ma's kid Posted October 3, 2005 Share Posted October 3, 2005 Oh,happy day! Just got off the phone with my mom and she sounds like her old self! We were getting so concerned as each day passed. She finished her radiation treatments two weeks ago and really had some problems with her esophagus,major fatique and her spirits were so low. She still has problems with eating but it is getting better, day by day...just as the radiation oncologist said it would. Her onc delayed the chemo for one week so maybe she can get a little stronger and also put her on something for depression..so maybe it's a combo of things but at least she sounds more like herself. She even went shopping with one of her girlfriends today. Just talked with one of my brothers and we were doing the happy dance, LOL. All we want is for her quality of life to be good..gosh, I am so proud of her and her resilient spirit. They did a follow up scan after she completed the radiation and although I have not seen the actual report, the onc said it looks good! They will re scan about a month after she completes her round of chemo..she only has three more. I so appreciate this board and everyone here..thank you for letting me share the good, bad and the ugly! Libby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamataca Posted October 3, 2005 Share Posted October 3, 2005 OOOH! The Happy Dance! I love doing that. CAn we sing and dance along? Thanks for sharing your good news! Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollyanne Posted October 3, 2005 Share Posted October 3, 2005 Libby - I am so happy for you and your family! My mom was diagnosed not long after yours...so I know that sense of wanting so desperately to have a "good" phone call with her or my dad. I'll be thinking about you. Holly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calintay Posted October 3, 2005 Share Posted October 3, 2005 Glad to hear your mom is doing better that is a wonderful sign! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted October 4, 2005 Share Posted October 4, 2005 Enjoy this happy day and the happy dance!!! Hope there will be many more ahead. It's a wonderful feeling isn't it. Love, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LynneH Posted October 4, 2005 Share Posted October 4, 2005 Very wonderful news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pammie Posted October 4, 2005 Share Posted October 4, 2005 Wonderful to hear some good news about your mom! Praying for her to continue on the road to recovery and good health. pammie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted October 4, 2005 Share Posted October 4, 2005 What a gift!! We are so glad for your whole family. Prayers continue. Love Pat and Brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted October 4, 2005 Share Posted October 4, 2005 Sounds good, Libby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma's kid Posted October 4, 2005 Author Share Posted October 4, 2005 Thank you for all the good wishes and prayers and I KNOW the positive thoughts and love expressed on this board help all of us and our precious love ones. Just *hearing* the smile in her voice yesterday was such a blessing! Hope everyone is doing ok this am. Libby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darci Posted October 4, 2005 Share Posted October 4, 2005 What terrific news! Enjoy every minute of your happy dance. We go see the onc on Thurs and it sounds like we will be starting the same kind of regimen - rad and chemo mix! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma's kid Posted October 5, 2005 Author Share Posted October 5, 2005 Prayers for your FIL, Darci! Libby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rvillella Posted October 5, 2005 Share Posted October 5, 2005 Love the Happy Dance although mine is really slow these days. Hard to dance fast and furious when your one lung is working for two. But we do it anyway. Prayers for strength and happiness. Ralph Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyoung20 Posted October 5, 2005 Share Posted October 5, 2005 Great news!!!!! I'm so happy for you! GOD BLESS!!! Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted October 5, 2005 Share Posted October 5, 2005 Such great news! Aren't the good days absolutely wonderful? I'm saying prayers that the good days remain!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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