Maeve and I went for a visit last night. Mom looked better than she has since before her surgery! My dad said she was trying to clean all day, so the tornado (er...Maureen) went to their house and helped out a ton!
I see all of the flowers and cards and edible arrangements (yum!) when we go to the house. I know she loves them and is humbled by them. The support she receives is wonderful!!!
Thank you! And keep it coming!
Love, Michelle
Friday, February 27, 2009
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
port
Yesterday, she had the port put in. They originally said it would be in her arm, but it is actually in her neck. First chemo treatment is Tuesday March 3rd.
I cannot believe in a couple of days it will have been a month since this all began. And you're still not alone, mom. We love you and are always here for you.
XOXO
I cannot believe in a couple of days it will have been a month since this all began. And you're still not alone, mom. We love you and are always here for you.
XOXO
Monday, February 23, 2009
a couple of bittersweet beginnings
Bittersweet Beginning #1:
Margie had her hair cut short today. The MD's and RN's suggested she do this before starting chemo. She says she looks like "a dork," but she doesn't. I told her it completely shows off the gorgeous skin she was blessed with! She looks great!!! (p.s. i chopped mine, too...for support)
Bittersweet Beginning #2:
I think (not positive) chemo starts on Tuesday March 3rd. I wish she didn't have to go through this, but I know that it is best & necessary to get rid of this poison. In the meantime, preparing for that day is like a part-time job! She and my dad are back and forth from the hospital...there for hours at a time, sometimes. I think she's tired...and anxious. All the while is staying positive. She's got the upper hand here & will kick cancer's a**!!!
Anyone out there following this...please send well wishes (whenever) through the comments...I know she likes them. Especially send them on March 3rd (I will keep you posted on the correct day) to let her know you're out there and praying for her. Thanks!
Love,
Michelle
Margie had her hair cut short today. The MD's and RN's suggested she do this before starting chemo. She says she looks like "a dork," but she doesn't. I told her it completely shows off the gorgeous skin she was blessed with! She looks great!!! (p.s. i chopped mine, too...for support)
Bittersweet Beginning #2:
I think (not positive) chemo starts on Tuesday March 3rd. I wish she didn't have to go through this, but I know that it is best & necessary to get rid of this poison. In the meantime, preparing for that day is like a part-time job! She and my dad are back and forth from the hospital...there for hours at a time, sometimes. I think she's tired...and anxious. All the while is staying positive. She's got the upper hand here & will kick cancer's a**!!!
Anyone out there following this...please send well wishes (whenever) through the comments...I know she likes them. Especially send them on March 3rd (I will keep you posted on the correct day) to let her know you're out there and praying for her. Thanks!
Love,
Michelle
Sunday, February 22, 2009
cancer can...
- make her lose her hair...but not her mind (are you kidding?!).
- cause her pain...and give her strength (more than she's ever had).
- invade her body, but certainly not her soul (never!)
- make her worry...and appreciate (life).
- never, ever, ever win this fight!
Saturday, February 21, 2009
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Unity
Michelle just got back from a wedding for a friend of ours tonight. Daddy did what all good dads do, and what I always want to do...stay with the kids for some quality laughter and grilled cheese.
When Shell got back, she told me about a moment at the reception tonight where the bride and groom entered the room with lit candles. They passed the flame on to the best man/maide of honor and eventually the flame made the full round and the room was lit by candlelight; a very direct display of the unspoken unity that exists in a wedding celebration. This got me thinking. Displays of unity; familial, friendly or otherwise can be such a powerful thing - even when shared over grilled cheese (or formula for those of us with less developed palates). I guess this blog she started does the same; we all stand united behind Banana Marge, mom, or whatever you may call her - we all love her just the same and are better off for having her in our lives.
Love you, Mom.
Michelle just got back from a wedding for a friend of ours tonight. Daddy did what all good dads do, and what I always want to do...stay with the kids for some quality laughter and grilled cheese.
When Shell got back, she told me about a moment at the reception tonight where the bride and groom entered the room with lit candles. They passed the flame on to the best man/maide of honor and eventually the flame made the full round and the room was lit by candlelight; a very direct display of the unspoken unity that exists in a wedding celebration. This got me thinking. Displays of unity; familial, friendly or otherwise can be such a powerful thing - even when shared over grilled cheese (or formula for those of us with less developed palates). I guess this blog she started does the same; we all stand united behind Banana Marge, mom, or whatever you may call her - we all love her just the same and are better off for having her in our lives.
Love you, Mom.
Friday, February 20, 2009
dear cancer
Dear Cancer,
Seriously...do you know who you're dealing with here? I know you've met Marge through other people a few times, but clearly you didn't hear that much about her. I truly feel sorry for you...you should have done your research. I'm just writing to warn you that she is going so postal on you. Postal. So...back off and nobody else will get hurt. OK?
Sorry, Cancer. Your a** is grass, man!
Signed,
BaNana Marge's daughter,
Michelle
Seriously...do you know who you're dealing with here? I know you've met Marge through other people a few times, but clearly you didn't hear that much about her. I truly feel sorry for you...you should have done your research. I'm just writing to warn you that she is going so postal on you. Postal. So...back off and nobody else will get hurt. OK?
Sorry, Cancer. Your a** is grass, man!
Signed,
BaNana Marge's daughter,
Michelle
Thursday, February 19, 2009
what is ppc?
My mother, aka BaNana Marge, has been diagnosed with PPC.
PPC is cancer of the cells lining the peritoneum, or abdominal cavity. Unfortunately, because this is such a rare cancer (we've heard one's chances of getting PPC is 2%), not much research has been done. I hope we can change this.
The purpose of this blog is so that family and friends can keep updated with my mom. Also, through this communication tool, we can all work together to raise awareness about this disease. More to come...check back soon!
PPC is cancer of the cells lining the peritoneum, or abdominal cavity. Unfortunately, because this is such a rare cancer (we've heard one's chances of getting PPC is 2%), not much research has been done. I hope we can change this.
The purpose of this blog is so that family and friends can keep updated with my mom. Also, through this communication tool, we can all work together to raise awareness about this disease. More to come...check back soon!
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