the warm sunshine began to actually get hot. As I was putting some little stakes in the ground to secure the fence, my mind drifted back to the beginning of this journey when we were staying up at the patient housing. We had been taking walks most everyday, most days were cool but a light coat was sufficient to keep us warm. One day it was a little warmer so we decided to go to the Peace Gardens near by our room. It was beautiful there but the sun was shining so bright it just melted me with every step. It took all of the pleasure out of being outdoors. In fact at that time the sun could take me out anytime it was out.
Such a major difference between now and then, another reminder of how far this journey has brought me, and what a joy it is to be out when the sun is too!
It was a beautiful day today, with sun shining bright, birds singing, butterflies flying, such a great day to be outside. As the day carried on it definitely began to feel like summer!
I was helping my hubby with a fence for the dog in the afternoon when the warm sunshine began to actually get hot. As I was putting some little stakes in the ground to secure the fence, my mind drifted back to the beginning of this journey when we were staying up at the patient housing. We had been taking walks most everyday, most days were cool but a light coat was sufficient to keep us warm. One day it was a little warmer so we decided to go to the Peace Gardens near by our room. It was beautiful there but the sun was shining so bright it just melted me with every step. It took all of the pleasure out of being outdoors. In fact at that time the sun could take me out anytime it was out.
Such a major difference between now and then, another reminder of how far this journey has brought me, and what a joy it is to be out when the sun is too!
Friday, June 2, 2017
Day 85 - 15 Days to Go! - June 2nd
Even though it is 15 days to my 100 day Celebration, I begin all my testing on Monday, June 5th. They will be re-doing all the tests we began with, including that nasty Bone Marrow Biopsy. I have to admit I have been hoping for some great new invention to circumvent that procedure, so if any of you medical students out there have been holding back, please hurry, we have still have 3 days left!!
By June 9th, I will finish the last of my testing and meet with the Doctor that afternoon. I will be finding out where we sit as far as my immunity and cancer. THEN, GET READY CAFE RIO! IT'S TORTILLA SOUP ALA-MODE!😋
Even though it is 15 days to my 100 day Celebration, I begin all my testing on Monday, June 5th. They will be re-doing all the tests we began with, including that nasty Bone Marrow Biopsy. I have to admit I have been hoping for some great new invention to circumvent that procedure, so if any of you medical students out there have been holding back, please hurry, we have still have 3 days left!!
By June 9th, I will finish the last of my testing and meet with the Doctor that afternoon. I will be finding out where we sit as far as my immunity and cancer. THEN, GET READY CAFE RIO! IT'S TORTILLA SOUP ALA-MODE!😋
Thursday, June 1, 2017
Day 84 - Status Quo - June 1st
We've certainly come so very far in these 84 days! Tonight's blog has to do with some of the battles won and some of the challenges still to be conquered at this point in my journey. I am so delighted to report that I feel officially over the cold that visited a couple of weeks ago, which is a giant accomplishment that I'm so happy about. I did find that my level of fatigue increased substantially as my body fought that battle, and even have felt a little of the residual effects of it this week. To be honest, I didn't expect it would have effected me as much as it did, but I guess that is why they give you 100 days of recovery.
As far as my strength recovery goes; there are times I feel almost back to normal and ready to leap tall buildings in a single bound, yet, there are times I can tell I still have a ways to go. I know that the exercises they have me doing at the Huntsman have been a giant help besides being great therapy. This has been such a great experience!
As for the foods I am able to eat, Almost anything I desire goes, except raspberries and blackberries. Any of the other restrictions I really don't desire anyhow, so it all works. I still can't eat in crowded restaurants, but I'm counting the days on my fingers and toes now.
Sugar; Is still calling my name, and I had to cut back on my popcorn as I guess you can really get a little too much fiber.........'nuf said!
Hair regrowth; fuzzy wuzzy's not as bare, but you've got to look close to see the hair!
Best Happy of the day; When we woke up this morning my husbands allergies were killing him, when I realized that this is the time when my allergies really kick in also, I haven't had a hint of of sneeze or a sniffle yet, and I'm not going to tell those new stem cells a thing about it!
We've certainly come so very far in these 84 days! Tonight's blog has to do with some of the battles won and some of the challenges still to be conquered at this point in my journey. I am so delighted to report that I feel officially over the cold that visited a couple of weeks ago, which is a giant accomplishment that I'm so happy about. I did find that my level of fatigue increased substantially as my body fought that battle, and even have felt a little of the residual effects of it this week. To be honest, I didn't expect it would have effected me as much as it did, but I guess that is why they give you 100 days of recovery.
As far as my strength recovery goes; there are times I feel almost back to normal and ready to leap tall buildings in a single bound, yet, there are times I can tell I still have a ways to go. I know that the exercises they have me doing at the Huntsman have been a giant help besides being great therapy. This has been such a great experience!
As for the foods I am able to eat, Almost anything I desire goes, except raspberries and blackberries. Any of the other restrictions I really don't desire anyhow, so it all works. I still can't eat in crowded restaurants, but I'm counting the days on my fingers and toes now.
Sugar; Is still calling my name, and I had to cut back on my popcorn as I guess you can really get a little too much fiber.........'nuf said!
Hair regrowth; fuzzy wuzzy's not as bare, but you've got to look close to see the hair!
Best Happy of the day; When we woke up this morning my husbands allergies were killing him, when I realized that this is the time when my allergies really kick in also, I haven't had a hint of of sneeze or a sniffle yet, and I'm not going to tell those new stem cells a thing about it!
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