Monday, December 9, 2013

Hiccough (Hiccup)

A slight setback in the overall plan... My lymphocyte levels were too low today to do Chemo.  This is a bummer, since I was already there and set to go and would've liked to get this round over with.  BUT, and I want to be pretty clear on this, the Doc did not seem overly concerned.  She said that "this happens".  And, that waiting a few extra days for Chemo is not going to change anything, other than that it gives my body a few extra days to recover from the effects of Chemo to my immune system.

So...while I am super-bummed since this pretty much revokes my "Rock Star" status, I am trying to look on the bright side of things:
  1. It means I won't feel sick at Kyrie's orchestra concert on Thursday
  2. It means I get a few extra days off of feeling pretty good.
  3. It means I should feel pretty good this coming weekend since I am on all the wunder-drugs.
We have rescheduled Round 4A for Friday, which will take up most of the day, then.  And then 4B will be on Monday.  So, unfortunately, I will probably not feel the best on Tuesday and Wednesday.  But luckily, we don't have much going on on Tuesday and hopefully I will be feeling better by the kids church pageant on Wednesday evening.  Even if I don't, I will be sucking it up (Buttercup!) because I cannot miss that - Declan is going to be Joseph!

It was a bit of a rough day, since I didn't take this news all that well after having a hard time with crazy kids early on in the morning.  But, the doctor did convince me that this is not a big deal, so I am choosing to see it that way.  No pictures of the fun, since there was none, but I did take a picture of the Breast Cancer Center Christmas tree.  I thought it was very pretty.


Oh!  The other silver lining - my husband took me out to lunch at The Chancery.  It was nice to have that quiet time with him and to enjoy some delicious food that didn't taste weird or off.

Hmm...but the black(?) lining - I don't feel like I deserve these beautiful flowers that were waiting for me upon our return.  I guess I will have to endeavor to earn them on Friday instead.  Thank you, Matthew.

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6 comments:

  1. CarrieDecember 9, 2013 at 8:10 PM

    Of course you deserve flowers today!!! Disappointed here too that you did not get to do your chemo today..but you are still a rock star in my book. You have truly taught me so much about life perspective over these last few months. Love you lots :)

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  2. JeannieDecember 9, 2013 at 9:42 PM

    You better be sleeping as I write this :)-. You can do this sweetheart, just a little wrinkle in time. Get loads of rest and don't get around any nasty germs!!!! That part I mean. Kick that nasty cancer Kel!!! Your army is here and ready to keep loving and supporting you. Everyday miracles Kel!!!

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  3. ElisaDecember 10, 2013 at 1:22 AM

    YOU are a rock star for a reason, because you get to be the cancer kicker, even if it takes an extra few days!
    Keep your chin up - up on a comfy pillow that is - this week and get some rest and go in ready on Friday!

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  4. Berrall FamilyDecember 10, 2013 at 2:56 PM

    All the three above wrote what I was thinking! You are a rock star, Kelly! Despite this minor setback, you are still deserving of flowers. I am thankful for you and appreciate these updates you provide on your blog. Much love to you while you REST this week! :)

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  5. AnonymousDecember 11, 2013 at 9:25 PM

    Kelly, delay in the chemo RX also means you'll be able to enjoy the brat dinner coming on Thurs. eve. This minor delay is quite common and it'll give your body a little extra time for the "kicking the big C exercise" keeping you in our prayers. Karen H.

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  6. UnknownDecember 12, 2013 at 9:51 PM

    We have never met, but we have a couple things in common. We both have lots of kiddos and are both fighting the good fight. Your husband was thoughtful enough to share your playlist and it's on my list of things to do this weekend. Thank you for that :) my journey is different...but prayers are the same. Praying for healthiness for your family too :)

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