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Post by jenjie on May 30, 2015 10:58:36 GMT
It's my latest post. Today and something from last night you should read. about the first good news of the day.  And thank you. <3 Are you the one who introduced me to Kara Tippetts? I was able to get her book free on kindle a few weeks ago. Just beginning it and I see echoes of the some of the same things I'm learning. I had to google her, so it wasn't me. Maybe it was Julie? I'm glad that it is meeting you where you are. Those are the best kind!
Off to check out FB
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Post by gailoh on May 30, 2015 11:46:17 GMT
hugs to you both...
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Post by Merge on May 30, 2015 11:49:37 GMT
Thinking of you and Fred.
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Post by purplebee on May 30, 2015 11:58:41 GMT
Jenjie, I can relate about not feeling well changing your outlook/attitude. I am never sick, and for the past four days I've been running a low grade temp with aches and pains. I am cranky and I have too much to do to stay down another day.....
I'm praying for you and Fred, he is so lucky to have you! And crazy that refupea-dom is happy about pneumonia! That's great! Hugs and wishes for fast healing.
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Post by baslp on May 30, 2015 12:01:11 GMT
Thanks for the update. Sending thoughts of strength and perseverance your way. Glad to see you are taking breaks now and then!
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Post by mikklynn on May 30, 2015 13:29:27 GMT
Oh jenjie, I am glad it's "only" pneumonia! When DH had his bile duct blockage we were so happy, because it wasn't a progression of DH's cancer.
You are so right that we can't understand this journey from the other person's perspective. During the good times I've had to remind DH that 1. I am not his mother, I am his wife & partner. 2. It's no picnic on this side of the fence, either. I know I can't understand the constant fatigue and frustration he feels.
I adore how you are handling all this with a sense of humor.
You and Fred remain in my prayers.
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Post by MDscrapaholic on May 30, 2015 13:49:14 GMT
I loved Kara Tippetts blog, such a brave soul! I learned about her here too.
I had a blog, too, while DH was sick. PM me, jenjie if you want to read it. |
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Post by TXMary on May 30, 2015 14:03:12 GMT
Another who thinks you are a pretty awesome Pea! You are all in my prayers! Glad it was something "simple". I do understand.
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Post by miominmio on May 30, 2015 14:17:44 GMT
Hugs to you both!
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Post by auntkelly on May 30, 2015 14:30:52 GMT
I am so sorry your dh has pneumonia. I know you are relieved it is something treatable, but at the same time, it's not something you and your husband needed right now. I hope he feels better soon.
I'm saying prayers for your dh and family.
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Post by jenjie on May 30, 2015 16:03:26 GMT
Another who thinks you are a pretty awesome Pea! You are all in my prayers! Glad it was something "simple". I do understand. how is your husband? And thank you |
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Post by jenjie on May 30, 2015 16:08:15 GMT
Oh jenjie, I am glad it's "only" pneumonia! When DH had his bile duct blockage we were so happy, because it wasn't a progression of DH's cancer. You are so right that we can't understand this journey from the other person's perspective. During the good times I've had to remind DH that 1. I am not his mother, I am his wife & partner. 2. It's no picnic on this side of the fence, either. I know I can't understand the constant fatigue and frustration he feels. I adore how you are handling all this with a sense of humor. You and Fred remain in my prayers. You are so right. Has your dh started the clinical trial yet? |
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Post by TXMary on May 30, 2015 17:31:33 GMT
Another who thinks you are a pretty awesome Pea! You are all in my prayers! Glad it was something "simple". I do understand. how is your husband? And thank you He is doing good. We met with the radiation oncologist yesterday. They gave us a couple of options including radiation or chemo. He has decided to do radiation as it actually decreases the odds of a recurrence more than chemo, although only slightly. It's a very low dose of radiation so hopefully side effects will be minimal. He goes Tuesday for the scans to map out the radiation sites. Takes a week or so after that to get the plan together and then he will start. Only 14 daily treatments so that's good. They expect a complete recovery. Thanks for asking! |
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Post by jenjie on May 30, 2015 18:29:57 GMT
TXMary how is your husband? And thank you He is doing good. We met with the radiation oncologist yesterday. They gave us a couple of options including radiation or chemo. He has decided to do radiation as it actually decreases the odds of a recurrence more than chemo, although only slightly. It's a very low dose of radiation so hopefully side effects will be minimal. He goes Tuesday for the scans to map out the radiation sites. Takes a week or so after that to get the plan together and then he will start. Only 14 daily treatments so that's good. They expect a complete recovery. Thanks for asking! That's great! Complete recovery is beautiful. My friend did radiation only and didn't have any side effects at all other than a little "sunburn". I hope the same for your dh. |
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Post by Dori~Mama~Bear on May 30, 2015 19:23:23 GMT
I hope he gets the pneumonia under control with the antibiotics and he gets his chemo soon. Hugs to you both.
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Post by TXMary on May 30, 2015 19:24:52 GMT
He is doing good. We met with the radiation oncologist yesterday. They gave us a couple of options including radiation or chemo. He has decided to do radiation as it actually decreases the odds of a recurrence more than chemo, although only slightly. It's a very low dose of radiation so hopefully side effects will be minimal. He goes Tuesday for the scans to map out the radiation sites. Takes a week or so after that to get the plan together and then he will start. Only 14 daily treatments so that's good. They expect a complete recovery. Thanks for asking! That's great! Complete recovery is beautiful. My friend did radiation only and didn't have any side effects at all other than a little "sunburn". I hope the same for your dh. Thank you. I did chemo but not radiation so this is brave new world for us. |
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Post by Miss Ang on May 30, 2015 19:30:45 GMT
We go back today and find out that he has pneumonia, which the NP anticipated. And that's good news! It explains all of his symptoms and is treatable. Much better than thinking maybe it's a setback. So she sent us home with antibiotics. We will revisit next week to see about going in for chemo. Always so inspired by your way of seeing the light in the darkness. I'm glad it's not a setback. So, very glad! Still praying for you guys often! ♥ |
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Post by jenjie on May 30, 2015 19:40:48 GMT
That's great! Complete recovery is beautiful. My friend did radiation only and didn't have any side effects at all other than a little "sunburn". I hope the same for your dh. Thank you. I did chemo but not radiation so this is brave new world for us. [ I think Fred will probably have radiation, they mentioned 6 weeks. He may have a rougher go of it, coming off of chemo.. |
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Post by jenjie on May 30, 2015 19:44:43 GMT
We go back today and find out that he has pneumonia, which the NP anticipated. And that's good news! It explains all of his symptoms and is treatable. Much better than thinking maybe it's a setback. So she sent us home with antibiotics. We will revisit next week to see about going in for chemo. Always so inspired by your way of seeing the light in the darkness. I'm glad it's not a setback. So, very glad! Still praying for you guys often! ♥ It sounds like it doesn't it? But the doctor was happy it was pneumonia! Thankfully it's not a bad case. |
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Post by raindancer on May 30, 2015 19:44:42 GMT
Thanks for the update Jen. I think about you guys all the time.
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Post by mikklynn on May 30, 2015 23:28:26 GMT
jenjie - yes, he had his first treatment in the clinical trial on the 20th. He'll have his next round on June 9. After that he'll have a scan to see if he is responding. Thank you for asking I appreciate your support and that of so many of my Pea friends. He had no side effects, so yay!
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Post by jenjie on May 31, 2015 1:24:16 GMT
jenjie - yes, he had his first treatment in the clinical trial on the 20th. He'll have his next round on June 9. After that he'll have a scan to see if he is responding. Thank you for asking I appreciate your support and that of so many of my Pea friends. He had no side effects, so yay! That's an encouraging start!! |
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Post by azredhead on May 31, 2015 1:34:00 GMT
Just wanted to send you a hug. I was actually thinking of you guys last week when DH had to take his mom for her last round of radiation. They'll do another check and follow up but the side affects have been minimal even for her (she's got epilepsy as well). She just has to make sure she gets rest and fluids. She has it in both breasts.
I continue to think about you guys and hope for the very best.
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Post by scrapmaven on May 31, 2015 3:27:48 GMT
I just want to extend my thoughts and prayers for the peas on this thread who have dh's that are battling cancer.
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Post by Deleted on May 31, 2015 3:31:20 GMT
No matter how hard it is, remember why you do it. Hugs, it's hard to "power through". Make sure you take sometime for yourself.
Vent away, these ladies are great about listening.
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Post by kate on May 31, 2015 3:40:03 GMT
God bless you! I watched my parents go through hard times during a deadly illness - they are both heroes to me (as if they weren't before!) after seeing that. You are setting the same wonderful example for your own kids.
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Post by valincal on May 31, 2015 3:44:08 GMT
Hugs and hellos. Thanks for keeping us updated Jen. Take care.
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Post by eastcoastpea on May 31, 2015 11:01:03 GMT
Thanks for the update on Fred. Prayers and positive vibes being sent.
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Post by anxiousmom on May 31, 2015 11:11:23 GMT
It sounds like this week has been a roller coaster...I imagine all the uncertainty would make a saint feel frustrated and short tempered. We have been talking a lot about forgiveness around here lately, and one thing I would remind you is that you are allowed to extend the grace of forgiveness to yourself as well. You are doing better than fine, give yourself the same chance to be human that you give others.  |
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Post by tomocus on May 31, 2015 12:51:25 GMT
Keeping you and yours in my prayers
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