Hello everyone!!
It's been a great week so far. I went into work for a half day on both Monday and Wednesday this week. It was such an awesome feeling to be back at work!!! I felt like my normal self. It was great to see my coworkers and to work with patients. I've always liked my job, so it was nice to get in there and remember why.
I am waiting for a call from the hospital to let me know that there is a bed available for me to begin my next round of treatment. I should be going in either tomorrow (the 26th) or on Friday (the 27th). I will be receiving the same treatment as the last two rounds. This includes 2 biotherapy meds (IL2 and interferon) and 3 chemotherapy drugs (Dacarbazine, cisplatin and vinblastin).
I can't really say that I am excited to go back, but I guess I am anxious to get it over with and to keep things going. It's hard to return knowing that I'm about to start feeling crummy all over again, but I know that I will get through it and that I will recover. It definitely helps to know that I have the support of so many people and that so many are sending positive thoughts my way and keeping me in their prayers. Thanks to everyone who posts messages for me to read and also to all of you who read my blog to keep updated. Your care and concern is most appreciated!
Thanks!!
Love,
Erica
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
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Team Run for Erica (minus Omar)
Omar getting ready to run
Mary, Chandra and Liz finish their 6 miles
Star and Christian run for the crowd
Tony and Jaime waving to the crowd
Team Run for Erica after the marathon (minus Jenny and Jaime)
Erica's Tree @ Upton Hill
Look how Erica's tree is growing and blooming!
Upton Hill Memorial to Erica
Erica's crepe myrtle tree by the batting cages at Upton Hill Regional Park, Arlington, VA
Plaque dedicating tree in Erica's memory
Plaque dedicating the tree in Erica's memory
A week before admission to Hospice
What a beautiful smile!
March 26: Liz, Star, Chandra, Erica and Kelly
March 26: Star, Chandra and Erica
March 12-13: Erica and Christian...check out those smiles!
With Uncle David
Dad, Mom, Erica, Megan, Heather, Chase and Uncle Bill
4 comments:
Erica,
I am so glad work went well! I know it did you a world of good to see your colleagues and patients. What a testament to your spirit. Thanks for the update on your therapy for these next rounds -- you're going into Round Three with such energy and strength . . . and, of course, all our prayers.
Love,
Mary
You are in my thoughts everyday...I am knowing that the tumors are shrinking in every moment...even when you are not being treated with medicines, the love and affirmations of health are healing you...i continue to see you in perfect health, and everyday i give thanks for your healing...KNOWING IT IS ALREADY SO!!!
So much love,
Tricia
keep that positive attitude miss girly, girl and know that all sorts of positive energy vibes are being sent your way to keep you go'in! also - can i just say that you're new hairdo is so damn cute! don't forget to twirl each day! xoxo,christy
hey erica,
so glad to hear you've been feeling good and even went into work this week! that's awesome!
i keep the dulles team updated on you at least weekly, and as always they send their best! you're strong and beautiful and we miss you!
good luck with Round 3 and remember that you're in our thoughts and prayers!
love, nei and RC
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