I had a garage sale this weekend and got rid of a lot of stuff! This was my major "nesting" task. Got rid of all of the kids clothes that no longer fit them (and was over taking the storage room in the basement) and a lot of other random things. It felt good to get that done before surgery and make a little bit of cash :).
Since my last chemo and my last blog entry, I have been doing well for the most part. I went in a couple of weeks ago and still had Perjecta and Herceptin infusions. At that time, my doctor put me on a potassium pill for low potassium levels. I was thinking "really, another pill?" Can't I just eat more bananas or something? Honestly, the pill has helped my energy level significantly! I was surprised, and happy that I got my spark back. I will continue to get the Herceptin infusion every 3 weeks for the next year. This is protocol for those with HER2 positive breast cancer. I know that I will need to have radiation as well, but I don't have the details on that yet, and probably won't until after surgery.
My biggest complaint since my last chemo is my NAILS! My fingernails are literally falling off. This apparently is a symptom of one of my chemo drugs Taxotere, and it's rare that it happens, so of course it's happening to me. It's disgusting. They gave me an antibiotic, but it didn't help at all. So, I have nails that are oozing puss out of them and separating from my finger; and yes it's painful. I am so annoyed by this because I didn't expect it, and why did it start happening AFTER I was done with chemo? I expected to lose my hair, and I know I'm going to lose my Boobs, but no one told me my fingernails could fall off! Yes, they will grow back, but in the meantime, I'm really self conscious about it (and annoyed).
So the "nesting" will continue these next 8 days til surgery. I will work this week, and then start my leave of absence after this Friday. I'm making plans for the kids, and myself to get me thru this next big step. My parents and Ryan are going to be my life line to recover. I'm not that nervous at the moment, but I'm sure I will be come next Monday. I'm not scared of surgery, but terrified of the recovery (again, because I don't know what to expect and I like things to go as planned). I also like being independent, and I am going to have to depend on a lot of other people for a few weeks and that is going to drive me crazy. I guess the nesting and preparing gives me some sort of control and that makes me feel better.
I went to Iowa City today for my pre op appointment with Dr.Sugg. It wasn't anything too eventful, and she made it sound like this was going to be a piece of cake! I'm sure it will be for her, so I'm glad my surgeons are confident.Then I guess I will continue on with life for a the next week until it's showtime. I'm looking forward to seeing a lot of family this weekend at my cousins graduation, because nothing is more fun than getting together with my aunts, uncles, and cousins!! My family is pretty awesome :)
I do like to end my blogs on a positive note, and of course share some photos. Here's what I have for now. I ask you all for your prayers and support during this crazy time! Thank you!! ❤️❤️❤️
Angie- We live in Cedar Rapids an are in Iowa City a lot. Please have your family call us if you need ANYTHING! My cell (Tami) is (319) 573-2078. Kevin's cell # is 319-329-1401. We'd be happy to help out in any way possible. If your family needs a place to stay, we are here for you. We'll be thinking of you.
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