To all of you who follow my blog faithfully (all two of you :O) ) I'm sorry I haven't posted in so long. It has been a roller coaster of a ride for a month or so. There have been some serious issues with my oncologist that sent my daughters on a hunt for a new treatment facility. I have been fighting with depression especially during the week following chemo, so I was not much help. But due to the generosity of my family who were willing meet the difference in what my insurance will cover, I changed to the Cancer Treatment Centers of America. What a difference! These physicians not only know my name but meet with me every three weeks before chemo to discuss my treatment and how I'm doing and offer help with side effects, etc. They are a wonderful group of people. (I'm still nervous about costs, but since we have covered the basics, please don't feel the need to contribute to my "cause" any more - each of you has burdens of your own. I am SO appreciative of your kindness, prayers, and generosity that I cannot adequately express my feelings.
Each of these chemo treatments seems to leave me a little weaker and my stomach a little less tolerant, but these new physicians are helping with the neuropathy (numbness in hands and feet) and they are willing to give me some options of going longer between treatments (always watching the growth of the cancer with scans) so that my body has a chance to recover. I dread every treatment, but am trying to do my best to accept the Lord's will and to have a cheerful attitude. I have a quote pinned to my desk from Elder Holland that reads: "I testify that bad days come to an end, that faith always triumphs, and that heavenly promises are always kept." I believe those words!! I do feel much better by the time its time for the next treatment!!
May God continue to bless all of my angels. . you make it all worthwhile and keep me going with your love, faith and prayers!
My Family - November 2008
I have a family here on earth; they are so dear to me. I want to spend my life with them through all eternity!
9 comments:
Dearest Ruth,
I am so sorry that you've had problems with your past oncologist. However it sounds like things are improving with communications and that's a good thing!
I love reading your blog and I know that others do too, so you have more than 2 readers!
You are loved,
Rebecca
Hi Ruth,
Thank you for the update. I'm thankful you have found doctors you can feel comfortable with. You are very special and are always in our thoughts and prayers. Hang in there!!
Love ya,
Diana
Ruth, I'm SO happy that these new Dr.s and this new place are more personal and KNOW you. My prayers are with you through each treatment. I'm proud of you for powering through them! Big hugs
You do have more than two readers! I always check in to see how things are going and I love to read your updates. You have such strength and always have something uplifting to pass on to the rest of us. Thanks for sharing Elder Holland's quote. It's good to know that bad days come to an end.
Hi Sweet Ruth! I was so glad to hear you were keeping a blog. I've wondered how you are and have thought about you so often! You continue to be in my heart--and my prayers.
One more thing...I have something I'd like to send you. Do you have my e-mail address so you can send me your address?
Heidi tells me that your scans are coming back good. I was so glad to hear this. I am sure it doesn't take away the pains of sore tummies and other annoyances. But you are a very strong person. We admire you and your strength. You encourage us, and your faith keeps us going too! We understand insurance issues. That is a horrible part of medical things. it always makes them worse. Keep smiling. Your positive attitude is noticed by all! Thinking of you always.
Lynn and Family
Ruth,
I've tried unsuccessfully many times to leave a comment... Here goes again... Love you and praying for you. Jenice
Ruth,
I want you to know that there are many of us out there that don't say much but we think of you every day and pray for you and your family. We are ever mindful of what you are going through and know that God is with you. You are a fine person that we all admire and we will be with you forever. You have a fine family that you can be proud of and they all love you very much. I just wanted you to know that there are many of us out here rooting for you and you are not alone.
Ken Wilson
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