Chemo sucks!
Ok, I sincerely hope that none of you reading this ever have to go through Chemo. The first day was a blur, 4 hrs there, then home and I slept until Friday. I had to go in for a shot on Friday to boost my White blood cells but when I got there I was so nauseated and pale that they gave me IV fluids and more nausea meds. Thankfully, the nausea went away but I sleep all the time. I'm so exausted from the Chemo killing off my blood cells that I can hardly stay awake. Not to mention the shot makes every inch of my body ache because it is forcing it to rapidly make new blood cells. It hurts just laying down. On the plus side, these are only suppose to last for 7 days and then I have 14 glorious normal days until it starts over again. I just have to keep thinking, "only 5 more times and I'm done." ~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
6 comments:
You can do it Erica, you can do it! Like you said, you have one down, only 5 more to go. . . everyone will be cheering for you every step of the way!
Double hugs from Maine!
Katie
Erica,
We are sorry to hear of your illness. My family was recently struck by Cancer and we know that it is a tough battle. Your strength shows in your blogs. Please know that our prayers are with you.
The pictures of you and your family are beautiful!
-Jo Anna(Rice) & Darren Corey
Erica,
you have gone through so much already. This is so hard, but you are doing the right thing looking ahead...5 more and you a done!!!
We will all have to celebrate!
Stay positive. You are doing so great. I'm so proud of your strength. Hang in there...the end is in sight....We are all praying hard for you! Love, Janice
Erica
I was so sorry to hear about your illness. Your road has been so difficult but it sounds like you have remained strong throughout and that is so very important.
And use your support system, your family and friends, they'll give you the extra push you need on those tough days.
My prayers are with you and your family.
-Jayme(Rice)Davis
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You did it! Your first week is behind you! Our family has been really inspired by your positive attitude, and the girls are cheering for you. You are still in our prayers...
Love always, the Guthrie's
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