We have survived much of the holidays, and actually can boast of having a fairly relaxing time. I am the "excuse" for everyone to have downtime - but really we all were ready for a quieter and calmer time.
It is pure bliss right now being in the house all alone. I am ready for the return to routines.
The new drugs (yeah!! approved my Matthew's health plan) helped me recover from chemo a lot more quickly this time. I was feeling quite energized and ready to take on tasks more quickly. Basically, instead of having 1 good week in the cycle I now have 2. Quite an improvement.
I have had a meeting with a plastic surgeon and meet with the surgeon again today, so I am turning my attention to the next series of treatments after chemotherapy. There are lots of decisions to be made and I can focus on these pieces now with a clearer head - so lots of conversations and gathering of information again. I am making lists of questions for my oncologist, reading and learning as much as I can and feel like I am ready to address the next stages now.
Prior to this, coping with the chemotherapy has been all I could get my head around.
Another good productive week ahead (other than coping with another cold) before my next treatment on January 11th.
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Hi, Sara Jane:
Glad to hear you're feeling a bit better and that you were able to enjoy the holidays with the family. We pray for you a lot and we'll continue to pray for you as you enter this new phase of gaining more knowledge for how to beat this thing!
Lots of love,
Janet VH
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