So I know it has been awhile since I posted and some of you get very antsy when I don’t…so I wanted to let you know I am OK!! I have been laying very low for the past 2 weeks getting over my hematoma and surgical issues. For all my friends that read this that are therapists–NEVER underestimate the discomfort of a good hematoma on your patients. Those things are no joke. I have gone from feeling like I could have birthed an alien out the left side of my stomach to mild discomfort with leaning forward or side bending. I have to say, I am definitely 80% of where I was. I have been trying to walk everyday and just keep getting my strength back. It has been a much slower process than I would like.
Everyday I pray for healing, strength, peace and understanding. Not only for myself, but for all the family and friends I have out there that are rooting for me too. I cannot begin to tell you how overwhelmed I have been with cards, gifts, encouraging words and food from many of you. It really makes my day. I think Ed and I will have to devote an entire wall to the cards that have come to us. We even get them from people we don’t know!! How cool is that? You know you go through life never knowing how much you mean to people because we all get too busy with the day-to-day operations. Having this time to reflect and feel the love from everyone has been amazing. Thank you!
I start chemo on Thursday. I’m sitting on the fence wrapping my head around that one. Chemo is so unpredictable. I am hoping that since it is a newer medication, maybe it won’t be so horrible?? I will keep you posted.
Love to you all!
Foo
Fighting For Foo 
Been thinking a lot about you. I am praying for you and hoping too, that you will be ok with the chemo – they have come a long way in that area, and I pray you will be the benefactor! Rachel
Hey Lady, Remember you have lots of people to lean on, you don’t always have to be the brave one. And I hope you remember what we said to each other when we first spoke Friday, it’s okay to feel that way too! Sorry, I don’t think I can repeat it here. I can never begin to tell you how much I admire and respect you. You are truly an inspiration to all. Enjoyed spending time with you and Ed over the weekend. Fun boat ride with good friends. Sending our love along with our prayers that this treatment will not be as harsh and get you on that road to recovery very quickly.
We send you all of our love, care, and support!!! Please know you are in our minds and on our hearts every step of the way. Whenever you need a break, remember the beach. Just don’t go tying up any more boats next time – let someone ELSE take that job! 🙂 XXXOOO
Hi, Tracey! This is Jennifer Smith’s mom, Sandra Gramley. I think of you so often and send prayers your way daily. Your blogs are wonderful, and you have amazing fortitude and humor in facing this challenge. Both will help to carry you through your treatments. I wish you the very best. You have a very solid group of family and friends who love you very much. Always know that.
You’re in our thoughts and prayers, especially today. I pray it will not be too hard on you. Sending our love
So today I was reading Marti’s journal. I keep it in my desk and read it all the time. Today I turned to something that I wanted to share with you.
“Life kicks you around sometimes. It scares you and it beats you up. But there is one day when you realize you are not just a survivor, you are a fighter. You’re tougher than anything life throws your way…and you are loved”.
You are a survivor, a fighter, and I love you!