Thursday, April 5, 2007

Recovering, Yet Again

I haven't posted in the past couple of days because I have been spending most of my time sleeping. Today I have a little more energy, though I must say I'm not ready to resume the treadmill quite yet.
I went to the doctor's today. They said my blood counts look great and that I'm really tolerating the treatments. I will go for a repeat scan on Monday April 16th and then meet with Dr. Sharfman on the 19th to discuss the scan and further treatment.
I will probably spend the next few days resting quietly at home and gradually resuming my walks as I am able.
By the way, my sister took me to get a haircut on Tuesday afternoon. It hasn't been this short since high school, but it's much more manageable.
Thanks for your continued postings. As always, I love reading them and they keep me encouraged!!!
Thanks!!
Erica

6 comments:

Trini said...

Dear Erica,

I am sure that you look great with your new haircut! I am really glad you are responding well to the treatment, you rock! Keep up the good spirit!

Take care,

Trinidad :)

Karen said...

Thanks for the message Erica. Rest up! Can't wait to see your new "do". Bet you look great and glad it's easier to manage! See you soon hopefully.
love,
Karen

Unknown said...

I'm sure your new hair do looks fantabulous! I would love to come by and see you tomorrow. I miss my sweet little Erica! I will make sure to call you in advance.

Love,
STar

Mary said...

I remember your shorter H.S. hair, so I know you look beautiful as always! (Certainly better than if I had my H.S. hair [extensions]!)

I'll give you a call tomorrow to talk about next week, when you're up to it.

Love,
Mary

Kim said...

Erica a.k.a. Wonder Woman,
You rock! Thanks so much for letting me spend the day with you yesterday--I had a great time! It was nice to relax, chat with you, and eat grilled cheese sandwiches and ice cream. :) Dude, if you can get on a stinkin' treadmill, then surely I can get my butt out the door and take a walk around my neighborhood. I think about you every day and pray for you constantly. Much love to Christian and to your parents and siblings.
love you lots,
Kim

Unknown said...

hey erica,
so glad to read your post. i'm sure you're rockin' the new do too! :)
we miss ya, and know that we're thinking about you and sending our best every day!
love nei and RC

Team Erica to Run/Walk with Melanoma International Foundation

A smaller Team Erica will head to Villanova, PA for Melanoma International Foundation's (MIF) Safe in the Sun Walk & 5K Run on April 5, 2009.

MIF will also honor Erica by rewarding the top female finisher with an award in Erica's name. Team Erica will be on hand to congratulate the winner.

Anyone is welcome to join Team Erica. For more information, visit: http://melanomaintl.org/.

Team Erica

Congratulations Team Run for Erica!

Team Run for Erica completed the Baltimore Relay Marathon on Saturday, October 11th. The team raised over $1000 for both melanoma organizations (Melanoma International Foundation and Melanoma Research Foundation).

Thank you Team Run for Erica on an awesome race and thank you to those who donated. Below are a few pictures of the team in action!

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)

Team Erica to run Baltimore Relay Marathon, October 11th

In Memory of Erica....

Baltimore Relay Marathon
Saturday, October 11, 2008, 8:00 AM
http://www.thebaltimoremarathon.com/

Team Erica relay runners: Christian, Chandra, Jason, Kelly, Jim, Liz, Tony, Mary, Jason, Jenny, Jaime, Omar, and Star are training together Sunday mornings.

What can you do?

Support the team members with lots of encouragement
Make a pledge to a runner or the whole team (donations will be sent to the Melanoma International Foundation)
Go to Baltimore on October 11 to cheer the team on.

Watch the blog for more information to come!!

Erica's Tree @ Upton Hill

Erica's Tree @ Upton Hill
Look how Erica's tree is growing and blooming!

Upton Hill Memorial to Erica

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

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