July at The Cancer Treatment Center of America

Can you believe it's July!!!! Wow, I sound like my parents, when I was young they always said...time sure is going fast. Anyway, Robbin and I got to Milwaukee yesterday evening, checked in to the hotel, ate dinner and were so tired we went to bed. I think it was 9:00. Today's appointments started at 7:45 and I was done by 1:30. Everything went so smoothly and fast that I wondered if I had forgotten something. All blood test were close to what they were last month so that was good news, the treatment was an easy one and the hormone shot wasn't to painful. As usual, everyone at the hospital was so welcoming and had smiling faces. I just love this place. It's my second home. I know they are here to take care of me and they are doing a great job of that. I always look forward to coming here. When we got back to the hotel, the first thing I thought about was a good coffee drink so off to the outlet malls we went. There is a great coffee store there, as some of you know, so we did get a blended coffee. It was so yummy....better than ice cream. The weather here is perfect. The high was around 80 with a little breeze. A great day for a walk. We return home in the morning. This trip is a fast one. Thanks to Robbin for his support in accompanying me and for all his love. And thank you to all supporters who make this all worth doing. Love you all!!

June in Zion

Once again I have come to Zion for my treatments. This month Mariann Bledsoe flew out with me and was so much support, too. Yesterday we went to one of the huge malls and spent about 6 hours walking around some really nice stores. And yes we both bought something. How does a women get out of a mall without a purchase? Today, I checked in at the hospital at 8:15 and my day began. While talking to the doctor, I realized once again why I am flying out here every month!! She is such a warm women with lots of information for me in every aspect that you can imagine. I feel like this is my extended family out here and just want to continue the treatment I am receiving. So the doctor told me that all blood test where normal and things are going like she hoped. We walked over for lunch then to start my infusion and shot. Mariann and I walked 48 miles to day!! Great exercise but it poops you out!! After I was done we rode back to the hotel and dropped our coats off so we could go shopping across the street at the outlet mall. Can you believe it?.......shopping for a few more hours!!! But really I had a great time with Mariann and as always she is a friend that everyone wants. I got her!! Thanks Mariann for all you do for Robbin and I. We are packed and ready for a margarita and dinner. Then relaxing for the night. We return tomorrow afternoon. I feel so good and pray that it continues. Thanks to all for the thoughts and prayers! God has taken me in His arms again and healed me. Thank You, God!! Love ya all!!

Test Results

I got to the hospital early again today. I checked in and started the appointments at 8:30. My doctor came in and told me that all blood test were normal and that the pet scan showed no changes. Wow were those good words to hear!!! She is happy that the femara shot is working like it should...that is an estrogen and progesterone blocker. It stops anymore cancer cells from developing. The infusion of zometa is also working fine....that is the med that heals the bone where the cancer is. It really lessens the pain in the bone. That is why I can tell when it is time for another treatment. Sherry was so much help today. It is always good to have someone with me just to lean on. When we were done at the hospital we decided to come back to the hotel and rest a little then go shopping and I wanted to take Sherry to Famous Daves. Yummy!!! We are packed and ready to get back home. I really miss Robbin! He has been such an inspiration and lots of help in prayer from the home front. Good news once again!!! Keep up the prayers. They really do work!! God is good!!!

Springtime in Chicago

May 5, 2010......I'm back at CTCA for my treatment and the weather is much warmer than Colorado! Today I had to be at the hospital at 8am to start the process of having a pet scan. It really is an easy test the only bad thing is I can't eat 6 hours prior! What!! No morning coffee?!?! That was hard to do but certainly worth it. I finished around 10:30 so was able to eat some breakfast then we headed back to the hotel. This time my friend Sherry Winters came with me. I am so blessed to have such supportive friends. Thank You!! As you know the outlet mall is just across the street so we headed over there on foot. Really wasn't looking for anything in particular but still ended up with a few bags. Tonight I did take Sherry to the Brat Stop for of course a brat and beer. Yummy!! Tomorrow I will get to the hospital at 8am to get started on my day. Infusion is at 11am so hope to be finished around 12-12:30. I will get all blood results and pet scan results tomorrow also so look for another blog tomorrow night. I will let you know how those turned out. Thanks again for all the thoughts and prayers. Love ya!!

April In Chicago

I can't believe it is time for another treatment. Wow time goes fast. I do hope you all are having fun in this fast paced world. This month my BFF Debbie Dilley came with me. I am so blessed with the friends that I have......so supportive. We left DIA at 7:45am Wednesday. The snow was coming down like it was the middle of winter. It's spring right? That afternoon I had a ct scan. After a short rest I took Debbie to the Brat Stop for a brat and beer. Oh and yes I did get some cheese orders filled. This morning we got up and ready for the day. My first appointment was 9am. By noon I was done. I saw my doctor before the infusion and was very pleased with the ct scan. She said everything look the same and the blood tests were all good too. An answer to a prayer!!! God has been so good to keep me feeling well and able to continue life without a lot of pain. We left the hospital, had lunch and went shopping. Tonight Debbie and I are in the room watching a movie and just relaxing. It's cold here but is expected to be warmer tomorrow. We want to try to go to the outlet mall and get some walking in. The exercise and of course the shopping is good for me!! We will be back home saturday. I want to thank everyone for the thoughts and prayers again. And thank you Debbie for your friendship. It means the world to me!!

March in Chicago

Weather is beautiful, people are so nice, hospital staff is the best but the hockey team staying at the hotel is obnoxious!!! My day started at 10am, same routine, feels rushed but they get the job done. My blood tests for the cancer markers stayed the same...just what I wanted! The day went by very fast and very smoothly. This month Marti Hudson, a great supporter and good friend, came with me. She really entertained me and anybody else that was walking past her or sitting next to her. I laughed all day long...best medicine ever!! Thanks Marti!!! I had to take her to the outlet mall of course. You know, there just isn't enough time in a day. Tomorrow we are going to a farmers market on the beach front. Does anyone want to come get the trailer that we may fill with the goods? Thanks to all of you for the support that you give to me. Once again I want to give the glory to God. He continues to answer prays and is so good!

Home...Happy and Healthy Again

We got home in time to watch the Super Bowl. Woohoo Saints!! Anyway, I am so thankful for my trip. It went smooth and when I got home I felt like a new person. The only thing that hurts is the shot I got in the rear. Ouch!!! My supporters are the best in the world! I want to say thank you to all who sent thoughts and prayers. Once again the prayers are being answered.

Thank you God!