I’ve had 2 Friday infusions since my last post. I’m tolerating both drugs well, Trodelvy, and now Keytruda, my immunotherapy drug. Keytruda is given every 21 days. My energy levels are better than I’d expected. They will do more scans after my 3rd sequence, so late April we will know how the tumors have shrunken. I know that good things are happening because my left arm's range of motion is greatly improved. My nerve pain is gone, and I'm sleeping well.
Both infusion days included a special guest! Kirsten and 6 month old Kira came for a week of fun smiles and army crawls. Kira spent an afternoon with her other grandma, Lisa. and her Aunt McKenna, allowing Kirsten to come with Scott and me.
The next Friday, Heath was in town and came along with us. Kirsten and Heath overlapped a few days, which was extra fun for me, and extra productive on my project list. My pantry now looks like a model home. I’m so sad that we didn’t take a before photo, but I love the end result, and I’m determined to keep it in order–a place for everything, and everything in its place, no loose items.
I keep expanding my hair options. I purchased some human hair wigs off of FB marketplace. Heath and I definitely made some memories as we gathered them. A thorough cleaning once we brought them home, and I now have an auburn, brunette, and blonde options. I also purchased a black baseball hat with hair. The 2 baseball hats are definite favorites because they are easy to put on and head out the door.
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| Lisa Falls, Litle Cottonwood Canyon |
I now have a handicapped parking pass that will not expire. That’s my plan too! Last time, I waited too long before getting one. When I felt like I needed it, my immune system was at risk, masks were not a thing 13 years ago, and I had to wait at the DMV for a long time. This time, Heath did the leg work for me, while I worked on projects at home.
I’m finding that the Monday after Friday chemo seems to be the hardest day, as far as energy level and fatigue. Getting out for walks helps so much. My friend, Ellen, is my Monday walking friend. We live in such a beautiful place with easy access to mountain trails.
In April, the annual Tenney girls trip (plus host Heath this year) will happen in Connecticut.
We are going to Yosemite with Garrett’s family in May. Summer time will be here very soon. We look forward to our summer visitors. We have also scheduled a Disney Cruise for 2027. It is so fun scheduling events to look forward to.
As we are at the beginning of Holy Week, I love and appreciate what Jesus has done for everyone. I love knowing that Easter morning reminds us that our loved ones who have passed will rise and be with us again. https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/welcome/easter?lang=eng
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