Friday, June 23, 2006

Thank you to everyone

It's 4:20 am and I'm wide awake. I had to take some steroids to deal with possible allergic reactions to the chemo drug I had yesterday and one of the side effects is insomnia (along with an incredibly hot and red face and some bloating in the face already). Thank goodness I only have to take these pills for 3 days. And so far, this chemo has been very easy although I've heard days 2-4 get a bit rougher. A good friend drove me home for the hospital and I was able to chat with her for quite a few hours before I got tired - we even went for a walk together! Thanks J! You're an amazing friend.

Anyways,,, I just wanted to say thank you to everyone who has posted to my blog and emailed me or phoned me. I don't think you know how much it means to me to have such incredible support. I really draw strength from knowing that prayers are being said and that you're thinking about me and my family.

12 comments:

Anonymous said...

Hi Annette.That was a rough night for you. Hopeyou can get some sleep during the dayHope to see you soon Love Mom

Anonymous said...

Lots of love and hugs your way! Hope to see you tomorrow!
Lisa

Anonymous said...

That must have been a long night, hope you are sleeping soundly now. We are praying lots...take care... Jen (Wright)

Anonymous said...

Hi Annette. I was awake at 4:30 am too ... I got up and did some banking (typical for me, eh) ... I could have caught up with you!!! Take care and best wishes on your new treatment. Have a nap today.

Patti M.
ps I loved your story of Ryan doing pilates!!!

Unknown said...

Annette,,,,,I'm hoping that you have a full nights rest this evening and I'm praying that days 2to4 are not hard on you. I am so glad you are posting in your blog, as I think about you all the time and check often to see how you are doing via the blog. Give Curtis and Ryan big hugs from us!

Love, TM

Jan Steck Huffman said...

hey, check your hotmail email when you are up in the wee hours this morning......we want you to go to Atlanta in July!!

PS Tara, just how did you post your 17th birthday photo in your message? LOL

Anonymous said...

Hi Annette
Just want to say hi, you are never far from our mind and in our prayers. Hope this round of chemo will do it's thing and help you get better. It's great to read your blog so we can keep up with things. You may get strength from the people that write you, but you GIVE strength to those that read your messages, as to how you deal and cope with your "bump on the road" I copied the "weaver" poem
and include in the cards I send. We wish you and Tom and the kids strength for each day, one day at the time. Love P&S Nauta

All 4 My Gals said...

Annette,
I love you and am praying for you nightly. SMOOCH, HUG and whatever else I can give you from a distance. Wish I was closer. Nicole

Lisa said...

Hi Annette,

Just wanted you to know that I hope you are able to rest better and that these next few days of chemo are not too terribly rough on you! We keep you in our daily prayers and sending lots of great positive healing vibes your way!!! Also, sending big hugs to you from Lily and me!!!

Hang in there and know we are all praying for you!!!

Love,

Lisa and Lily

Anonymous said...

Annette, I have you in my thoughts all the time. Your blog sounds upbeat despite the insomnia. :) Hugs to you, we're all pulling for you.

=Kitty @ T21 forums

Anonymous said...

My little blonde bundle of energy had me up at 5:00 this morning, and I got up thinking about you. I hope you're feeling okay and getting your rest. Tell those sweet boys of yours to give you a great big hug from Emma and me.

Amy & Emma

Michelle said...

You're always in my thoughts and prayers Annette!