Whew! This is an off week for any chemo, thankfully! This past week was very much like two weeks ago – Monday – Wednesday i felt “ok.” i was only a little nauseous so i could eat some regular meals. Thursday morning started the same, a few SE started in the morning, getting a little worse around 11-12’sh. They really kicked in Thursday night through Friday night. i was not able to stray far from my bed. i wanted so to sleep Thursday night, but couldn’t which made Friday worse.
Unfortunately one of my babies had some stomach troubles of his own, and we had quite a mess in my room. i did as much as i could, but nausea and weakness limited what i could do. Thankfully we have a great friend, (Thank you Vickie!!) who was already coming over on Friday. She was able to help with what i couldn’t, and the three of us (me, cuddles and casper) were able to sleep most of Friday away. What a blessing. You never realize how precious some things are, until you don’t have them. Even a simple thing, like sleeping in your own warm, comfy bed!
Saturday and Sunday were the two days when i would get out of breath just walking across the family room, so i was still on track! Usually my biggest issue on Mondays is the weakness, but i am usually able to eat and move about easier. For some reason i woke up this morning with a few SE that really messed me up. i also feel weaker than yesterday! Hmm. i hope this is not going to be a trend. We are having rehearsals and setup for “Celebrate Christmas Together” this week. i hope this doesn’t continue for the rest of the week.
Today is day 7. Days are counted from the date of infusion, and certain things usually happen on certain days. Day 7 through about Day 10 is supposed to be the time frame when your WBC are at their lowest. Those are the days when i avoid large crowds, being enclosed in a room with someone who is sick, etc. It is also a time when i get very tired very easy. i am determined to do what i can, until i can’t. There are a lot of people who do a lot more, when they feel a lot worse, so i can “suck it up buttercup!” So if you see me for the next few days and i am off to the side more than usual, don’t take it personally.
And as a personal note, Southeast’s “Celebrate Christmas Together” starts this coming Friday evening! We have service on Saturday evening, and then it runs from Sunday through Friday next week! (December 7, 9-14). It is a great family time, with things for kids of all ages!! i hope to see you there, or at least see lots of pictures on facebook. ha ha.
And remember, Jesus is the Reason for the Season!
