Chemo Journal-Day 6
September 17-Day 6
A.M. Wow, I woke up this morning and just had to journal before the day got “officially” started. I feel great today! It’s only 8:37 A.M. and I’m showered and dressed and I’ve been to the mail box! (So, my “get ready” time has drastically been cut in half due to my short new do, but that’s okay, because I love it. My hair, that is. I love it.)
I just knew today was going to be full of energy and activity, however, I was quickly reminded that I’m not quite up to par, as my brisk walk to the mail box left me winded and tired. I’m now taking a break, like a good little girl. Just as my body told me to. I’m super excited to be in less pain and have energy today to actually live a little. It may be just bundled up in my house with the girls team on this chilly day, but at least I feel up to it! Yay for Saturdays!
P.M. So, I’m taking another “Mommy time-out.” Today has been great. I consider it successful. It’s 4:10 and this is my first “break.” Mel, MC and I went to the Rooster this morning for breakfast. After breakfast, he headed to work and I took MC to the doctor. She’s been coughing like crazy, so I finally took her in. (I was a bit nervous being out alone-images of my experience just yesterday flooded my mind. Passing out in the pediatricians office is not something I ever want to do. Ever-that’s just gross.)
Lucky day, we had no wait. Zilch. None. Crazy. In and out and shopping for candy corn at Wal-greens in less than 15 minutes. Later on, McCanless arrived at home (after spending the night with Nonnie) just in time for a newly downloaded Winnie-the-Pooh Heffalump movie, one of my favorite Halloween movies. We’ve played around the house. We’ve been outside. I’ve done laundry. They’ve ruined the house. Wonderfully, typical. Now, the girls are probably wreaking havoc in the neighborhood somewhere. I told them to give me 15 minutes to sit. Hopefully, they are in our yard.
I’m tired, but not much more than I probably would feel on a busy but lazy Saturday afternoon. Mel will be home in time for the Carolina game tonight and we’re having Mom’s New England Clam Chowder, my favorite. A glorious typical Saturday! Go Cocks!
Overall Day 6 Chemo-Fabulous!
5 Comments
Angela on September 17th, 2011
YAY!! I’m so glad to hear it!
🙂 Angela
Betsy on September 17th, 2011
Yay! So happy today is a better day.
On a sidenote: It is crazy that chemo causes so much havoc on your body!
Rachel Medlin on September 17th, 2011
Great! Enjoy! So glad today is a better day, Kerri; just remember to “listen” to your body. You’re going to get through this just fine! 🙂
Rachel
Terri Woodham on September 18th, 2011
I never enjoyed cooking as much as I do now. I give me great pleasure knowing I can do this much for you.
You looked great yesterday; cute short-cut (as Mary Clare puts it) and you seemed at ease with all that’s going on.
So proud of you for letting all of us do a little something for you, Mel and the girls. Let us do more we love you. Take advantage of us!!! Rest all you can-I love naps!
All my love, MOM
jennifer waldrop on September 17th, 2011
SO glad to hear that you are feeling great this morning. I hope you have a wonderful day with your family, snuggling with your girls and watching Gamecock football. I want to say that your blog would make a great inspirational book someday!!!! God Bless!! Jennifer