Just talked to Mom this morning. She's still in the hospital in Victoria, but no longer in 'reverse isolation'. And she's had three radiation treatments this week! That means she's only got 5 more to go... fingers crossed.
If her blood count is high enough, she'll get to go home for the weekend, then back to the Lodge next week. They are going to wait for a few weeks to resume chemotherapy, make sure her white blood cell count is really strong.
They've also given her a new 'thing' called Throat Freeze (or something like that). She swishes that in her mouth then swallows. It's giving her a lot of relief, and I think that's helping to bring back her positive attitude. As you can imagine, it was a little bit on weak side this week...
Uncle Lloyd (Mom's brother) has been in Victoria to see her, that has meant a huge amount to Mom. The meaning and value of family sure becomes apparent during a crisis.
I'll be seeing Mom next week, so will post again soon.
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ayaHi Aunty Fern.
I didn't know about this blog or I'd have started commenting sooner.
Just want you to know that I'm thinking about you and praying for you.
By the way, I think you make a beautiful bald lady. Love you, keep laughing.
Dorothy
Hi Fern:
Greetings and very best wishes from Thailand. We just learned about the blog and a sincere 'THANK YOU' to Donna. You're doing a great job keeping friends and family informed.
Well Fern, you've been through 'hell and back' with just a few treatments to go. So hang in there. We're all praying for you and sending you nothing but positive vibes. Nice to see you maintain that sense of humour. While it can sometimes be difficult to smile through clenched teeth, you seem to have master the art quite well. Remember that it's a battle that can be won. As painful and unpleasant as it is, I'd do it again in a heartbeat. Now three years, seven months and counting.
Incidentally, while scrolling down the blog page, that photo of you and Joe had me stumped for a few seconds. I thought "Who's taking the chemo, anyway?" Get Joe to try on one of those wigs.
Wishing you continued strength and courage, and looking forward to seeing you in August.
Love, Gerry and Lek
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