March 19th
Gordon and I left the house early in the morning for surgery at Huntsman. Today is the day that I would become a card carrying member of a Port. This new foreign item in my chest will make things easier (So they say). Every day just brings me closer and closer to Chemo Day, which I am dreading. As the days tick on emotions run a bit more and sleep runs so much less….. Everything seems different, from eating my favorite things wondering if I will like the taste during Chemo. To laying with Millie at night and having her play with my hair as tears roll down my face knowing I will miss feeling that. Fatigue is definitely setting in as well as the fear of the unknown that lies before me.
This brings me to this morning. I have loved and appreciate all the phone calls, emails, texts of support and advice. I have decided to start this blog as a way to keep everyone updated on this journey I am now force to take. Please feel free to comment and when I have time and energy I will respond.
I will be heading in tomorrow for my first round of Chemo, this will continue for the next 20 weeks.
I am so grateful for a loving and supportive husband who has been so wonderful during this whole process. For my wonderful family and friends who have all reached out to me. I know that this will be an easier journey with the support of those around me. Thank you for all that you have done and will be doing for me and my family.
Lisa
My dear friend, I'm so glad you decided to post your story. You are, and will be, so inspiring to so many people. You will go through difficult times that most of us will never know or even comprehend, but I know I speak for everyone when I say we all hope to make it easier on you in some small way. There are so many people who care about you and want to be there for you. You will probably never ask for it, but we are all wringing our hands to think of any way we can help. We will follow your story and try to be a source of strength for you. I know the journey will change you, but it will also change all of us. You are continually in our thoughts and prayers. One day at a time, one obstacle at a time. Much love and positive energy, Mel xoxoxo
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