last day of 2nd cycle

Hi,
I had my last round of chemo today. This second round has been much better than the first. I'm mos def moving slow BUT I'm not depressed and freaked out. I'm so glad it's over too because I know how fast I'll bounce back. I am READY to bounce. I see my integrative doc and nutritionist tomorrow and I saw my acupuncurist (Jody Forman) yesterday. Next Monday I get a dose of cells. I'm a little nervous about this. I have no idea what to expect.
Thank you again for all the kind calls and emails. They help. I imagine being held up by all of you.
Take care,
B

2nd round starts tomorrow

Hi,
So I felt better and better each day when the 1st round ended. This past week has been completely normal. I'm full of energy and have been making art, gardening, being with the family and hanging with Thomas. My daughter-in -law, Katie,  did a wonderful father's day brunch and that was so fun. I am surrounded by the good. I've been seeing Jody Forman, my acupuncturist every week and doing lots of complementary therapies.  James is. as always, my best ally and best friend. I start my second round of chemo tomorrow and I'm less frightened and freaked out this time so maybe things will go more smoothly. My check ups went well the last two weeks. I didn't need a transfusion, which surprised the doc. My blood counts were lower but not terrible. I've been eating lots of greens, exercising and juicing like a mofo. I've included some pics (for Tony Raven) the top is Bridget and Ian's new backsplash which Bridget and I did together, me and Thomas and his duck after a bath and Thomas encouraging you to become an evergreen member of WNRN. (he really doesn't care)  I'm optimistic and also aware that anything can happen. I appreciate your kind and loving thoughts. They carry me.
Take care,
Beryl

feeling better

Hey,
So it takes a few days to get over the nausea and general crappy feeling. I'm doing everything I can to feel better. I worked in the studio yesterday and plan to as well today. I'm making the most of my 3 weeks off of chemo! James is being great. I have acupuncture tomorrow and see the doc on thurs for the once over and bloodwork. I also hope to work out tomorrow. I'll take it easy but I want to maintain my strength and stay fit to fight this bitch. My date for new cells is July 6th. I just go, get the infusion and go home.
Take care,
Beryl

argh

Hey,
I finished the last Chemo two days ago and I have to say it's much different this time around. It's feeling more like chemo chemo- no appetite, nausea, low energy etc. I'm a little depressed but working on it. I was with baby Thomas today- we BOTH took naps and I was wasted at the end of the day. He does lift my spirits tho. He is so freekin sweet! I ate some poached eggs, took vitamins and I'm heading for the shower, then bed. I'm hoping it gets easier. I think it has to. James did emdr with me last night for HOURS. It helps.  I was whooped yesterday but better today. I haven't been up to working out the past few days. Maybe tomorrow.
Keep sending me the good healing vibes.
I get more donor cells on July 6th.
Thank God they froze some!
Take care,
B