Well we have a special guest for tonight's blog entry...MOM! Here's an exact copy / paste from what she emailed me this afternoon, and we all know she can speak for herself. :)
"today's update....
no bmb today because dr. couldn't fit it in schedule. He is confident of outcome and will do it this time tomorrow afternoon. the pole meds have already been ordered.
wbc 3 - this is good what we expect coming off the neupogen [?] platelets - 11 so I got one unit Hg 7.9, still what we expect from a healthy, successful induction chemo.
Last prednizone is tomorrow. YIPPEE! but I have been sleeping good so no complaints. The blood sugar thing with prednizone is wacky. I tried to walk with walker today and just couldn't because BS was too high. If you are not diabetic, prednizone will make you that way. the MP3 player that peggy's beau made for me finally turned up yesterday. several days after I started sleeping again. It's a live and learn atmosphere in the hospital.
ending another antibiotic today.
only thing I will go home with is anti-fungal meds. no more pneumonium bros. ever. I will have to research the fungal vs. bacterial pneumonia.
Have learned that new doc, Aljitawi, is married, but everyone on floor is talking about the hickey. no more info on that! I like him a lot. but a funny response "Yeah I heard about that...."
watching olympics, sleeping. can't ask for more than that. Will be happy to get off the prednizone. Am not diabetic. or blind.
I know now that blood sugar is why I couldn't attain the goal of "walker to the loo" yesterday. Thinking about equipment we need to rent for home at least short term. walker. shower chair. commode. (sigh) but things could change up in a hurry when I finally get off the prednizone.
I have a bony little head, surprisingly and am anxious for new hair. Pleased the only real chemo side effect was loss of hair. This I can live with."
Also, here's what she said about the amazing 400M Freestyle Relay last night:
"I watched it live last night. just awesome.
the french guy put his hand on the aisle separator same time as wall. hurt his butt..tsk tsk"
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I think I'm up first tonight - wow.
Another day of fabulous news. I understand only toooooo well how much your BG (blood glucose) affects your energy level and overall ability to do anything. I cannot imagine having to deal with all you are going through while experiencing BG highs at the same time. You are one hell of a trooper Cathi!
We are all waiting to hear confirmation of the good news we expect from the BMB tomorrow (Tuesday).
Keep cheering on Phelps. Have you seen that cell phone commercial with the Phelps Phan? (giggle)
Ben promises that he will be posting his first cut of photos to the 'net. And, he promises to post a message here on the blog.
We love you Cathi! We are all your #1 fans.
-gail
Cathi,
How cool to read your own words! I am grinning ear to ear. I didn't understand what you were talking about with the blood sugar stuff b/c of typo it said BS and of course I thought you ment Bull Sh*t level. I laughed so hard!
You have a lovely boney little head and a great big strong heart. Hair is a much over rated asset. Takes alot of time to take care of and tend to clog up the drains.
Keep on keepin on girl!
Love and Kisses,
Nina
Great to see you back on the blog! And with more good news.
With each med that they drop from your menu, you get a little feistier! I'm wondering if you really needed all of them or was that a ruse to keep you under control????
Keep taking those steps and making them bigger each time. Home is on the horizon and growing ever closer.
Prayers for the right results from your BMB.
Good morning Cathi!
So great to have an update from you in person. Conor has been doing a spectacular job at keeping us all informed in your 'absence' - he truly deserves a Gold Medal.
So much positive news, you're doing fantastically. Fingers crossed the biopsy and result are both non-events.
Both my Blackberry and my home email account are still playing up. Amazing how reliant we've become on technology. This blog is a testament to how powerful and wonderful the internet can be. You can practically hear us all rooting for you!!!
lots of love #2 GOT
Hey Cathi,
I've been over at Lyndall's all weekend and then just put in a 17 hour day on the computer so I've been away from the blog for a couple days.
Dang, what a difference a few days makes. I'm so happy to hear how well you're doing!!!
So happy you got to get out & breathe some fresh air.
I saw Phelps swim twice tonight. He is amazing. I think he is a determined to win as you are.
And, I have to say the Chinese gymnastic team is pretty amazing as well.
Here's to winning this race.
xoxox
Carla
Cathi,
So good to hear from you. Conor has been doing a great job keeping everyone informed. But to hear from you is great!!!!!
Have had tech difficulities on my computer. I am finally off the diabled list thanks to Greg. Didn't realize how much I rely on this thing. Did talk to Deb for updates.
Hopefully the lotion has arrived. Will send more this week.
Know that I think of you often. Your progress is amazing. Keep up the good work.
You are amazing.
Love
Diane
Good Morning,
Bet you are glad to be well enough to be back in charge, or the rest of them letting you think you are in charge. The blog has been such a great way for all of us to keep abreast of your progress and it seems to be progress in leaps and bounds now. You probably won't hve to put up with my lousy jokes for much longer so I guess I had better torture you while I can
A brunette and a blonde are walking along in a park one morning.
Suddenly, the brunette notices a dead bird. "Awww, look at the dead birdie," she says sadly.
The blonde stops, looks up into the sky, and says, "Where? Where?"
Okay, okay, quit groaning. Well guess I had better get to work since that is what they actually pay me to do here.
Take Care
Love Ya
GOT#3
WOW Fabulous news, hearing from you. If hair is all you loose, I have wigs waiting for your head.
I have not contributed to the joke pool. Wanted to send you my Irish joke although it is a little long, I can't stop Laughing. I know how you enjoy your coffee, so thought you would enjoy this one.
Blessed are the cracked, for they let in the light!
An Irish woman of advancing years talked to her physician to solicit his help
in reviving her husband's flagging libido.
'What about trying Viagra?' asks the doctor.
'Not a chance,' she said. 'He won't even take an
aspirin!'
'Not to fret,'replied the doctor. 'Give him an Irish Viagra.'
'What's an Irish Viagra, Doctor?'
'That's where you just drop the Viagra into his
morning coffee. He won't even taste it,' replied the
doctor. 'Give it a try and call me in a week
to let me know how things went.'
Not even a week had gone by before she called the
doctor, who directly inquired as to the progress of
the experiment.
The poor dear exclaimed, 'Oh, faith, bejaysus and
begorrah! T'was horrid, just too terrible, doc!'
'Really? What happened?' asked the doctor.
'Well, I did as you advised. I slipped the Viagra
into his morning coffee and it took effect almost
immediately. He jumped hisself straight up, with a
twinkle in his eye and with his pants a-bulging
proudly! With one swoop of his arm, he sent the
cups and tablecloth a flying , ripped me clothes to
tatters and took me then and there, making wild,
mad, passionate love to me right on the tabletop!
T'was a nightmare, I tell you, an absolute nightmare!'
'Why so terrible?' asked the doctor. 'Do you mean to
say the sex your husband gave you wasn't any good?'
'Oh, no, no, no, doctor, the sex was fine indeed!
T'was the best sex I've had in twenty-five years!
But sure as I'm sittin' here before you, I'll never
be able to show me face in Starbucks again!
Have a good day and we'll pray for good news tomorrow
Love You
Patty
Ha! Still laughing at the jokes! There's an advantage to posting late in the day.
All sounds good there in KC, Cathi. I hope today went well with the bmb and you get a good sleep. Lots of love, Robbie
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