On Friday, even though my numbers were on their way down, I was able to get chemo. The traditional pattern of my blogs after chemo is no postings for a few days because I am so tired.Didn't see a doctor on Friday...just got the treatment.
On Saturday, my breathing was very scary during the night even when I wasn't moving. I got a very panic feeling and kept wondering if there was going to be an ER trip in my near future. I was able to calm myself midway through the night. My breathing continued to be more stable during the day when at rest. I was able to get my back pain under control.
On Sunday, my breathing leveled out. Thank goodness because that panic feeling is unnerving. I am out of breath walking very short distances. As a result of reduced movement, my right leg is developing the superficial blood clot again. My mission today is to move my leg as much as I can to aid in blood circulation. I'm between a rock and a hard place. Can't breathe when I walk but develop problems when I rest.
When I watch T.V., I cannot tell you how much I envy people who I see carrying on their normal life. Walking is such a treasure. Please appreciate all the things that you take for granted. When it's taken away from you, life changes in an instant and things are never the same. Appreciate life! It's so precious!
5 comments:
I'm so glad to see your post. Although I do not comment on every post, I check your blog often and am glad to read your post no matter what you write because I feel connected to you somehow. I've been thinking of you so much these last few days and sending positive thoughts and prayers. You are the strongest person I know and I have faith that you will be well soon. Love and miss you more than words can express. xoxo
I will never, ever take just walking for granted! I broke my ankle last February and it is still not the same. The doctors say it will take a full year. I remember well what it was like to be laid up and not able to do all the things I wanted to do. I am supposed to do simple exercises like squeeze a rubber ball between my feet and draw the alphabet with my foot. I've slacked off and my ankle has been acting up again. Not sure if it is the cold weather or the slacking. Would flexing your feet and drawing circles and shapes in the air with them help the circulation in your legs a little bit? I'll do the darn exercises if you will ... we'll think of each other while we do them. They are tedious and feel so silly but every little bit helps, right? xoxo Diane
Oh, Sharon. You're so right! We do all have a tendency to take so much for granted! Your words remind me to take time to be grateful for all the blessings in my life... Even the little things. Maybe especially the little things. I hope and pray that you are able to find more comfort soon. Each breath and step seems to be quite the challenge. I so wish I could share your burden physically, but since I can't, I'll continue to pray. You are one of the most determined people I know. When a student isn't communicating or articulating, you keep persevering. You never give up. When things get tough, you buckle down and you keep going. So it's time to buckle down, Sharon. This journey isn't easy and no one said it would be fair, but you have been training for this journey for so long. One step, one breath, one day, one hurdle at a time. I am so grateful for you, Sharon. So keep chugging along - even through the hard parts. We need you back, Sharon!
Love you!
Rosemary
Oh, Sharon. You're so right! We do all have a tendency to take so much for granted! Your words remind me to take time to be grateful for all the blessings in my life... Even the little things. Maybe especially the little things. I hope and pray that you are able to find more comfort soon. Each breath and step seems to be quite the challenge. I so wish I could share your burden physically, but since I can't, I'll continue to pray. You are one of the most determined people I know. When a student isn't communicating or articulating, you keep persevering. You never give up. When things get tough, you buckle down and you keep going. So it's time to buckle down, Sharon. This journey isn't easy and no one said it would be fair, but you have been training for this journey for so long. One step, one breath, one day, one hurdle at a time. I am so grateful for you, Sharon. So keep chugging along - even through the hard parts. We need you back, Sharon!
Love you!
Rosemary
Sharon,
I think about you often during the day and I continue to pray for your strength and healing. You are missed and we need you back! Good luck with this round of chemo. I know it will head you on the path to healing. God bless you!
Suellen
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