Still bed resting, having a bout of upset stomach, and fighting an infection or two...still have not lost all hope for a pass for a few hours this weekend, but if it does not happen, it will be for good reason...Need to be sure the clot is dissapating and that there are no setbacks.
Mom is scheduled to begin radiation and chemotherapy on Thursday the 20th. She is very apprehensive and we are trying to keep her spirits up.
We are hoping to move some things to my house this weekend after we paint the room where Mom will be spending most of her time, we are trying to replicate her living room at home as much as possible, by bringing her beloved rocker and her table full of "stuff". Alyssa found a really pretty comforter and sham set that should make her feel nice and girly, I am sure Daddy is thrilled...There is plenty of room for him too, so we feel so blessed about the decision to have them at my house during her treatments. Everyday for 6 weeks is tough and Dad needs the help so this was the logical choice.
Mom has been urging us to shop for inspirational bangles or rings to wear for solidarity in this ugly fight, when we find just the right thing we will post a link so if anyone wants to get one, she would really love that!
And last but not least....she has officially become part of the crew....the crew cut club that is....a nurse helped her unify her hair do by clipping off the patches and now it just looks like she has verrrry short hair all over....she likes it and Adam, Alan, Ramon and Merk as well as all my sons are going to honor her with the same cut soon! ( I told her this was a really elaborate way to get Brandon's hair out of his eyes!) hee hee...
We have lots to do to prepare for her arrival, as well as the rehab at home people coming to train us on safety and things like that.
Thank you for your support, we love you all.
Amy
7 comments:
Just sending my love!!
What a caring family you have, Christie. I continue to check in several times daily to hear about your latest progress, and it sounds like you're keeping everything and everyone under control, girlfriend! I can't wait to see your new "do"!! I know you wil go through the on-going treatments with "flying" colors! Hope to see you soon.
Love and hugs,
Toni Rogers Jones
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I have to agree with Toni, I check in daily on your progress Christie and love that your family is taking such good care of you AND keeping all of your friends informed of your progress. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Keep up all the good work and do what they say. Looking forward to seeing you again really soon.
Karen Hughes
SOC Friend
To CT,
You have a great support system!
Loving thoughts are moving toward you like gentle waves.
From CT
hey Lady Bug, I bet you're new do looks great, is it as short as mine...hope to see you soon.
love ya
connie
Christie, You are a beautiful woman both inside and out, so the length of your hair makes no difference in how I view you. Use the time it would take to care for your hair to fight this battle. Kick butt!!! When you come up with a way for us to show our support and band together to fight this, please let me know. My heart is with you all the way...Love, Ada Ann
Christie, I really enjoyed our visit yesterday. I know you're looking forward to that day-pass and getting your nails done! You are making such great progress...keep up the good work!
Love ya,
Toni Rogers Jones
SOC Friend
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