I think I have mentioned Priscilla before. She is the research nurse assigned to me. I call her before I take any medicines or if I am having anything unusual going on. And I have to report in daily when I am having GI issues (or any issues for that matter). That is part of the clinical trial. They keep very close tabs on me. Aside from it being her job to care for me, Priscilla is an angel and cares SO much....she is wonderful and a huge blessing to me. I am so lucky to have her.
Needless to say, I had lots to tell her this morning about my weekend and what was going on with me physically. She said not to take my chemo pills tonight and she would get back to me.
Priscilla just called. NO CHEMO TOMORROW! I could weep I am so thrilled! Dr. O feels like I have had enough......we have pushed my body to its limits. Oh, I am so happy to be done with this phase.
I went for my surgery pre-admissions appointment this morning. They got all my pre-tests done: blood work, EKG, blood pressure, etc. My blood pressure was too low so I will have to go back again this week to try again. I am sure it is just because I am so weak. But not for long...!!!!! YAHOOOOOO! I can get my legs under me and be ready for surgery. Oh, I am so happy!
xoxo to you all!!
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Your mercy, O Lord, is in the heavens: Your faithfulness reaches to the clouds - Psalm 36:5
Wonderful, wonderful news!!
Much Love, Janet
I'm so glad to hear you are done with this phase of treatment! It will be great to have a week without the chemo symptons prior to your surgery. You'll be in our thoughts and prayers next Tues.
Stay strong,
Marc
Wonderful news Maurren! I am glad you are done with this phase of treatment. Your body and mind deserve a break. We always think of you. You have been so strong you are a huge inspiration to us.
Julie, Syd and Izzy (I think Marc wrote something earlier)
YAY - praise GOD! Wonderful, beautiful news - I'm so happy for you, Mo! You're covered in prayers and love.
xoxo - Jane-o
I have been blessed thus far to not have had to experience anything like what you are going through.
But I know that if I ever do, I can think back to how you have been weathering this storm and know what it means to have faith.
You are an inspiration to us all, Maureen!
-- Mark
Great news!!! I'm so so glad you're through with chemo!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Janine
Maureen- This is so exciting. I am so happy for you and the kids. Now you will have the energy to spend some quality time with Angelica and Oscar before your surgery. That is the biggest blessing of all. I love you.
LOVE means - you never have to say chemo again! Wonderful! Excellent news! I read these postings and I see you are soooo loved - and blessed.
WOOHOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!
Maureen,
I am so glad that this phase of your treatment is over. Praying that you are able to have some special time with Oscar and Anjelica before surgery.
Karen, Isabella and Grace
YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHOOOOOOOO!!!
Stay positive...eat really well....get up and move when you can get that blood moving of course do not over do it....I am so happy for you....Hugs huge hugs!!
You have come so far and with such courage and grace. Thank you for being such a beautiful example for us all. We need to start planning a HUGE party for when you are completely done with the treatments/surgery and back to NORMAL (not that you were EVER normal!) :-)
Candice
YAHOOOOOOO!!!
Oh what joy to see this post! Congratulations, Maureen! We're celebrating with you here in NY and continuing to pray for only good news.
Hugs to you and the kids,
Damaris
Maureen - you don't know me, but I'm Vicki V's sister-in-law (Megan's husband's cousin - how's that for a far flung friend?!!). I found your blog through Vicki's blog and have been praying for you and your beautiful children daily. Congrats on the great news - and many blessings for you all next week!
Mo - Oscar learned his strength from you, so you should not be so surprised at his courage. I cannot believe how close May 5th is! You must be anxiety ridden with anticipation.
P.S. I would not hold your breath on Oddie not peeing on the carpet in the future:)
All my love, Erica
Mimi,
This is Marge Pelkey...Megan and Marty's friend from Michigan and Rick's wife. Just wanted to say how much we are praying for you and your family. You are an incredibly strong woman and I know that you will get through this. May God be with you and your family in the coming weeks. God Bless You! Marge
I know you are so excited about your sisters being here! I know you all will really enjoy the week-end! Maybe a family Wii-off is in the plans.
Have a great week-end!
Much Love, Janet
I am so happy that you got a reprieve from the chemo and I will be praying that your surgery goes well. You are an inspiriation to all of us esp. when we gripe and complain about our lives, we step back and see your wonderful attitude and take a lesson from you to be grateful for all we have.
Take care and know you are in my prayers.
Sally
maureen....okay, so pretend it's sister love instead of a romantic love ...but this josh groban song just reminds me so much of what & who you are....no matter all you've gone through, you are still the face whatever faces you with courage and humor maureen
that ever poster on her loves you for. love, michele
"You're Still You"
Through the darkness
I can see your light
And you will always shine
And I can feel your heart in mine
Your face I've memorized
I idolize just you
I look up to
Everything you are
In my eyes you do no wrong
I've loved you for so long
And after all is said and done
You're still you
After all
You're still you
You walk past me
I can feel your pain
Time changes everything
One truth always stays the same
You're still you
After all
You're still you
I look up to
Everything you are
In my eyes you do no wrong
And I believe in you
Although you never asked me to
I will remember you
And what life put you through
And in this cruel and lonely world
I found one love
You're still you
After all
You're still you
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