Stem Cell Transplant ( Sct )

[Deleted member 12723]

Deb, I am glad you did round one without any sickness or bad effects. That is good news. Good for you on making a routine for yourself. I am glad you are keeping busy. I am sure that helps you out alot.

How do you do work in the hospital? On your laptop? I am glad you have that so you can stay in touch with us. I have you in continual prayers. I thought about you all day yesterday. You are doing good so I guess the prayers of everyone are working out for you. I am happy for you. Hugs and prayers and love.

 

[intothelight]

Gizmo,

Because I have my lap top, I can keep track of e-mails, manage the bank accounts and do payroll. I don' have much more than an hour a day at this point and that it really good. It keeps me connected, but not overwhelmed.

The wifi here is free and the connection is great, so I can get on to the Forum, FB and whatever other sites I want to look at. Food isn't too bad, although I know after being in here for three or more weeks, I will definitely want a change.

Love the prayers and I am a firm believer in the power of prayer.

Deb

 

[CraftyCath]

I hope you get your room decorated Deb it will look great!

Lots of love and prayers for you as you continue your treatment. You are doing great! x :hug:

 

[intothelight]

Well day 1 is just about over. This is the LAST dose of steroid and chemo. Now all that I will get tomorrow are my own stem cells. This is day 0, the new beginning. There are some things I will reflect about in my diary, but for here it will be a lot of reflection about how important taking care of my health has really become.

I still cannot believe how fortunate I am to be receiving this type of treatment, and how thankful I am that my overall health was good enough to allow me to take it. Now I am starting over with a new immune system, and the things that I must do to protect it and keep it at its optimum, so these cancer stays away for as long as possible. That will be the number one goal in my life from now on.

Never used to understand the old saying "when you have your health you have everything". Now I understand it all too well and will never take it for granted again.

 

[The Albatross]

:tup:

 

[intothelight]

Today is day 0. I will get my stem cells back around 11:00 A.M. I am really excited about the procedure now. I know the remaining 2 1/2 weeks will be rough, but I am in a great frame of mind and have handled these two days of chemo and steroids as best I can.

First thing I am going to make a new start with is sending out Christmas cards. I have my cards and addresses with me. They may not all be on time, but at least I am doing them. Something important to me that I cut out of my life after my dad died on Christmas day in 09. Time to let go of the grief and enjoy Christmas again. He will always be there with us in our memories, and honestly I do not honor his memory, but not celebrating with my whole heart. Honestly, he wouldn't have wanted me to do what I have done. He was truly a person that loved life and found the greatest enjoyment in the simplest things. Time to take what I learned from him and put it into my own life.

 

[Whitneys story]

Craftycath, you took the words right out of my brain! How about some Midnight Oil?

 

[Nicolette]

Time to take what I learned from him and put it into my own life.

Good on you Deb. Letting go off grief is sometimes difficult as you feel you are honoring your loved one but like you said, I am sure your dad would want you to have every joy and happiness.

Enjoy your stem cells and may it be the beginning of a fresh start.....

when you have your health you have everything

:hug:

 

[ms spock]

Thinking of you today Deb and wishing you well with the whole process.

 

[Tinyflame]

I think Deb, your dad would say, "I understand". And he would. No guilt. :)

:) :hug:

 

[Nighthawk]

Deb

You are an inspiration to so many of us here. You fight with grace and honor. I have you with me everyday. Wishing you ease through your treatments. Learning to enjoy the little things and striving towards a healthy physical and mental life.

In my heart and thoughts.

((((((Deb)))))

 

[Britt.f7]

Never used to understand the old saying "when you have your health you have everything". Now I understand it all too well and will never take it for granted again.

I learned that by getting knocked on my butt healthwise. Sometimes I think some people should get sick just so they would understand. Truth is, that might not even help them.

You have a great attitude! Very uplifting, despite what you are going through. Very inspirational. Thank you for that.

Hope there is not too much pain, if any, in what you are doing. I know it's only short term, but, still, I would hate to see you hurting.

Thoughts are with you.