I am glad you were with me on the Pink Bus~ I definately needed the cheering up today...thanks, Kind

chenheart
chenheart Member Posts: 5,159
in Breast Cancer #1
Iffy News for me today~my markers have been rising steadily, which is in my case a good indicator of where my cancer is. Though my oncologist says I am not yet at any emergency stage, and I can certainly stay on the Tamoxifen for another 12 weeks, he already wrote me an RX for Xeloda ...knowing that the Tamoxifen has worked for me for a year, but obviously isn't doing it's job as effectively anymore. Sigh~ it's always something with this damned disease, isn't it? I knew I had chemo in my future, I just didn't want it to be in my near future. I was thinking 85 or 90 would be a good time to start chemo again. Guess not...damned cancer has other ideas for me. Getting my GRRRRR on, as I have other plans for the cancer! And I plan on winning. So there!

On my way to a Lance Armstrong Foundation fundraiser/silent auction with Reggie. My sweet Siobhan is volunteering her time and cooking at the restaurant where the event is being hosted.

Love you all, Kindred Spirits!

Hugs,
Chen♥
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  • jessiesmom1
    jessiesmom1 Member Posts: 915 Member
    #2
    Not AGAIN?!
    Oh Chen, I am so sorry to hear that your news is not so good. My heart dropped when I saw your post. If it's not one thing it's another, isn't it? You are lucky to have Reggie at your side. Btw, congratulations on your upcoming anniversary. I know you will keep us posted.

    Love your Sister in Pink,

    IRENE
  • aisling8
    aisling8 Member Posts: 1,627 Member
    #3
    You will win
    Not a doubt in my mind about that. Sorry, Chen, that the news wasn't better, but also glad that it wasn't horrid.

    Enjoy your evening and continue taking care of yourself:)

    Big huge hug,
    Victoria
  • MAJW
    MAJW Member Posts: 2,510 Member
    #4
    aisling8 said:

    You will win
    Not a doubt in my mind about that. Sorry, Chen, that the news wasn't better, but also glad that it wasn't horrid.

    Enjoy your evening and continue taking care of yourself:)

    Big huge hug,
    Victoria

    Chen....
    Your news makes me want to scream....it is a be damned disease ! ! have no magic words....but please know prayers, good thoughts, vibes and good karma are headed in your direction....words can seem hollow but they come from my heart....
    I'm not familiar with Xeloda... Is this an IV chemo or oral, or neither?

    Hopefully knowing how many care, truly, is of some comfort to you....
    Hugs,Nancy
  • sea60
    sea60 Member Posts: 2,613
    #5
    Fight like a mean girl Chen!
    even though you're a sweetie.

    Two people I know have been diagnosed in the past 3 weeks with breast cancer! Ugh! Surely ALL of us can get together a kick the big C's butt!!!!! I hate it!

    Prayers, strength, unity, faith & hope surround you dear Chen.

    Hugs,

    Sylvia
  • missrenee
    missrenee Member Posts: 2,136 Member
    #6
    sea60 said:

    Fight like a mean girl Chen!
    even though you're a sweetie.

    Two people I know have been diagnosed in the past 3 weeks with breast cancer! Ugh! Surely ALL of us can get together a kick the big C's butt!!!!! I hate it!

    Prayers, strength, unity, faith & hope surround you dear Chen.

    Hugs,

    Sylvia

    You better believe you plan on winning!
    And we all plan on fighting right along side you to follow you as you cross that finish line. This is a bump in the road--okay, maybe a small hill--but you can do this. You're a strong, determined, focused, special woman and you will prevail. So wonderful of you--here you are with this yucky news--and where are you?--helping other people. Don't worry, Chen. God sees you.

    Hugs, Renee
  • cahjah75
    cahjah75 Member Posts: 2,631
    #7
    Chen
    so sorry to hear your journey is continuing. Another chemo........ You are strong, you are a survivor, you can do this, you can win the battle! I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
    {{hugs}} Char
  • CypressCynthia
    CypressCynthia Member Posts: 4,014 Member
    #8
    You ARE a survivor and I
    You ARE a survivor and I know that you will get through this. I am here if you need anything; please feel free to PM me anytime. Lots of hugs and prayers coming your way!
  • sbmly53
    sbmly53 Member Posts: 1,522
    #9
    Oh, Chen
    Of course you will win - you are the amazing, astounding, incredible, beautiful wise 50' woman.

    Sue
  • New Flower
    New Flower Member Posts: 4,294
    #10
    sbmly53 said:

    Oh, Chen
    Of course you will win - you are the amazing, astounding, incredible, beautiful wise 50' woman.

    Sue

    Dear Claudia
    Dear Claudia,
    Sorry to heart the news. Cancer is a very sneaky monster, but both you and your oncologist are a very strong and determined team. You will win for sure. We will stay by your side helping to fight.
    Sending you a big hug
    New Flower
  • VickiSam
    VickiSam Member Posts: 9,079 Member
    #11
    sbmly53 said:

    Oh, Chen
    Of course you will win - you are the amazing, astounding, incredible, beautiful wise 50' woman.

    Sue

    Chenheart, my dear sweet beloved Kindred Spirit --
    You are 1 tough cookie -- who will take this newest challenge on with full force, strength, Grace and Grit!

    Chemo may be in your future -- Ugh --so very sorry. However, you will tackle this like a true Warrior -- as well. Positive thoughts .. positive thoughts!

    Get your Grrr on, and let's get ready for BATTLE.

    I am here for you, like so many others - day or night, anytime!!!!

    Strength, Courage, Hope and Sage!

    Vicki Sam
  • butterflylvr
    butterflylvr Member Posts: 944
    #12
    VickiSam said:

    Chenheart, my dear sweet beloved Kindred Spirit --
    You are 1 tough cookie -- who will take this newest challenge on with full force, strength, Grace and Grit!

    Chemo may be in your future -- Ugh --so very sorry. However, you will tackle this like a true Warrior -- as well. Positive thoughts .. positive thoughts!

    Get your Grrr on, and let's get ready for BATTLE.

    I am here for you, like so many others - day or night, anytime!!!!

    Strength, Courage, Hope and Sage!

    Vicki Sam

    Grrr... I'm starting the
    Grrr... I'm starting the battle cry. Chen, I'm speachless... I admire you very much and have grown to love you as much as my pink sisters before me. Stay strong sweet sister...

    Lorrie
  • Christmas Girl
    Christmas Girl Member Posts: 3,682 Member
    #13
    Sighing deeply...
    "Iffy" news, indeed. Not quite another full reprieve we were, once again, certainly hoping for. Bad enough; yet, it could've been worse, I guess. Damnable evil beast!

    You, dearest Chen, have more good karma on your side than anyone else I know - and ever will know, for sure. Tonight is a perfect example - where are you? At a fundraiser to benefit our cause. Amazing!!!

    We are WITH you, Kindred Spirit. You are constantly deeply encircled by much love and the highest of HOPES.

    Love, 12/25 xo
  • Marcia527
    Marcia527 Member Posts: 2,729
    #14
    bah to cancer
    So sorry you have to go through chemo. Your strong spirit will get you through.

    Big hugs and positive thoughts sent your way,
    marcia
  • ladyg
    ladyg Member Posts: 1,577
    #15
    Chen
    Sorry to hear your news was not the best. I know you can do this! I will keep you in my thoughts and send you positive energy to help you through.

    Hugs,
    Georgia
  • aysemari
    aysemari Member Posts: 1,596 Member
    #16
    Dear Claudia
    this beast sure has its teeth in you, but it has no idea how tough you are.
    Please keep doing what you do and be the beautiful soul that you are,
    our shining beacon. I learned so much from you since I first started posting
    here and as you know I hold you in very high regards.

    You go girl, show him your TEETH!!! Grrrrrrr

    Love,
    Ayse
  • Heatherbelle
    Heatherbelle Member Posts: 1,226 Member
    #17

    <---------------does not like this one bit. I have no doubt that you will beat the crap out of this cancer once & for all. Love you much lady.
    *hugs*
    heather
  • camul
    camul Member Posts: 2,537
    #18
    Dear Chen, not what anyone
    Dear Chen, not what anyone wanted to hear. I am so sorry that it couldn't have been better news, keep hoping that one of these new chemo drugs will turn this into a chronic disease that can be managed for years. Hopefully you can persuade them to give more of the monies to advanced bc research.
    Thank you for representing so many of us at this fundraiser, we need all the help we can get:) Now kick some butt on this cancer!
    ~Carol
  • sausageroll
    sausageroll Member Posts: 415
    #19
    Heatherbelle said:


    <---------------does not like this one bit. I have no doubt that you will beat the crap out of this cancer once & for all. Love you much lady.
    *hugs*
    heather</p>

    Chen
    We are definitley on that bus with you...holding your hand every inch of the way. Cancer damn well stinks and in one way or another changes us for ever...however..you "gutsy lady" are showing us how to deal with it. Go for it! I'm sending hugs. Take care. Pat
  • Double Whammy
    Double Whammy Member Posts: 2,832 Member
    #20
    camul said:

    Dear Chen, not what anyone
    Dear Chen, not what anyone wanted to hear. I am so sorry that it couldn't have been better news, keep hoping that one of these new chemo drugs will turn this into a chronic disease that can be managed for years. Hopefully you can persuade them to give more of the monies to advanced bc research.
    Thank you for representing so many of us at this fundraiser, we need all the help we can get:) Now kick some butt on this cancer!
    ~Carol

    Joining in on the Grrrrr
    and sending lots of hugs, prayers, and all I've got. I'm pretty busy sending all this to everyone all the time, but never too busy to add you. Enough already!

    Suzanne
  • RE
    RE Member Posts: 4,591 Member
    #21
    FROWNING FACE!!!
    Chen you are stronger in character and fortitude than many people I have met and that will carry you far, you have a great love in Reggie as well as Siobhan and of course the Kindreds so to say you are surrounded by love falls short you are more like encompassed by it. Draw from it and know that many (myself included) are lifting you in prayer for comfort, strength, and of course the return of your health. Markers can be so scary sometimes but in truth they aide us in getting a jump on this evil that toys within, yes they have gotten higher but they have not soared so that is a good thing and your doctor seems to be on top of things and seems to have a tentative plan of action. Getting your GRRRR on is a good thing! Hang in there my friend, I'll be hanging with ya!!!

    RE

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