2nd Chemo Treatment 2/21/08
Sorry, it's Monday and I haven't updated yet. Chemo was Thursday. It went better this time. I went back in Friday for fluids and shots. I was tired and a little nauseated Saturday and Sunday but much better than last time. I had more fluids today but escaped the shots since my blood counts were good. I felt pretty bad this morning but was up and outside this afternoon after the fluids. Hopefully, I'll feel better and better over the next few days. Thankfully the doctor changed my dose a little and is making me have fluids more than before. I'm so happy that I'm not exhausted and sick like I was last time. It makes me actually think there is a light at the end of the tunnel. The rest of my stubble is coming out. I should be a full blown cue ball soon. It's so white! I never dreamed my head was so white since I'm Italian. I suppose it'll be tan in a few weeks. It was actually 88 degrees here today, but 57 tomorrow, back to 70's this weekend. I know, all you Mainers hate me right now... how about a little more snow! ~Erica
How it all began......
Welcome to my website! This site was created by my wonderful friend Angela to keep everyone I love updated on my “Journey” beating Breast Cancer.
I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer on December 19, 2007 @ 4:30 in the afternoon. It was quite possibly the worst phone call I’ve ever received. The doctors kept telling me that I was “too young”… it’s probably just a cyst or a fibroid (benign tumor). So, I had convinced myself of the same. Imagine my shock and fear when the doctor said “I hate to tell you this, but it IS cancer.”
I didn’t really know how to react. At first I cried a little. Then, I was ok. Then cried some more, then, ok. It wasn’t until I saw the surgeon and learned of the best option for survival, a double mastectomy, that I really broke down. I had a meltdown for a couple of days and then I was fine. I’ve been pretty good with it ever since. I know that I can beat this sneaky disease and I will live a long life with the loves of my life; my husband Jason, and my 2 boys, Will & Nathan.
Jason had a hard time at first. He just kept thinking the worst, that I wouldn’t make it. He’s doing much better now that we’ve seen all the doctors and the prognosis is good.
The kids don’t really understand. Will (who’s almost 4) thinks mommy is having an operation, that’s it. Nathan just turned 1 so he just wants to be held all the time. That will be the hardest thing on me. I love to hold my babies and I won’t be able to pick them up for awhile.
Thankfully, my mom, Kathy, has come to the rescue. She is here as long as we need her. I am truly blessed to have such a wonderful mother and family. My sister is coming from Alaska, pregnant and all, to help out too. My dad is coming back soon and Jason’s parents, Rick & Jan along with his whole extended family are just a phone call away if I need them. Unfortunately, my brother, Steve can’t come although he wants to. I even have my friends from Maine that want to come and help! Thank you Christina and Nikki for offering. My friends here, Angela, Oti, Julie & Niki are all on standby also. They’re ready at a moments notice for whatever we need. I love you all, I can’t say how good it makes me feel to be loved.
Everyone I know is praying for us which is so wonderful. I appreciate all the prayers. Only God knows what will happen but I’m confident that he will pull me through.
Anyway, I hope you log on to find out how we’re doing down here in Texas. My surgery is January 9th @ 7:30 a.m. I’ll be in the hospital for 2 nights.
I hope this site can help anyone else who gets this horrible disease, although I pray that none of you ever have to experience it.
Love to all!
Erica
5 comments:
We are so happy to hear this time is going better! What an answer to prayer. We love you guys,
The Guthrie's
Erica,
I am sooooo happy to hear things are going better!!! The end is in sight! Hang tough and try to keep your spirits high....you are amazing!! All my love and prayers are with you as always, Janice
erica,
YOU LOOK GREAT!!!!!!!!Be strong!
Miss you always,
Lor
You sound amazing Erica. Keep those positive thoughts and energy, it is obviously helping!
Hugs from Maine!
Katie
I miss you, I hope you are feeling well this week!!!! Give the boys a hug for me.
Love,
Christina
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