It’s really dry here right now. The hay should be about twice as tall as it is, but we’ve had no rain — just beautiful, breezy days.
Yesterday we met with Laura’s primary oncologist. The onc admitted that she was surprised that Laura was walking on her own and she was very happy.
There are a couple unresolved issues, but nothing major right now. Laura’s left arm is still numb, so she’ll be getting a neck MRI soon to check for nerve damage. Her left leg is slightly swollen; one of the chemo drugs (Avastin) has a blood clot risk, but yesterday her onc had her get an ultrasound and there was none. Laura’s platelet count is down, so her chemo dose might need to be adjusted next week.
Laura’s been outside directing a perennial bed renewal during the last couple days — usually pointing here and there with her cane from the deck. On Monday evening I was watching her and thinking how amazing it was to see her move around so confidently, so I started to go inside to get the video camera. But just then she was walking down a steep slope and she fell, broke her glasses, and gave herself a black eye! But besides her pride, nothing was hurt.
She’s doing so well that the home nurse visits are reduced for now. Originally a home health aid was to visit a couple times per week to help her bathe, etc.; a nurse was to come and check her vitals and adjust medications, etc.; and a physical therapist was going to come twice per week. But the home health aid and nurse are on hold for now and the PT is done until we get back from our trip.
All for now.
A shiner
Wed, May 28th, 2008 8:20pm by dkulp
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5 responses so far ↓
1 Kevin // May 29, 2008 at 7:28 am
Doh! My Glasses! Glad to hear that Laura is able to get out and shake the cane at y’all a bit. Here’s a little news from the MD Colemans: Rommy is 8 weeks pregnant. Rolling the dice and hoping for a girl this time. She’s doing fine except for the nausea . I called her Doc and he prescribed Zofran. It’s just a wee bit expensive for those without insurance. The generic is $332 for 20 dissolving tablets …and that’s with a discount! We’ll keep y’all posted. Have a great time on your trip and say hi for us.
2 Karuna // May 29, 2008 at 11:21 am
Hello all,
Just looked at all the pics from the last few months!! Love them! Everyone looks so happy. I especially love the creature on Laura’s head!! Way cool!
Glad to hear that Laura is getting around better. Sorry to read about her fall.
Keeping you all in my heart and prayers. May this emerging season bring you all warmth for your body and soul, and gentle breezes for blowing away worries and pain (however briefly).
Love & Blessings,
Karuna
3 Ralph // May 29, 2008 at 1:44 pm
Hi Laura,
Ow! Hope it didn’t hurt too much.
Thank you for the handwritten note and the photo. It’s so nice to receive paper mail once in awhile. Thinking of you always.
R.
PS>Heather, if you’re watching, thanks for the note and photo as well!
4 Justin // May 29, 2008 at 2:11 pm
You know, we can always claim that she’s been in training for “The Octagon”. Yipes! Take care,
-Justin
5 Suzy // Jun 2, 2008 at 6:50 am
I guess you all are getting ready for a big trip to Arkansas. Make sure you take a lot of pictures. We’ll be thinking about you.