11/17 my mom picked me up like usual to drive me to the cancer center. I was still in somewhat of a funk, I really wanted to be ready for surgery following my last scans. Regardless, I did my best to put on my happy face. I dressed from head to toe in pjs and slippers from my dear friend Ann Fahey Widman. She’s always looking out for me! 💕
Guess what? Wednesday is art enrichment day at the Anderson Cancer Center in Jupiter. Sounds crazy, but it’s true. Once you meet Megan you understand. Fresh off her recent wedding, She is super high energy and just wants to offer each patient a little escape/distraction and maybe a smile. What a sweet thing to do. I relented and made a bracelet for my granddaughter, Emery. Not to shabby for my first go, but I am certain jewelry making is not my calling. Lol
Megan did manage to make an uneventful day eventful. Chemo palooza #11 (minus the oxilaplatin) went off without a hitch.
The following week I felt pretty good. Thanksgiving was at my mom’s and turned out great. Nobody left hungry! We did miss Alex, Christina and Zoe’.
(Sandrine, Jean, and Jack missing from pic)
I am truly thankful for each of you 😘
12/01 Mom arrives bright and early to drive me to chemo palooza # 12. She had to drop me and run as she had her annual primary care appointment nearby, with a plan to return after and bring us lunch. Little did she know she we would walk in with me having an “event”. I was experiencing some right sided chest pain and some neck and jaw discomfort also on the right side. Fast forward to some malox (no idea why) and an ekg.
Results were fine. Chemo was able to continue and I completed all meds. I do go home with a variety of fun side effects (sarcasm) . Random muscle twitches, especially around my left eye. Neuropathy which is now in both hands and feet. The steroid part of chemo palooza makes sleep difficult. Occasional ringing in the ears. Still having electricity down my body that goes out my toes each time I put my chin to my chest. I’m sure I’ve missed some, but you have the idea .
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Don’t end up like me! So proud of those that have gone so far. Grateful for any good that can come out of this situation!
Please continue to pray for my complete healing, including getting rid of all neuropathy!!! Let me know when you want to grab lunch! 💕
You are so strong! Keeping the prayers coming your way!
So sorry you’re having all these wacky side effects. What doesn’t kill us makes us stronger?? Hope that really applies here. It was wonderful seeing you the other night. Let’s really catch up soon. Love you bunches xo 😘
You continue to be in my prayers, Angela! I’ve spent many mornings sitting beside one of those lovely chemo recliners, so I know this isn’t an easy time for you. Yet, you are handling it with grace and humor mixed with a healthy dose of forthright honesty and sincerity when you share these updates with all of us who care about you. Take care of yourself and enjoy that big, wonderful family of yours (what a joy to see you all gathered for Thanksgiving)!
Love,
Delta
Angela, you are amazing !! Keep pushing forward and onward, you can kick this things butt !!
We love you !
The VanWanderhams
You are so strong! Thank you for continuing to share your fight with us!
You are “Strong like Bull” keep up the fight. Always on my mind and in my nightly prayers. Looking forward to seeing you out on the dance floor again. Love to lunch with you when ever your up for it.
Thinking of you alot. Thank you for the updates! You CAN do this and your positivity will help I hear it reading your posts! Keep going we are all behind you!!
Keep fighting girl! Praying for you!
You look great, Angela! Keep up the fight! Love and prayers!
Keep fighting and I know you got this! Prayers for you and pick a date for your birthday lunch ❤️😘😘
Dear Angela,
We are thinking of you and praying for you!!!! 🙏🙏🙏
We send you all our love!!!!!
Thinking of you and your strength. Keep fighting the fight🥊🥊🥊
Never underestimate the power of positivity and prayer. It’s undeniable.
You are such a trooper! I spent many days next to a chemo chair. You are pushing through & I know you will come out the other side 100% rod of this horrible disease.
You are thought of more than you know ❤️😘❌⭕️❌⭕️❌
Continuing to pray for you! You are one of the most amazing women I know! 😘
Continuing to wish you well to a full recovery. You are strong and beautiful. You’ve got this!
I love your ability to share your courageous journey. No one can completely understand unless they, too, have gone thru a similar experience. Kudos to your adorable mom.
Even with all the not so fun”events” you still look so amazing! Keep the faith. Praying for your body to get better!
The steroids are brutal. That are the enemy of sleep, and the mother of tinnitus. Please ask about medications! And chamomile tea, and a Phillipa Gregory book, and a warm bath/shower, and a heating pad, and a Pooh bear…I think I saw every episode of The Great British Baking Show at least twice.
You’re fighting the good fight. We’re cheering you on with prayers and meditations, with hope and grace.
N
It’s a rough road to be strong in your situation, but here you are doing it. I’m sure you have your days, but still, you live life to the fullest. Every day I think about you, and not just at Our Prayer times. ♥️ God Has you through this, and we are all here by his, and your side. Love You Angela. Biggest Hug….♥️♥️♥️😇🌈
Thank you for the update. While I’m sad to hear of the struggles you are going through, you are so strong and inspiring! Still praying for you…and as I’ve said before, I don’t say I’m praying for you unless I actually am! I truly believe in the power of prayer. Praying for complete healing! <3