Yesterday, mom had her first treatment. Thankfully, it was pretty non-eventful. She went in at 9am; they sat her in a recliner and hooked her up to the IV. After the anti-nausea medication, they gave her the chemo and she just sat in the chair, reading and visiting to us and the other patients. It turned out to be a long day (she was not done until after 3pm), but she was not in any pain or discomfort. Thank you, God!
All your prayers are definitely working, and mom wanted to let you know that her two biggest requests were answered: she was not nauseous and our dad's spirits are up. Of course, this has been very rough on our dad, but yesterday he was able to smile and joke around a little bit. We all think that humor is one of God's many gifts that will get us through this, so this was great!
The nurses were able to sit with us and talk about which meds to take, what to do, and what to expect. They are so helpful, and we are very grateful that they have taken such good care of mom. They told us that she will not begin to feel pain or discomfort until about Sunday, so we are all just watching her like some sort of time-bomb. We just kept asking "how are you feeling now?", and then five minutes later "how about now?".
This morning, she went in for another quick injection, which should help boost her white cell count. Apparently, this injection, Nulestra, might cause some bone aches, but so far so good. She is pretty fatigued, and she said that she feels a little "floaty", like you would after taking cold medicine or something. All in all, today was a good day. She had some pain in her lower back and experienced a little spell of nausea, but she was able to relax and rest.
We can not thank you all enough for your prayers! They are felt throughout the day and continue to give mom strength. She is overwhelmed by the outpouring of love by everyone and feels very blessed. Our prayer requests are that she can continue to get the rest she needs and that she is protected from catching any other sicknesses that might compromise her health.
Thank you all so much!
The Kids
Friday, March 21, 2008
One down;three more to go!
Posted by Katie Rudd at 10:52 PM
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Dear 'sweet' Barbara,
We hope you had a wonderful Easter today with your family. We continue to lift you up in our prayers daily!
Laura, Oran & family
Hi Barb-
So, you felt floaty this weekend? Now you know how I've felt for the last 30 years (roger would say 56)! But, I imagine, for a lady with both feet on the ground, having the world spin around faster than you are is a novel experience!
Okay, enough of the bad humor... Every weekend, our Sabbath School Class pray for you, and they get updated on you. They know a lot more about you than you do them!! Hopefully, paranoia doesn't run in your family! Okay, another bad attempt at humor.
I think of you daily, and with my scattered thoughts, it is quite unusual. I believe the Lord wants me to lift you up, throughout the day, not just for your sake, but for all of us who love you so much.
Be well, my dear friend... the Lord, and all of us are watching over you and your family.
Nina
Okay, here's a little humor to give you a bit of a giggle attack: you know you need a few endorphins to chase the porpoises away!
The following statements were found on patient's charts during a recent review of medical records. These statements were written by various health care professionals including (we're afraid) a doctor or two at several major hospitals:
"The lab test indicated abnormal lover function."
"Exam of genitalia reveals that he is circus sized."
"The skin was moist and dry."
"The patient had waffles for breakfast and anor- exia for lunch."
"She stated that she had been constipated for most of her life until1989 when she got a divorce."
"The patient was in his usual state of good health until his airplane ran out of gas and crashed."
"I saw your patient today, who is still under our car for physical therapy."
"The patient lives at home with his mother, father, and pet turtle, who is presently enrolled in day care three times a week."
"Bleeding started in the rectal area and continued all the way to Los Angeles."
"Both breasts are equal and reactive to light and accommodation."
"She is numb from her toes down."
"Exam of genitalia was completely negative except for the right foot."
"While in the emergency room, she was examined, X-rated and sent home.
The patient was to have a bowel resection. However, he took a job as stockbroker instead."
"When she fainted, her eyes rolled around the room."
"Examination reveals a well-developed male lying in bed with his family in no distress."
Barkley Family,
The Konigsmark Family understands the battle all too well. We will continue to pray for your quick recovery. I am sorry you are going through this, but you are close to our hearts.
Andy Konigsmark
Hi Barb:
i just got your newsletter and was so surprised about your illness.
i certainly will be praying for you and we know that the Lord will be with you with all that is going on in your life. you look great sitting there.
I can't believe how the kids are just all grown up. of course mine are also. Julie is having her 3rd girl any day now. please keep in touch if you can. i would love hearing from you
i love you
linda Garber Emery
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