Forecast is for clear skies!

Finally....results!  Today I met with the oncologist before I had blood work.  I did not realize he had ordered a tumor marker test on my last blood work.  I am happy to report that it was within normal range!  I will start taking the estrogen hormone blocker pill and will take it every day for 5 years.  Tomorrow begins the rest of my life!  I did not even stay for blood work results today.  The infusion nurses persuaded me I needed to "get a life" and not worry about blood work numbers.  This was very difficult for me but I know in my heart I need to let go and let God.  Today is the start of this new journey.

I write this blog tonight with a heavy heart.  Today I visited with a dear friend (the person I job shared with) who lost her husband yesterday from lung cancer.  His battle was very short.  As I have said before and told her no matter what way cancer takes us we win.  He won his battle and is at home with God.

For today I am writing I am cancer free.  We are leaving Thursday for our trip to Florida (even though it will be raining when we arrive) and I am so excited.  This will be my last post for awhile.  I do not see the Dr. until Jan.  I thank all of you who have followed me on this journey.  You are awesome friends and family members.  If you want check the blog occasionally as I may post some random thought!  In the meantime God bless all of you.

Deuteronomy 31:6

Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the Lord your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you.”

Counts Going Up!

My white blood cell count continues to go up!  In fact it is higher than when I started chemo.  I am so excited to see the blood work get back into normal range.

Life has been good.  We went to Washington on Sunday to see Annie's piano/guitar recital.  It was so good to see Karmen's family and enjoy some time with them.  We spent the night at the Ameristar Hotel in St. Charles.  (If you are ever in the area this is a very nice property.)  Of course we are such big gamblers.  We started with $20 each and I walked away with $20.16 and Rick walked away with $20.21!  But we had fun just getting away.

Next week I meet with my oncologist on Tuesday.  I am sure I will begin the hormone blocker drug that I will have to take for 5 years.  After this meeting we will be heading to Florida on Thursday.  I am not anticipating any reason for a delay in this trip.

In the meantime I continue to feel good.  My hair is growing but not fast enough!  I now understand why men wear hats in the winter!

Enjoy the fall weather!

God is my strength and power: and he maketh my way perfect."
2 Samuel 22:33