A Note from Debbie.....
It's been one amazing year and now I am happy to say I am cured. Please see below for my journey through cancer....
Hello my friends, on August 4, 2008 I was diagnosed with Cancer.
As you can imagine the initial shock was great, for me, Doug and our girls. We've now got a great team of colorectal doctors, learned a lot about what is ahead, and have gotten our minds wrapped around it. So now we are in the "let's get this thing out of here" mode and feel very confident that, with prayers and support of my friends and family, by next Spring I will celebrate being cancer-free.
Please join me in this journey of Recovery, and visit this blog from time to time for updates, to post your comments, and read others'. If you're new to Blogging (as am I!) new postings are at the top, click the Archives at the left and scroll down to start at the beginning, then press "Comments" to read responses, and please add your own! And if you will, leave your name and how we're associated, as opposed to Anonymous (thanks!). Email Doug for instructions if you have trouble, ddavis@archifects.com.
With much love,
Debbie
Chemo Education Class
Today was the class to get educated on my upcoming chemotherapy treatments. It consisted of watching a video then talking with an oncology nurse about what to expect when I come in every-other-week, possible side effects, warning signs, prescriptions, and then touring the infusion room where the IV drip will take place starting next Tuesday. I guess I'm as ready as I'll ever be....
5 comments:
Hang in there Debbie. I went through all you're going through with my Mom a few years ago when she was diagnosed with colon cancer and I know how overwhelming it is. You've come a long way in a short period of time and with such finesse...I'm so impressed. You can do this. I know more about colon cancer than I ever cared to know but they say knowledge is power. I had my first colonoscopy at age 44 and will go for another at age 49 (5 years). If I can be of support in any way, please don't hesitate to email me, clarkl@windstream.net. My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family!
Leigh Clark
(Dave Clark's wife)
I hope the nurses gave you encouragement to start a new perfect year. I see your picture is new and you are holding "our" cup. May you drink wisdom and comfort as we set out on a new phase of your journey. Thank you for sharing with me.I wish I could be there.
I love you.
sister Julie says:
I think of you while i drink from "our cup" too... You look wonderful in your new picture! I miss you Doug, and the kids!
i hope your Christmas was good and your visit with Andi was fulfilling! and that Doug and you and Toria are all getting on just fine.
THINKING OF YOU EVERY SECOND
me
Debbie i think of you often and so many times don't take the time to connect, i regret that, so today i made time. i wish you and your family the very best and want you to know my thoughts and prayers are always with you. if there is anything i can help with please just ask and i'll be there!
Amanda Adamson
I'm also on that list of people who think of you often and need to take the time to stop and tell you so. I'm glad they have such a thing as a chemo education class, because knowledge IS power! We'll continue to keep you in our prayers!
Ann
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