Chemo Eve
Chemo # 4 came and went in betwixt the chaos of three separate evacuations: fire/ash, rain, and flood. Tonight is the eve of chemo # 5 (or 11 depending on how I am counting.) I am marshaling my strength for the last two months. We watched "The Darkest Hour" tonight and I was reminded that much bigger battles, with equally terrible odds, have been won. Churchill’s words will rattle in my dreams tonight.... “It is the courage to continue that counts.” I will keep fighting!!
In case you missed it, I was "patient of the month" in January at Organic Soup Kitchen and I had a profile on their website. This week's soup is roasted carrot, yummy.
Hugs to you all, MK
PS from the Chemo chair. My bloodwork was great, CA 125 is down to 5, which means the tumors are responding very well to the chemo. There is no reason to believe I will have a remission shorter than one year, but I try to find hope of killing this cancer for good. I was given the go ahead to book some trips and I am looking forward to feeling better and having some fun.
Comments (18)
Michelle you are courageous indeed. Know many are in the wings sending much love, positive energy, and healing hugs to recharge your energy and your spirit when needed during these next months.
Hi Michelle There are lots of good wishes and warm thoughts coming your way from Colorado. We join Evie and Jim in sending many hugs. Anne and Gordon Herrald
Oh too good to hear from you!! You go with the courage that is all you and deep down! You are in our thoughts every day. Oregon vibes I am sending to you. You know ...all those giant trees are cooing your name and will bring you strength. hugs to you xxx Love- Nan end Evelyn
You are indeed a mighty warrior! Your team from Oxford sends loads of love, prayers, healing thoughts, and encouragement. Much love, Shelley
Dear Michelle, you and Bruce are indeed fighters and courageous. Sending hugs, love & strength from down under xxx ooo
Dear Michelle, hope, love, hugs all sent to you from Chicago! Thinking of you and Bruce. Love, Rosa
Dear Michelle, you continue to be an incredible role model to me with your words of wisdom as you fight your battle so graciously. Stay strong, and warm wishes from New York, Anne Marie
Glad to hear that the fires, mudslides and all those other acts of nature have abated. Our love to you and Bruce
"Keep calm & carry on." Big hugs to you!
You inspire so many, Michelle. Such a strong woman . . . many stand with you.
Many many prayers and love continuously sent to you my amazing daughter. Your strength and courage are awesome I’ll see you very soon Mom
You spent some lovely, lovely time resting up and doing exciting things! Remembering those beautiful places with Bruce will help get you through! Love youse!
You are one of the most courageous people I know. You are almost at the end of your chemo. Hang in there! So happy you are enjoying soup and were featured on the Organic Soup Kitchen web site. Sending love and I will see you soon. Let me know when you are up for a walk.
Sounds like the ten plagues. Just so long as you can avoid boils and frogs, you'll be ok!
You are amazing, Michelle! Keep channeling your inner woman warrior and know that we are with you!
Michelle, I am so glad to hear the news from your blood work. Churchill also said that "attitude is a little think that makes a big difference". You're attitude is a huge strength. Stay strong.
You go girl!
Blood work is fabulous news! We are all sending you strength vibes. We know you can do it! Kathy