Still have hair!

And on the 8th day...I still have hair! Must have tough hair follicles...

After a few days of feeling "weird", I feel just like normal now. I had a good week at work. The "twins" gave me some good laughs...Ricky wanted to leave the other day and kept saying, "bye, see you later" over and over. (It didn't work though...heehee)

I'm glad it's the weekend. I think we are going to Crozet tomorrow. I've always wanted to go there. It's just intrigued me forever. Maybe I lived there in a previous life.

The state audit team is coming on Monday, and Dr. C is all in a tizzy.

The day after the first

Well, the nausea (very mild hit about 7 p.m.) but once I ate, everything was fine. Had a restless night, got up, ate, then went back to bed for about an hour. Now I feel fine.

Mark and Sam just left to go to Trader Joe's, which will give me some quiet time. I told them whatever they do, DON'T get any pork! That's all that is in the freezer!

Think I'll play Pharoah for a bit, then sew some. I want to get these hats made before I need them. I don't want to procrastinate, although I have a feeling that hats will be coming my way from friends! Carol says to get a red hat. I have that red Microspun that would work up nicely. I just love the way it feels!

More later.

First Day of Chemo

I went in for my first chemo treatment this morning. Mark went with me. The whole process took about 2 hours. They put lorazepam in the mix, which made me a little groggy. I had a book to read, but kept reading the same thing over and over...LOL! Got home, ate a decent lunch, and then went to take a nap. That lasted several hours. Carol came over, and we had a very nice visit. So far (6 hours after treatment), I don't have any nausea. We'll see how I feel later on. I still feel somewhat "thick-headed". I'm supposed to drink 3 quarts in the 24 hours after chemo. I'm finishing up #1. I may live on the potty!

Loving Support

Had a great day today! Started out with a little headache (but I didn't drink any coffee last night, so what do I expect!?!)

I have never felt so loved and appreciated before...teachers, friends, family...they're all right behind me.

I have 2 hats made. One is polar fleece with bears on it, and the other is a scarf made with a camping print flannel.

A Kindergartener gave me my inspiration for today. "Mrs. Lentz, my brain wants to go in the room, but my legs are afraid." I'll have to remember that when I get down.

Tired tonight, so off to bed early.

Letting Everyone in on The Secret

Today, I gave teachers a memo telling them what is going on. The support is incredible! I feel surrounded by love...

My feelings today....very upbeat. How can I be so calm about something so devastating? I must be weird......

What I did nice for myself: I went and bought a pattern and fabric for hats...I want to make them fun so the kids will enjoy them. And soon "House" is on.

Bummer! I have to deal with the frickin-frackin insurance company. Why can't they ever get anything right!

Beth & I had a long talk tonight. She really wants to take care of herself. I love her so much.....

Health: I had a tummy ache most of the day. Hope it's not the stomach flu.

A Big Baby Step

I went to the oncologist today...what an incredibly nice man! Not the "Greek God" like Mom had, but close enough. I will start chemo on Friday, which will go on for 24 weeks before I have my surgery. He gave me a prescription for nausea and vomiting....3 pills....$90!!! WOW!
Then I stopped by the surgeon's office to cancel my appointment for Wednesday. She was kind enough to take a few minutes between patients to make sure I was okay. What a supportive team I am blessed to have.

My feelings today: After my initial apprehension about the dr. appointment, I felt like a great weight had been lifted off my shoulders. I CAN go on! I CAN do this!!

What I did nice for myself: I got a haircut! Gotta get used to the "light-head" feeling! After I finish blogging, I am going to take a bubble bath and read...yum! I also stuck to my diet, and even have extra points left over...hmmmm... what shall I do about THAT!?!

What I did nice for others: Still working on the Oxfam sweater that I started yesterday.

Touching bases: I talked to Dr. C today and also Sue. Both are supportive and understanding. Mark is doing better and said he'll love me just as much hairless.

My to-do list for tomorrow:
Schedule meetings with parents (I can do that now!)
Go to Cub Scouts

The Journey Begins

I was just diagnosed with Breast Cancer on Friday, January 5, 2007...what a way to start the year! I hope that this blog will be helpful for others as well as a catharsis for myself.

My feelings today: Actually pretty good! I got a good night's sleep last night, which helped immensely. I feel energized today. Friday night was pretty rough. I just never fell into a good deep sleep.

What I did nice for myself: I went for a walk...the weather is pretty nice (in the low 50's), but the weather people call for intense rain tonight. I also finished making a chemo hat in case I need it....all pretty bright colors, and a very soft yarn.

What I did nice for others: I worked on finishing a little sweater and made a matching pair of booties for a K4C charity. They are having a Knithathon today. I also watched football with Mark.

Touching bases: Mark and I had a talk this morning. He is trying to look at the whole picture waaaaaaay down the road. I am trying to get him to look at baby steps/one day at at time. This is really hard on him. This is going to be quite a journey for our marriage. It can only get stronger from here.

What my goals are:

Long Term: Growing old with Mark and rocking in our rocking chairs on the front porch!

Short Term: Finish some sewing projects I started a long time ago.

Plans for tomorrow: Tell Dr. C what is going on.
Dr. appointment at 1:45