Third Round Down!

Dear Friends & Fam,

I hope everyone is doing great and staying warm! My apologies for not checking in sooner… I do have some news to report…

My third round of chemo went smooth last Monday…the staff at St. Mary’s Cancer Center is so kind and the volunteers are awesome. I was also super lucky this time around to have my sister Michelle here from Florida watching over me. Six hours in the chair goes by fast when you’re napping under the vigilance of your big sister. 😇🥰😴

Since Monday, I’ve been extremely tired…but doing OK otherwise. No nausea to report (yay!!) but back pain (from the tumor on my T8 vertebrae) is still nagging at me, unfortunately…still making it difficult to get a good night’s sleep. 😒 Luckily I’ve trained for this (TWICE!) having babies keep me up all through the night. Babies were much more fun. ❤️😇

I have no news to report (yet) on how well chemo is working, but since I’ve been tolerating it fairly well, my doctor wants me to go all six rounds. Since I’ve done three already, that means I’m halfway done (more yay!!).

A scan is scheduled for the first week in February and we’re hoping and praying for positive news! Heartfelt thanks to those who have joined in the prayers and in sending out positive thoughts. Please keep them coming! 🙏❤️👍

In other news, I start radiation soon to target the tumor on my vertebrae; it’s being scheduled now. The plan is to undergo radiation ten days. Five days on, weekend, five more days. Let’s blast this tumor back to the infernos! I’m anxious to alleviate the back pain, and the doc is confident radiation will help, so let’s go!

As always, I’m so appreciative of all the love I’ve been receiving. Get well cards, letters and special packages… I’m truly grateful. For once the mailman is delivering something besides a load of bills and junk-mail and I look forward to getting the mail! 😆 If I haven’t touched base personally yet, I apologize…you’re on my list and definitely in my heart. ❤️📝

I’m grateful for little miracles. I’ve connected/reconnected with distant family, old friends, strengthened existing relationships, and even been blessed by complete strangers. A lot of good has come out of this difficult situation. Thanks to ALL for your love and concern and for making the journey so much more bearable, just by caring!

I have to mention my very special surprise visitor from Texas… one of my best friends from high school, Jen stopped in to see me. Loved seeing your face, sweet friend. ❤️❤️❤️ Xo

Thanks again to my sister Michelle for coming from Florida to spend the week with me and help out while Brad was out of town for work a few days. Such precious time. Thanks for everything, Sissy. I love you so much.

I hope everyone has an excellent weekend, stay warm and take care! Xoxo

Love & blessings always,
Jammie