Cindy Lou

Journal to share my thoughts and daily events with friends and family
in my journey through Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AML).

Saturday, May 06, 2006

Day 6

Well guys, yesterday was a pretty poopy day. The nurse pushes 60 mg Lasix twice and I can barely make it to the bathroom. Then I started getting lightheaded and almost passed out. Add to that all the anti-nausea meds I was getting and I WAS PRETT GORKED OUT. I felt bad for my visitors, but I could barely keep my eyes open. Today will be better. Dr Kalaycio says we will stop the lasix for today and I only have 2 more days of chemo! YEA!! The week after that will be used to build my blood back up with transfusions. I am going to make it out of here on schedule. I have to much to live for. LIFE IS GOOD!

posted by Cindy Lou @ 8:23 AM  

11 Comments:

  • At 8:51 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Cindy, glad to see you are doing much better. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am glad Jessie left last night for a visit today. She has had a rough week, I think if will be good for both you and her to visit. I am there for both of you, as well as your entire family. Jessie, Rod said he wants to come and watch the birthday adventure on Monday. He is such a goof ball! Have you told your mom about my 40th (early) present to myself yet? Cindy, Keep up the High spirits. You will breeze thru this in NO time. Love to all.. Lynn
    P.S. Jessie, I DO like to watch you spend money at Garage Sales.
    (while I spend nothing!) We can head out again this week if you don't have many appointments!

     

  • At 9:17 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    GOOD MORNING ABB, SORRY YOUR DAY WAS ROTTEN YESTERDAY.I WAS WORRIED WHEN I WENT TO CHECK YOUR BLOG AND NOTHING WAS POSTED UNTIL LATER. I FIGURED IT WAS BECAUSE OF A ROUGH DAY.JUST REMEMBER IT IS ONLY TEMPORARY,THIS IS NOT GOING TO KEEP YOU DOWN. HOPE TODAY IS A BETTER DAY. REMEMBER THROUGH GOD ALL GOOD THING DO COME.KEEP YOUR FAITH STRONG, WE LOVE YOU ,JULIE & ED

     

  • At 10:22 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Hi Cindy!
    Well, I think your days are going to get much better. Yesterday was our Holy Communion Retreat Day and 60 rosaries were said for you...55 children and 5 adults held you in their hearts and in their prayers. I think of you and Kyle daily and marvel at your stength. Hang in there, Cindy! It's almost over and it WILL get easier. It's always darkest when we enter a tunnel, but then we see that tiny speck of light gradually getting bigger and bigger as we near the end of our journey-you're almost there, kiddo!

    The Bilgens

     

  • At 11:31 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    God Bless you Cindy,
    Sorry to hear yesterday was such a crummy day. Hopefully, today will be a lot better. We are pulling for you. Do you feel it?? We went out and got some hanging flowers and now we have to start cleaning! We already got the gifts for Lauren. I think she will be pleased. Other than that, not much is going on. Justin and Cass are still on their cruise, Tara and Ande' are working, tomorrow, so won't be able to make the shower. But, I'm sure there will be lots of people here. I'll take pics for ya. You take care and remember, we Love ya!!
    Mark and Jan

     

  • At 11:58 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Cindy,
    Glad to hear doing better today.
    Sounds like things are going as scheduled stay focused and positive.

    In my prayers,
    Love,
    Mike

     

  • At 12:02 PM, Blogger Saroth said…

    Hi Cindy,

    Sorry to hear about yesterday. Our computer is down! So I am at the Libray reading your blog. I think people are starting to stare at me as I sit here and cry. It is so touching how many people care about you. Which is a testament to how many peoples lives you have impacted.
    So here is my devotional thought for the day:
    I am optimistic and confident in all that I do. I affirm only the best for myself and others... I will fill my mind with positve, nuturing and healing thoughts.

    Remember to feel all the positive thoughts, energy and prayers from your family and friends.

    Lots of Hugs from one of the outlaws,
    Shelly

     

  • At 12:18 PM, Blogger Kate said…

    You are one AMAZING woman Cindy!!
    Love you, Kate

     

  • At 12:41 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Hi Abb (+Kyle),
    Gee, Your discomfort reminds me of going through labor. To get the "prize" you must go through the pain. (I'm sure you know about labor)The only way out is through, and you're alright. God is in control and He knows what He's doin. We continue to trust & believe Him.
    About the shower tommorrow, you know how sometimes some people talk about someone when they're not there? Well, I got your back tommorrow Abb. If someone happens to bring up your name I'll tell them to stop. OK?! I'm sure Marc & I will eat something for you too. I'm hoping someone will video tape it for you. Think only positive thoughts Abb and find ways to laugh. Stay Strong. love, val

     

  • At 2:12 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Hey Aunt Cindy,
    Great to hear of only 2 more days of chemo, keep up the positive outlook.
    Jared

     

  • At 2:50 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Hi mom! We are sitting here in your room letting you get a good rest so you rebuild your strength. The nurse just hooked your blood transfer up. You are fighting keep it up. We are going to fight this. Tomorrow you are going to be done with this stuff. Remember positive outlook brings positive things. We are always with you if not physically we are here in thought. Love you MOM!!!!!!
    Jess

     

  • At 3:03 PM, Blogger erika said…

    I got Lauren's shower gift today. I know you'll love it- I'll take a picture so you can see it and we'll take pics and video at the shower so you won't feel like you have missed a thing (good idea Val). I know you are having a good day visiting with Alexa and Alayna and Jessie. Tomorrow is your last day of chemo!!! The end is in sight and although you feel weak, that means that the meds are doing their job and those cancer cells don't stand a chance. I can't wait to come up and see you, hopefully I can stop up after the shower Sunday, but if not I'll definitely be up Monday. Keep thinking those positive thoughts, but know that you are entitled to some "why me" moments and breakdowns , especially on the bad days because that is what we are here for - we are here to hold you up and to be strong for you for a change.
    All my love,
    Erika

     

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