1/2 done with whole brain rads, baby granddaughter upate

grams2jc
grams2jc Member Posts: 756
So today was #8 of 15 total brain rads, going by fast. Tired of not being able to drive at all, feel like the driving Miss Daisy movie. Down to 8 mg steroids so not so hungry, less reflux, hoping for more sleep, but this was 1st day of reduced dose. I am not a 4 hr sleep per night gal....like my 6 to 7. Feeling like I am taking the bull by the horns and doing all I can to squash this rat-****, so trying to stay focused and positive while not missing anything, feeling pretty good. Expect to spend more time online researching all this to keep getting my head around it but havent gotten there yet, will have more time once daily rads are, over on the 13th, in that 3 - 4 week cooling off (still cooking) period before next MRI

Also working 3 hours per day and will be wheedling for more next week when I see RO. Can't sit in a corner and turn to a puddle, though sometimes that does sound appealing. See MO tomorrow to verify info and rant, then going out shopping for a cute top to wear in a photo session on Friday before my hair falls out again. Just want a current pick of me an 1 with my JC (think morbid glamour shot) Want that pick airbrushed to the MY GOD SHE LOOKS SO FANTASTIC, is that really her, stage? Once baby gets here we will do a more extensive session with my daughter's family and my hubby and try to get the whole famdamily in the summer which will be more challenging, 5 kids, 4 inlaws 13 grandkids, 1 grandkid spouse and of course my olllllllld coot hubby and me, WHEW! That will probably take lots of planning....all are in Kansas except 3 in Vegas......we are starting to plan a whole family besch trip in July so hopefully can do it then if not before.

MOST EXCITING NEWS: Daughter went for check up this afternoon...dilated to 3 1/2 or 4, bp, sugar, etc all good. Baby still a little too high but we alll know that can change in a nanosecond, also said walk, eliptycal machine, etc. Her own doctor is on call this wknd, the full moon is Friday (that helps bring them) but if she doesn't go on her own by Tuesday he will see her and if she is 4 1/2 or 5 he will give her the choice to have her water broken and have that baby then!!! 2 year old JC shares his bday with my sister-in-law, Tuesday 1/10 is my hubby's daughter-in-law's bday.

SORRY for the novel, and the giddy tone, but hey, I'm on steroids,and can NOT wait to get my hands on this girly, LOL

Wishing you all well... good test results, easy mammos, no scary tests required, and something every day that makes you chuckle.

Today is a good day, we shall see what tomorrow brings

Jennifer

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Comments

  • carkris
    carkris Member Posts: 4,553 Member
    Glad you are getting through
    Glad you are getting through the rads! so exciting about your new girlie! Cant wait to hear the news!!!
  • AngieD
    AngieD Member Posts: 493
    carkris said:

    Glad you are getting through
    Glad you are getting through the rads! so exciting about your new girlie! Cant wait to hear the news!!!

    Jennifer, it sounds like you
    Jennifer, it sounds like you have a great attitude and are doing well. Congratulations on the almost-here new granddaughter!! I'm also in Kansas--Lawrence. Where are you?
    Angie
  • Double Whammy
    Double Whammy Member Posts: 2,832 Member
    AngieD said:

    Jennifer, it sounds like you
    Jennifer, it sounds like you have a great attitude and are doing well. Congratulations on the almost-here new granddaughter!! I'm also in Kansas--Lawrence. Where are you?
    Angie

    Halfway there!
    From this side of the internet, it seems like it's gone by quickly, but I'm sure it doesn't feel that way to you - or maybe it does with the steroids. Glad you're doing well.

    Who do you have in Vegas? My two grown kids (and grandkids) live there.

    I understand the airbrush dream. I had a "photo shoot" with the patient I'm working with because the cancer center wanted to promote the WeCARE program and wanted a peer navigator with a patient who looks sick. Mine does - she's right in the midst of chemo. They promised to airbrush my wrinkles and bags! I really doubt it.

    I know you're anxious to hold that new baby, but you know how it is with babies. The full moon should help.

    Suzanne
  • Ritzy
    Ritzy Member Posts: 4,381 Member

    Halfway there!
    From this side of the internet, it seems like it's gone by quickly, but I'm sure it doesn't feel that way to you - or maybe it does with the steroids. Glad you're doing well.

    Who do you have in Vegas? My two grown kids (and grandkids) live there.

    I understand the airbrush dream. I had a "photo shoot" with the patient I'm working with because the cancer center wanted to promote the WeCARE program and wanted a peer navigator with a patient who looks sick. Mine does - she's right in the midst of chemo. They promised to airbrush my wrinkles and bags! I really doubt it.

    I know you're anxious to hold that new baby, but you know how it is with babies. The full moon should help.

    Suzanne

    :)
    Congrats Jennifer on the halfway mark! I have to say that your posts are always funny, uplifting and absolutely full of "I am enjoying life"! Great attitude, great pink sister!

    Your new grand daughter is going to be so loved by you! I am beginning to wonder if once you get your hands on her, if you will ever let her go. lol Don't blame you!

    As always, praying for you Jennifer! And, thanks for updating us!


    Sue :)
  • Alexis F
    Alexis F Member Posts: 3,598
    AngieD said:

    Jennifer, it sounds like you
    Jennifer, it sounds like you have a great attitude and are doing well. Congratulations on the almost-here new granddaughter!! I'm also in Kansas--Lawrence. Where are you?
    Angie

    I am glad that your rads are
    I am glad that your rads are going by fast for you and congrats on 1/2 done! Also, congrats on the new arrival soon. I am so excited for you Jennifer.


    Hugs, Lex
  • laughs_a_lot
    laughs_a_lot Member Posts: 1,368 Member
    Glad for you
    1/2 done Goody goody gumdrops. Grandchildren are such a blessing.
  • Noel
    Noel Member Posts: 3,095 Member

    Glad for you
    1/2 done Goody goody gumdrops. Grandchildren are such a blessing.

    You're amazing! Your
    You're amazing! Your grandchildren are lucky to have you!
  • LoveBabyJesus
    LoveBabyJesus Member Posts: 1,679 Member
    :)
    Sweet Jennifer -- Sending you lots of love and hugs. I am glad things are moving quickly for you. Looking forward to hearing more about the baby! :)
  • mom62
    mom62 Member Posts: 604 Member
    Wow
    Jennifer,

    I can't believe you are half way through all ready! That is good news about your daughter. You are an inspiration with your positive attitude. Let's hope this works and gets rid of the rat as you say. Prayers to you.

    Terry
  • aysemari
    aysemari Member Posts: 1,596 Member
    You GO Jennifer!
    Already on number 8, I can't believe that you are
    still working through it all. That girly has no idea
    what an amazing granny is waiting to meet and love
    her. What an amazing source of motivation.

    Hugs,
    Ayse
  • VickiSam
    VickiSam Member Posts: 9,079 Member
    mom62 said:

    Wow
    Jennifer,

    I can't believe you are half way through all ready! That is good news about your daughter. You are an inspiration with your positive attitude. Let's hope this works and gets rid of the rat as you say. Prayers to you.

    Terry

    'Rat ****' -- I love it!
    Working, rad's, new grand daughter -- Positive attitude, summer plans
    spending time with JC and EE -- so happy that you are not sitting
    in corner == in a puddle. You attitude is infectious -- spiritual
    and uplifting, dear Sister.


    Jennifer, you continuous and gently remind many -- of us WARRIORS
    to live our lives to our FULLEST -- daily. Thank you ..
    Thank you.

    You are 1/2 to that finish line -- So proud of YOU --
    driving will come in time. Difficult to relay on someone to taxi 'you'
    around -- so patience, dear one.

    Baby Girl is coming -- maybe this week-end? Prayers and Strength
    for you daughter.

    Strength, Courage and Hope.

    Vicki Sam
  • Angie2U
    Angie2U Member Posts: 2,991
    mom62 said:

    Wow
    Jennifer,

    I can't believe you are half way through all ready! That is good news about your daughter. You are an inspiration with your positive attitude. Let's hope this works and gets rid of the rat as you say. Prayers to you.

    Terry

    Halfway! Big congrats to
    Halfway! Big congrats to you Jennifer for that! I am also amazed by all that you do!



    Hugs,

    Angie
  • butterflylvr
    butterflylvr Member Posts: 944
    aysemari said:

    You GO Jennifer!
    Already on number 8, I can't believe that you are
    still working through it all. That girly has no idea
    what an amazing granny is waiting to meet and love
    her. What an amazing source of motivation.

    Hugs,
    Ayse

    Buddy... I am so proud of
    Buddy... I am so proud of you. Live each day to the fullest and cram in as many loved ones as possible. Get up the next morning and start it all over. You are gonna beat this "Rat ****" I can just feel it. For how can it keep up with you. Any new baby yet??? Huh, huh?

    Hugs,
    Lorrie
  • Kylez
    Kylez Member Posts: 3,761 Member
    Noel said:

    You're amazing! Your
    You're amazing! Your grandchildren are lucky to have you!

    Very soon Jennifer, you will
    Very soon Jennifer, you will be a rad grad and we will all celebrate this good news with you!

    And thanks for the granddaughter update! Be sure and take pics so we can oo and ah over her too!


    Hugs, Kylez
  • Kylez
    Kylez Member Posts: 3,761 Member

    Buddy... I am so proud of
    Buddy... I am so proud of you. Live each day to the fullest and cram in as many loved ones as possible. Get up the next morning and start it all over. You are gonna beat this "Rat ****" I can just feel it. For how can it keep up with you. Any new baby yet??? Huh, huh?

    Hugs,
    Lorrie

    I'm like Lorrie! Where is
    I'm like Lorrie! Where is that new baby girl? LOL And, you better post pics for us Jennifer, which I know you will.


    Hugs and lots of prayers,


    Kylez
  • jnl
    jnl Member Posts: 3,869 Member

    Buddy... I am so proud of
    Buddy... I am so proud of you. Live each day to the fullest and cram in as many loved ones as possible. Get up the next morning and start it all over. You are gonna beat this "Rat ****" I can just feel it. For how can it keep up with you. Any new baby yet??? Huh, huh?

    Hugs,
    Lorrie

    You make me smile with the
    You make me smile with the driving miss daisy and rat ****! Love your sense of humor and attitude!

    Congrats on being halfway done and can't wait for your granddaughter to make her entrance to the world!


    Love, Leeza
  • survivorbc09
    survivorbc09 Member Posts: 4,374 Member
    carkris said:

    Glad you are getting through
    Glad you are getting through the rads! so exciting about your new girlie! Cant wait to hear the news!!!

    Congratulations on the
    Congratulations on the halfway done with rads! And, early congrats for your new grandchild!


    Hugs, Jan
  • missrenee
    missrenee Member Posts: 2,136 Member
    jnl said:

    You make me smile with the
    You make me smile with the driving miss daisy and rat ****! Love your sense of humor and attitude!

    Congrats on being halfway done and can't wait for your granddaughter to make her entrance to the world!


    Love, Leeza

    Jennifer--I love your attitude
    And I also love you calling the beast the "rat-****" Can't think of a more fitting description! You have been a wonderful comfort to me and I just want you to know that I'm here for you as well. Afterall--we've both got those grandbabies coming soon!

    Take good care.

    Hugs, Renee
  • Noel
    Noel Member Posts: 3,095 Member
    missrenee said:

    Jennifer--I love your attitude
    And I also love you calling the beast the "rat-****" Can't think of a more fitting description! You have been a wonderful comfort to me and I just want you to know that I'm here for you as well. Afterall--we've both got those grandbabies coming soon!

    Take good care.

    Hugs, Renee

    We will want pics of both of
    We will want pics of both of your new grandchildren, yours Jennifer and yours too Renee! Grandkids are the best!
  • DebbyM
    DebbyM Member Posts: 3,289 Member
    AngieD said:

    Jennifer, it sounds like you
    Jennifer, it sounds like you have a great attitude and are doing well. Congratulations on the almost-here new granddaughter!! I'm also in Kansas--Lawrence. Where are you?
    Angie

    Double congrats on the
    Double congrats on the halfway point in rads and on the soon to be here grandbaby!


    Hugs, Debby