January 17th, 2018
First I want to start by thanking everyone for your kind words and strong support. It really does help to know you are not alone. As adults, we are used to being in control of every aspect of your life, you control your destiny. Cancer tears you out of the driver seat and throws you in the trunk. I have slowly made the mental transition that the people here are driving and this is for the best. The team here is all over every detail and ready for any problem that may come up. It is now reassuring that they are driving.
I started chemo yesterday, so I am one day down in the 7 day chemo cycle. So far I am feeling no different than yesterday which is a good thing. That means I can handle the drugs. I am being told that each day will run me further and further into the ground as my system gets weaker. I am trying to enjoy these early days. I am also told that the 7 days after they turn off the chemo is the real low, your immune system is gone and your energy is very low.
They tell me that because I was in such good shape coming in here, my crash may not be as bad. All my mornings at 24 Hr Fittness may pay off.
Lastly, this website (post hope.org) is new to me and I am trying to figure it out as I go. Still trying to figure out how to post some pictures and reply to your posts. I will let you know when it is figured out. I am expected to start losing my hair/beard/maybe eyebrows in the next week, so we have to get some pictures of that for entertainment!
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Kevin, I've been out sick and just found out about this today. You are most definitely in the Kremers family thoughts and prayers. I know you'll beat this. Keep a positive attitude, which will probably be hard to do at times and I look forward to seeing you in the future. Mike
Hey Kevin, I am so saddened to hear that you have to go through this. It's nice to read your posts and see that you're in good hands. Your work family here sure does miss you around. Stay strong and let us know if there's anything we can bring you. -Summer
Kevin, You have a growing team of people joining you in this fight. Sending you love, healing thoughts, prayers, strength and maybe some guacamole from Norma! But, that's not cooked, so maybe not? Karen will have to eat it. I am imagining you bat-shit crazy in your room.......and how much sweeter it will feel to get back on the river on your boat after this fight is over. Hang in there!
Kevin, there is NO doubt in my mind that you won't be able to kick the crap out of this disease. You're a strong person and have a lot of good to share and work to do in this world. When the Docs approve many of us will be dropping by to see you. Peace and prayers friend!
Kevin - I have no doubt that my Dads Weekend running mate will kick this things *ss and I look forward to many future beer pong games with you. In the meantime, all of us at the Thompson/Harvey household are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers (especially Bradley!).
Hi Kevin- I am so sorry that you have to go through this! Luckily you are in fighting shape! I bet all those gym visits and healthy living will pay off in spades. Laying in the hospital has got to be really hard for you! Thanks for posting on this site with updates. We want to hear how you are doing! Much love to you, Karen and the kids! We miss you all and want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Xo Caroline Saferstein
Just heard. Wow! Like others have said, if anyone can beat this you will. Karen (and Kelsey) won't hear otherwise. Know that your family is thinking positive thoughts and it is you that makes the difference. Steve's sister-in-law was treated for cancer at Kaiser and she literally gushed at the care she received and is now cancer free. So, carry on and listen to your team...Marcy and Steve
Your sense of humor is really coming though. This isn't light subject matter but I find myself laughing when reading your updates. Keep on keeping on.