As I sit typing, it is a beautiful, perfect fall day. What a day the Lord has made once again for us to enjoy!! I just got home from watching my two darling children hit golf balls. We managed to get to church service late & sneak up in the balcony, come home & change & go enjoy the outdoors for a while. They are hanging out with Anthony at the club, so I can grab a small siesta. If you don't know me that well, I will tell you that I enjoy napping. My husband says I'm part lion. I can sleep just about any time of day. Anyway, as I drove home, I called my dear sister in Georgia, who I woke from a nap...she likes napping too...& I told her the dread of tomorrow was already setting in. I just get one drug tomorrow, taxol, but this is the mean old one with more severe side effects that causes my hair follicles to release from my big ole noggin. I am prepared this week to loose quite a bit more hair. My wig has been ordered & is probably waiting for me in Nashville. My children are already preparing to help do the honors of my new GI Jane style. Anthony has pretty much refused to take part in this family affair. I'm trying to make it fun for the kids, but Anthony finds no humor in it at all. Tears are filling my eyes as I think of "my man". He is stoic for the most part, but the hair thing is difficult for him. It's going to be a constant reminder for him that I'm really sick. Having two baldos in the house...yikes!!!
Please pray that my blood pressure will stay under control. The Avastin is causing my hypertension to become worse. My infusion will take less time tomorrow. Hopefully we can get in & out faster than last week. It was a zoo there last week. I can feel the power of prayers working in my life. Thanks again for all your love & support.
I will not die but live, and will proclaim what the Lord has done. Psalm 118:17
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I will be praying for smooth sailing tomorrow. I can only imagine how you must feel, but the prayers going up for you will hopefully keep you lifted during the chemo, and through the after affects as well. I know God will cradle you and comfort Anthony and help him through this time as well. I am so glad to call you my friend!
We keep praying!!!
Barb:)
Praying for you as you prepare for tomorrow. Arthanise, I know you express your dread of your infusion tomorrow, but as I read your blog, I hear the voice of a godly woman who has placed her trust in the Great Physician. As you begin to lose your hair, remember that your Creator knows the exact number of hairs upon your head!
I look forward to reading a good report of your treatment tomorrow!
Blessings to you,
Gloria
You never cease to amaze me. I agree with Gloria when she said you can hear the voice of a Godly woman in your blog. I will continue to pray for you and Anthony. I have been blessed every day when I read your blog. Thank you for sharing your journey. Your strength and courage have been a blessing to me. Love you and I will be praying for you especially tomorrow. You will be beautiful with or with out hair.
Misty Oblak
Praying for a smooth day today and for every hair that falls out to accompany a zillion defeated cancer cells. You are an inspiration, my friend. I love you and I can't wait to "proclaim what the Lord has done" by your side! May you be filled to overflowing with the Holy Spirit today.
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