Today was my third infusion of Adriamycin and Cytoxin ( my friendly drugs that are distroying the unwanted cancer cells). So, I am three-quarters of the way thru this regimen of drugs. The drugs I am on now are the strongest I will get..... altho they are all strong. I have a steroid shot to begin the treatment. Which explains my appetite and energy today.... it will last about one more day, then tired and listless for a couple of days.
While getting my treatment I reread a book written by Becky Eidson Luethy. Becky is the daughter of George and Marge Eidson from Tecumseh. We have known the Eidson's since the early 70's. George and Cal worked together at the Lenawee Intermediate School District. Becky and her brother Andy were enough years older than Kevin and Andy to baby sit with our childern. Becky would come so perpared with books to read, projects to make. We had a big sand box in the back yard that was outlined with railroad ties...... so it was big. Becky brought project ideas to make in the sand like making wax candle shapes. Our boys loved it when the Eidson's came to play with them. Andy Eidson always played catch, or games with a ball.
Becky, now a young mother of two childern, lives in St. Louis, Mo. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2005. She created a blog, which gave me the impetus too, to journal her jouney. A friend had her blog and comments published. Reading it is very helpful to the patient and their families. Her Lutheren Faith is so strong. She describes her emotions, concerns, anger, frustration, calmness, resolve, but most of all her trust in the Lord. Thank you Becky for sharing your experience, I know your book will be a tremendous guide for others, It has been for me.
This experience has been life changing for me. It has drawn me closer to my faith. I am reading the Bible and other spiritual readings. Often times we go to God in times of trouble or fear, but need to remember to put him foremost everyday.
Revelation 21:4 "He will remove all of their sorrows, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. For the old world and its evils are gone forever, And the one sitting on the throne said, "Look, I am making all things new!"
Love, and peace,
Martha
I am glad that your faith is helping you through this, and that Becky's book has helped you feel less alone as you work your way through this journey.
ReplyDeleteMartha: Thanks so much for mentioning my blog; I'm glad it's been helpful to you. Writing can be quite liberating, can't it? While I initially started the blog so that I could keep friends and family updated in a timely manner, the writing soon became therapy in itself. I hope that is what your writing has become for you too.
ReplyDelete75% done with A/C? Great! About two weeks after your final treatment with A/C, your hair should start to grow back. Neulasta/neupogen is a wonder drug. If you can tolerate the aches and pains it sometimes causes, you will be well-rewarded with a higher blood count and overall better health. Love, Becky