I got my scan results yesterday. Everything is fine. Nothing new except inflamation in the radiation area. I KNEW IT! You may remember a few weeks ago, I went to see the doctor and she sent me for a chest x-ray, MRI, and bone scan. I went to see her because I was feeling pain on the surgery side. Those scans showed nothing. Well, the CT scan showed inflamation, deep in the chest, most likely from radiation that wasn't on the previous scan in November (I finished radiation in October). I don't know what that means. I still need to talk to my doctor. I hope it will just go away, but can I really expect something so simple?
I also got my results from my genetic testing. It turned out to be negative, which means that my breast cancer is not related to genetics or family history. That is good!
Friday, May 26, 2006
Monday, May 22, 2006
Prayer Request
I am republishing an e-mail I got today from my sister-in-law, Robyn. Her sister, Kristi, was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer a few years ago. Some of you may remember me asking you to pray for her. She has 3 children my kids ages. Anyway, she is doing fine, but I just got this e-mail about her friend, and maybe you can pray for her family. This is why I do the Relay for Life; I feel like I have to do something:
Karin Kelley is a good friend to Kristi; she has been very good and helpful to our family especially when Kristi was going through breast cancer treatments. She took our children under her wings when Kristi started working again and helped make our move to Lincoln easier for Kristi just by being the friend and person she is. Thursday night Sean (Karin’s husband) passed away, he has been battling cancer for the last several years and was diagnosed about the same time Kristi was. He was in his very early 40’s. He leaves behind Karin and three Boys Jackson (5) Logan (7) and Hunter (9). Hunter was with his Dad at there home last night when he died. We ask that you all keep Karin and the Boys in your prayers through this difficult time in there life.
Lord we pray that you will give Karin and the boys the strength and understanding they need to get through these difficult times, surround them with love and fill them with the comfort they need knowing that you are with Sean and he no longer has to endure the suffering. We ask that you keep a close hand on the boys as they go through there life and give them the strength and courage that you gave Sean and that the boys will learn and live by that.
We ask this In Jesus’ name Amen.
Thanks!!!
Chris (Kristi's husband)
Karin Kelley is a good friend to Kristi; she has been very good and helpful to our family especially when Kristi was going through breast cancer treatments. She took our children under her wings when Kristi started working again and helped make our move to Lincoln easier for Kristi just by being the friend and person she is. Thursday night Sean (Karin’s husband) passed away, he has been battling cancer for the last several years and was diagnosed about the same time Kristi was. He was in his very early 40’s. He leaves behind Karin and three Boys Jackson (5) Logan (7) and Hunter (9). Hunter was with his Dad at there home last night when he died. We ask that you all keep Karin and the Boys in your prayers through this difficult time in there life.
Lord we pray that you will give Karin and the boys the strength and understanding they need to get through these difficult times, surround them with love and fill them with the comfort they need knowing that you are with Sean and he no longer has to endure the suffering. We ask that you keep a close hand on the boys as they go through there life and give them the strength and courage that you gave Sean and that the boys will learn and live by that.
We ask this In Jesus’ name Amen.
Thanks!!!
Chris (Kristi's husband)
CT Scan Tomorrow
Yes, I know it's been a while since my last post. No news is good news. I have a CT scan tomorrow. They are following up on a nodule on one of my lungs, just to make sure it doesn't change. No worries! I am hoping this is my last one. I'll keep you posted.
The Relay for Life is in 2 weeks. If you wish to donate to the American Cancer Society, click the link to the right of this post. It will go directly to the ACS for our team. You can donate in someone's honor if you wish.
People living with cancer need to know that you are there! That is why the Relay is such a great event. It brings the community together to show everyone that we care, and are doing what we can to help rid the world of this disease.
The Relay for Life is in 2 weeks. If you wish to donate to the American Cancer Society, click the link to the right of this post. It will go directly to the ACS for our team. You can donate in someone's honor if you wish.
People living with cancer need to know that you are there! That is why the Relay is such a great event. It brings the community together to show everyone that we care, and are doing what we can to help rid the world of this disease.
Friday, May 05, 2006
Happy Cinco de Mayo! Susannah and Sophia had their Broadway Bound show tonight. It was so good. Sophia was is a play called "You've Got The Power", and Susannah was in one called "It's Saturday." Both very good. They did an excellent job. I have the DVD if anyone wants to see. I think my girls were the best, of course.
I'm feeling fine now. Earlier this week I was dealing with a partial blockage in my intestine. I'm not quite 100%, but I'm better and better. My doctor said that 99% of partial blockages clear on their own, and I had my doubts, but so far so good. I was afraid I would have to go back to the hospital with a tube in my nose and do the steroids again. I just didn't eat, and tried to take it easy, but anyone with 3 kids knows that's almost impossible. I got about an hour of rest - that's a lot for me during the day. My doctor told me to take a hot bath and drink fluids. That's the first bath I have taken in this house since I don't know when. Who has time to soak in the tub? It was nice, though. I was actually rested and clean. I picked Sophia up from school and the first thing she said was, "Mommy, why do you look so pretty?" I guess she's not used to seeing me "primped" and relaxed. I'm usually running around in sweat pants on my way to or from the gym (or trying to get there!).
Susannah had a dinosaur museum at school yesterday, too. That's why I was actually dressed in "big girl" clothes instead of workout clothes. Each child in Susannah's class had to talk about their dinosaur, and they each made a diarama, and posters, and made dinosaur bones, and wrote a report. They all did such a good job. Matt Stefunek is in Susannah's "sister class", so we saw his presentation, too. Good job! I ran into Mrs. Daul, Matthew's teacher, and she told me that she is friends with the Bauerleins, and she had seen everyone the day before at the dinosaur museum. I said, I know and that Elizabeth told me Mrs. Daul gave her a turtle, and "isn't she special". Mrs. Daul, without missing a beat said, "Yes, she is!" I hope you enjoy your turtle, Elizabeth! I can't wait to meet him face to face.
Have a great weekend! I have more doctor's appointments next week. It is never ending. Check out the Relay For Life link on the right side. Our team is trying to raise $10,000 this year. You can help! Click on the link and donate any amount. Thanks to Hal and Winnie Hinz for your donation!
I'm feeling fine now. Earlier this week I was dealing with a partial blockage in my intestine. I'm not quite 100%, but I'm better and better. My doctor said that 99% of partial blockages clear on their own, and I had my doubts, but so far so good. I was afraid I would have to go back to the hospital with a tube in my nose and do the steroids again. I just didn't eat, and tried to take it easy, but anyone with 3 kids knows that's almost impossible. I got about an hour of rest - that's a lot for me during the day. My doctor told me to take a hot bath and drink fluids. That's the first bath I have taken in this house since I don't know when. Who has time to soak in the tub? It was nice, though. I was actually rested and clean. I picked Sophia up from school and the first thing she said was, "Mommy, why do you look so pretty?" I guess she's not used to seeing me "primped" and relaxed. I'm usually running around in sweat pants on my way to or from the gym (or trying to get there!).
Susannah had a dinosaur museum at school yesterday, too. That's why I was actually dressed in "big girl" clothes instead of workout clothes. Each child in Susannah's class had to talk about their dinosaur, and they each made a diarama, and posters, and made dinosaur bones, and wrote a report. They all did such a good job. Matt Stefunek is in Susannah's "sister class", so we saw his presentation, too. Good job! I ran into Mrs. Daul, Matthew's teacher, and she told me that she is friends with the Bauerleins, and she had seen everyone the day before at the dinosaur museum. I said, I know and that Elizabeth told me Mrs. Daul gave her a turtle, and "isn't she special". Mrs. Daul, without missing a beat said, "Yes, she is!" I hope you enjoy your turtle, Elizabeth! I can't wait to meet him face to face.
Have a great weekend! I have more doctor's appointments next week. It is never ending. Check out the Relay For Life link on the right side. Our team is trying to raise $10,000 this year. You can help! Click on the link and donate any amount. Thanks to Hal and Winnie Hinz for your donation!
Monday, May 01, 2006
John and I just got back from a long weekend in Las Vegas. We met my brother and sister-in-law there. We had a really nice time. NO kids. The last time John and I got to go away with just the two of us was when we spent the night at the Waldorf Austoria in NYC the day I found my lump. This was a welcome trip. I'm not a gambler, but I am an eater and a shopper. We had a great time. We also saw Barry Manilow and George Wallace. Two great shows!
The Tuesday before we left I went to Sloan Kettering in the city for the genetic testing. We'll see how that turns out. I'm pretty sure that will be negative, but my doctor suggested the testing since I'm so young to have breast cancer. They have a family tree all filled out and list causes of death, diseases, etc. for my family. Try doing that sometime. I was really surprised. I also found out that my cousin had breast cancer 9 years ago. They said it was small and they caught it early so she had a lumpectomy with radiation. Now she is diagnosed with metastatic disease and has terminal cancer in her stomach and spine. She is 48 I think. She is doing chemo to control it, but will never be cured. Keep her in your prayers. I haven't spoken to her in years, but called to get info for this genetic testing. We had a great conversation, and I'm so glad we got to talk. She's on my father's side, so they said her cancer is unrelated to mine. I wanted to get the genetic testing for my children. I figure the more information, the better.
I have been very emotional lately. I think because I spoke to my cousin and she's not doing so well. That could easily be me. That's why I chose to go full force with my treatments with chemo and radiation and now Tamoxifen. How do you know what to do? I chose not to get a bone scan, now I think I probably should have. I'll have to talk to my doctor and see what she thinks. I have an appointment this week with her.
I've also been having problems with my Crohn's disease. Same kind of pains as before that ultimately lead to the intestinal blockage that put me in the hospital last time. I was really sick today and spent most of the day laying down. I'm feeling better now, though, and will be in contact with my doctor at Mt. Sinai.
Now I'm getting mad! It's time for me to take my health back!! I'm not going to sit here and be sick. Diet, exercize, lots of water, supplements, whatever it takes. It's time I put Amy first, for myself, but mostly for my children. I don't want them to have to deal with a sick mommy all the time. I will not let sickness hold me back. Lance Armstrong took control of his health, and so can I. I can overcome anything, God willing. Crohn's, cancer, I will put this behind me and not live in fear. Pray for me, I need strength. I can do it. I will do it.
The Tuesday before we left I went to Sloan Kettering in the city for the genetic testing. We'll see how that turns out. I'm pretty sure that will be negative, but my doctor suggested the testing since I'm so young to have breast cancer. They have a family tree all filled out and list causes of death, diseases, etc. for my family. Try doing that sometime. I was really surprised. I also found out that my cousin had breast cancer 9 years ago. They said it was small and they caught it early so she had a lumpectomy with radiation. Now she is diagnosed with metastatic disease and has terminal cancer in her stomach and spine. She is 48 I think. She is doing chemo to control it, but will never be cured. Keep her in your prayers. I haven't spoken to her in years, but called to get info for this genetic testing. We had a great conversation, and I'm so glad we got to talk. She's on my father's side, so they said her cancer is unrelated to mine. I wanted to get the genetic testing for my children. I figure the more information, the better.
I have been very emotional lately. I think because I spoke to my cousin and she's not doing so well. That could easily be me. That's why I chose to go full force with my treatments with chemo and radiation and now Tamoxifen. How do you know what to do? I chose not to get a bone scan, now I think I probably should have. I'll have to talk to my doctor and see what she thinks. I have an appointment this week with her.
I've also been having problems with my Crohn's disease. Same kind of pains as before that ultimately lead to the intestinal blockage that put me in the hospital last time. I was really sick today and spent most of the day laying down. I'm feeling better now, though, and will be in contact with my doctor at Mt. Sinai.
Now I'm getting mad! It's time for me to take my health back!! I'm not going to sit here and be sick. Diet, exercize, lots of water, supplements, whatever it takes. It's time I put Amy first, for myself, but mostly for my children. I don't want them to have to deal with a sick mommy all the time. I will not let sickness hold me back. Lance Armstrong took control of his health, and so can I. I can overcome anything, God willing. Crohn's, cancer, I will put this behind me and not live in fear. Pray for me, I need strength. I can do it. I will do it.
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