Hello! It's me!
Hi friends and family,
Thank you so much for your love and support over the last few days. It has meant so much to Dan, my family and me. I feel like everyone is reminding me of who I am and I am soaking up all of your wishes and positivity and it's helping me to heal and feel like each of these big steps will go my way.
It's been so nice to be back home and meeting all the post surgery milestones (it's the little things-delicious meals, fresh flowers, cards with inspirational messages, coloring book, a pedicure! what a treat!). My sister and mom flew in from the Chicago area and my older sister flew in from South Carolina, my mother in law flew in from Florida with Alina, and all have been helping Dan keep house, keep track of the girls, keeping me safe.
Tomorrow will be a big day for us-we'll be meeting with the neuro oncologist and getting a better understanding of what the pathology looks like. I'm trying to take each appointment and bit of new knowledge as it comes. It's a lot to digest! Send some positive thoughts tomorrow for our meeting with the surgeon and neuro oncologist. I'll be getting the staples out of my head tomorrow, I believe. Brain surgery is serious stuff! I'm not sure how much of the medical stuff has been circulated, but here's the latest that we know from the surgery: The neurosurgeon said that things went well! The post op MRI showed that everything that needed to come out is now gone! For those of us in Seattle, how lucky we are to have such incredible and competent care so close-I'm glad I haven't had to schlep to another city for treatment! I feel like I'm getting the most amazing care at UWMC. I have wonderful colleagues at Juno seeking out 2nd and 3rd opinions for next steps and helping me to stay motivated, reminding me how important our work is, and personally what it feels like to be touched by something you haven't signed up for. As my people say, I'm vakelpmt! I would send a picture of my latest look, but I've been told the staples are quite jarring. I'm going to wrap up-Dan's been watching my technology use, good news is I think I might have lost a few ounces from the surgery (I needed those extra ounces of brain to remain as the reigning family boggle and scrabble champion-not self described by the way-I'm kind of a legend).
And my work colleagues are discussing pulling together a "Team Eden" for the Obliteride cancer fundraising bikeride-I am so touched by the outpouring of support. AMAZING! I'll be riding next year, Juno friends! That's a promise!
Be well-XOXO-Eden
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Keep it up! You are in my prayers!
Good to see you writing your own messages! I challenge you to a Boggle-off. Anytime. Anyplace. My pencil is ready.
Eden, You have been on my mind since I first heard of this horrible thing you and your family are going through. I am so glad to hear that things went well and that you are on the right path to recovery. Although I haven't seen you in years and don't know your husband, he sounds like an amazing man and obviously you have had amazing support. I wish you continued success in your recovery and will continue to keep you in my thoughts. All the best you and your family :) Debbie (Dauer) Rootberg
Hello, Eden! Your thoughtful, articulate work on our team impressed me from the beginning and your grace, strength and wit continue to amaze me every day. The amount of love (and humor!) that surrounds you, your family and friends is a sight to behold. It’s wonderful to hear your “voice” again. I’ll be sending all my positivity your way tomorrow and in the weeks ahead. Kara
Hi Eden!! What joy it brings me to hear your "voice". So glad to hear every step to recovery you are taking. You go girl! You, Dan, your girls and entire family are in my thoughts and prayers. Dan has done an amazing job keeping us updated. I hate being across the country and not being able to visit. I am there in spirit and if you ever want to talk, my cell # is the same, call (I can IM on facebook if you need it)!! Any time! Michael send his best as well! Miss you! Dorothy
Eden you are one special lady!! You are blazing a trail everywhere you go. I think of you daily after hearing the news. It sounds like your family is amazing as well as your Juno team. I'm sending you my best wishes and prayers for tomorrow's MD appt. Hugs.
It's so wonderful to hear from you first hand, Eden. It sounds like you were in the right place to get this issue addressed. I will be sending all the positive energy I can tomorrow so you can get all good news. Stay strong, stay positive!!!
So great to hear Eden!!! Stay positive and absolutely, good luck tomorrow!! We all love you!!
So happy to hear your voice, Eden!! Yeah for awesome recovery times and you for being a brain surgery rockstar! Prayers still out for you and your family!
It's so great to hear From you, Eden! You simply amaze me - it is such a miracle that you are up and about and recovering from your surgery so quickly. It is such a testimony to your physical, mental, and emotional strength. Have I mentioned how in awe I am? We will be thinking of you tomorrow and sending karma, wishes, and prayers your way. And even though you might have lost a few ounces of brain cellular matter in the surgery, you are still THE CHAMP! You are amazing. Love you!
Wait, what is this about scrabble champion?! I'm hitting you up on words with friends immediately. Has been amazing to see your quick recovery, Eden. Stay strong! <3 Adam
Thinking of you, my friend! Sending positive thoughts and prayers today, tomorrow, rest of the week, and always!
Elana and I are thinking about you, Eden, Sending good thoughts... Andy
Hi Eden-I know your world has been turned upside down but it sounds like you are being a total rock star and I'm sending tons of positive vibes your way girlfriend. Love you-Daphne
So great to read your writing here Eden. Sending lots of support and care your way and well wishes for your meeting tomorrow. ~Amy
I LOVE YOU
Hi Eden, I just want to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I am sending you lots of hugs and love!
We will keep all fingers and toes crossed for you for tomorrow - meantime, your words on scrabble are fightin' words, my friend. I may have to re-activate WWF and take you on.
What an interesting weight loss plan. Next time, just eat some kale or something. ❤️ Sending love- Rachel Hyman My mom sends her best wishes to you and your parents.
Eden, you are inspiration to all of us!! It is amazing to see how well you are doing, not even a week after surgery! We continue to send positive thoughts your way, and love your optimistic spirit.
Eden, you are truly amazing!! So happy the surgery went well, thinking of you all. Big hugs.
Thinking of you and your family, Eden! I am sending a big, big dose of positive energy your way!! XXOO Rachel
You're amazing! Good luck tomorrow ❤️
XOXOXO! For what it's worth, I thought Simba's staples were beautiful! Very glad you are home now. Lots of love to you all.
What a wonderful post from a truly remarkable person! Seeing you last night looking so beautiful, radiant and strong was nothing short of inspirational- blown away that less than 100 hours earlier, you endured intricate brain surgery. Judging from all the messages that have been posted about you on this site, well, that's just Eden! And, Dan, love the shorn look you are sporting. Way to go! We are all thinking of you and sending you positive vibes for the meeting tomorrow. I guess I should thank you for motivating me to visit St. Joseph's today, to light a candle and say a little prayer for this to be just a speed bump in your long and wonderful life. I haven't been to church in over 7 years... such a bad Catholic! We love you, Eden! God Bless... Robin, Bill, and everyone at Juno PS. And, yes, Team Juno for Eden. We are making arm bands for the Obliteride and will ride in support of you. I'll fill you in when we see each other again. xxoo
I've been thinking and praying for you Eden non-stop, and will continue to do so, but especially tomorrow. You are an amazing, strong gal and I know you will continue to fight your way through this, just like you tackle every other challenge I have seen you do. I just learned about the Juno Team Eden for Obliteride....it has occurred to me I have not even been on a bike in probably over ten years....not sure how that happened, but if what they say is true, well, I guess I should still remember how to ride and would feel so proud to be riding for my good friend ....be strong Eden and I look forward to seeing you very soon! XXO
Sending you much positive thoughts for tomorrow. Glad to hear your recovery from the surgery is going so well this far!
Awesome to hear from you, Eden!!! We are keeping things humming here at Juno and sending tons of positive vibes your way!!! FC Jenny
Sooooo good to hear from you, Eden! I am not at all surprised to learn of your legendary Boggle and Scrabble skills. Not at all. You are one special lady, and I'll be sending you lots of good vibes, especially tomorrow for your appt. I wish I could visit and bring you guys a meal. I feel so far away! Thank you and also to Dan for the updates. You guys are such a special family. XOXO
I love you and know that we are sending you love and strength! Keep fighting. You are one tough cookie! ❤️
Truly inspirational....sending good thoughts your way. Keep up the fight. We have more half marathons to concur!!
Eden, you are such an inspiration, Dan, your girls and everyone close to you must be in awe of your strength, I am. I know we haven't talked in years, and I don't know your husband or kids, but reading his posts and yours, I almost feel like I do. The warmth of your family shines through. Keep fighting! All my best, Lori Cooper (Cohen)
Hey Eden, Its Jessica! You are a rock and keep your spirit alive during all of this. I am so happy to hear you are doing well and recovering. Long road ahead but remember YOU ROCK! Enjoy the wonderful sunshine and sit back and breathe! You are an amazing person and I know you will won't give up. You are a super strong person and know I am thinking of you. You need a kick in the butt in staying positive you shoot me a text because I will I bring it, just like you do everyday! My heart goes out to you're husband and girls and rest of the family. Keep up the fight and allow your self to be pissed, angry, happy, sad, every emotion under the sun - but then breathe and remember you GOT THIS! XOXO Jessica Hussell
Hi Eden, as you used to say "Sorry I'm late to the party." I just heard today about what you and your family are battling. I know your strength, determination and "refusal to lose" attitude will pull you through this challenge. Remember that Airband Competition Victory? There were a lot of bumps along the way until your team finally came through in the end. Have faith in that amazing team of family, friends, professional colleagues and your medical team that you have supporting you. We're all pulling for team Eden!