Three Down….Six To Go!

Chemo day three today!

Not having set expectations was to be the lesson for this past week.

Anyone that knows me well, knows I’m normally organized and very much appreciate planning, preparedness and no surprises. Cancer likes to laugh at and challenge this all.the.time!

I thought I’d have an idea how I’d feel this past week, having been through week one and having new plans in place.

Praises…….no nausea! 🙌 minimal pain!🙌 better sleep!🙌

Unexpected……extreme exhaustion hitting already and major muscle fatigue with minor feet/leg swelling, making even basics around the house a challenge. I had hoped to feel well enough to attend church and enjoy a few March Break activities with our children but they were not to be or at least not how I had hoped.

So blessed with an amazing husband, helpful children, wonderful friends and delicious meals when I’m unable.

The children had a wonderful day and slept well after two scavenger hunts in one afternoon!😴 I spent more time driving and sitting than I’d hoped but loved being out with them. I also had a precious visit with my sweet mom. Cherishing each day with her, not knowing how long she’ll be with us. 😔🥰

More than a little discouraged to be headed in for my third treatment today without having any real break, no “good” days.

The discouragement continued when my portacath was inaccessible today. I chose to have it put in place for these treatments as my veins are very hard to access. The port had completely flipped itself over! A very rare occurrence! Blessed once again that my surgeon was in the building and able to manually flip it. We’ll see if it stays but may need to have it stitched into place because of my lack of fat in that area to form scar issue around it.

So treatment today went into my arm. Thankful for skillful hands that got my IV in on the first try! Huge Praise!!!❤

We have this as a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul, a hope that enters into the inner place behind the curtain,
Hebrews 6:19 ESV

Even in the midst of discouragement I had another sweet visit with my mom, our children had a wonderful day and we got to visit with one of my sister’s and nephew today! God knows how to bless our heart in ways we don’t even know to ask for!❤

Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.
Romans 8:26 ESV

Not looking forward to the side affects coming from today’s treatment BUT very much looking forward to my week “off”! Praying for some “good” feeling days during this break. My next dose is scheduled for April 1st.

Thank you to all those praying for me, for us!

Thank you to all those that have brought meals! I can not even begin to express what a blessing this is!

I have scans, bone & CT, scheduled for April 7th! Join us is praying for huge positive results already!

Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.
Hebrews 11:1 ESV