I’m back

Round 3 of chemo didn’t go as well as I had hoped . Lots of nausea and unreal fatigue . I had heard chemo fatigue was a real thing but I am at a loss for words to describe. Your limbs and hands feel so heavy that you can’t pick up a water glass, your hips are sore from laying in bed but turning over seems like an insurmountable task. You look at stairs and have to conjure up the spirit of Sir Edmund Hillary to get you up them . Any way that’s how I have felt for the last 2 weeks but round 4 starts in 2 days so gotta get my sh** together in a hurry ! On the positive side ,I had a lovely Mothers Day the kids decorated my bedroom with pictures and flowers ! The girls , Brooklynn and Rhiannon had a lemonade stand sale and made $100 to take to NS with them for their big summer holiday ! Andrew had his grade 9 farewell ,he looked so handsome ,very proud of him! Andrew got his learners and has been practicing driving with Ken and both have survived ! Thanks to my friends and family who have been so thoughtful with cards ,calls, texts, food and care packages ,we appreciate it so much ! I can’t help but be reminded of the poem “Footsteps “ in the verse where it says “I love you and I would never leave you. During your times of trial and suffering, when you see only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you.” I feel like my family and friends have been carrying me and I want to thank you all for that . Take care Susan xx

27 Responses

  1. Dear Susan. My heart breaks for the suffering you are having to endure to get healthy again. You have such a wonderful outlook and always seem to find the courage to keep going. It is so inspiring to read about your journey and have brave you are to let the rest of us know what it has been like for you and the family. Sending hugs and lots of good wishes.

  2. Thanks for sharing Susan. Even though it’s difficult, we appreciate the update. All the best for round four, one step closer.
    Always by your side…..

  3. Sending positive vibes to you Susan. Not a pleasant process to go through. I’m sorry you have had to endure all of this. Hugs to you.

  4. I think of you so often. I’m sorry to hear of the struggle you’re going through. Try to keep your chin up as there’s no doubt prayers are sent up for you daily.

  5. Prayers are being produced on a daily basis for you… Thinking of you every day and know you will be on the upswing soon…See you soon.

  6. Even through these trying times, you manage to write a wonderful post. I hope round 4 is much kinder to you! Take care and hang in there! 🫂

  7. Hi Susan Glad you are feeling a bit better, good luck with your next treatment! I had said to my daughter Denise before I left for home that you weren’t feeling good or we would of heard from you! Most importantly is that you are and have to look after yourself first! IThink of you often . You are a strong woman!

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