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WELL.......CYBERKNIFE DONE!

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idlehunters
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Jul 13, 2012 - 4:45 pm

Hey Everybody!
Just a quick update to let you all know I am fine......better than fine actually. The Cyberknife is being classified as 100% successful in destroying the 2 brain mets. They will rescan in 30 days and at that time they will decide on a new chemo regime...if any is even needed. I am still on IV antibiotics at home for 10 days for pnemonia that I got when that Folfox made my immune system crash. I will start to taper off the steroids in 3 days that they had to put me on for the Cyberknife procedure. I have gained 22 pounds from those and have NEVER been so swollen in my life. I HAVE HUGE CANKLES!!! I look like the Pillsbury Dough Boy..LOL....for real....I am a mess..BUT...BUT...BUT..... I did it....suck my Deeeek cancer!!!!!!

I have to recoup now and get this bod back on track but that's doable! Brain mets scared the hell out of me but really it's like getting it in any other organ....just deal with it and move on. That's the plan and I'm sticking with it.

Hey Craig....I have decided in celebration of this accomplishment I am taking the kids to a Cowboys game August 25th. You and Kim get your party pants ready.....I am coming to town! .....BETH????? You game?

CANCER DOES NOT RULE....... WE DO!!!!!

Love you all

Jennie
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wolfen
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Jul 13, 2012 - 4:53 pm

I've been holding my breath waiting to hear that you are alright and that the Cyberknife went well. I'm so relieved for you. So glad to hear that you still have those a$$ kickin' boots on. Just get some more rest now. I know you'll be marching forward.

Luv,

Wolfen
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Jul 13, 2012 - 5:07 pm

You bet I kept those kick butt boots on! Got them suckers pulled up and stomping past the finish line! Thanks for all your support Wolfen....you too JBG!

Jennie
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Jul 14, 2012 - 10:44 pm

Yep, girl, you kick that cancer arse!!! Good for you, so HAPPY!!!
Get yourself all physically up to everything and go enjoy that game!!!!
Soooo Happy for you!!
Winter Marie
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Doc_Hawk
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Jul 13, 2012 - 4:56 pm

Jennie girl, you so rock! Glad to hear that the surgery went so well, I knew you'd kick some big time butt! Don't sweat the weight gain and the cankles, just concentrate on getting back up to speed!

Hugs

Doc
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idlehunters
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Jul 13, 2012 - 5:09 pm

Thanks for being right there with me Doc! Yeah....I will get past those CANKLES....least of my worries at this point. I am just feeling so darn good and relieved about everything right now!

Jennie
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Jul 13, 2012 - 5:12 pm

to hear cyberknife went well and you are on the mend for pneumonia. I was so worried you wouldn't be able to keep that appt, but I should have known better!! Not hell, high water or a pesky little bug would keep you from your mission.

Angela
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Jul 13, 2012 - 5:14 pm

So happy to hear that surgery went well. You are one tough cookie!
:) Sandy
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Jul 13, 2012 - 5:14 pm

So happy to hear that surgery went well. You are one tough cookie!
:) Sandy
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Jul 13, 2012 - 5:28 pm

So glad to hear that your procedure was successful and you are doing fine (was waiting to hear how things were). What a way to celebrate with a big game - you deserve it. Keep your great spirit girl - it becomes you :)

Kim
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Jul 13, 2012 - 7:05 pm

Thanks you guys! Your support means the world to me! I love to get on here and read your replies and y'all make me feel sooooooo good! Thanks guys!

Jennie
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Jul 18, 2012 - 10:42 pm

Jennie, just curious...where did you have your cyberknife done and have you also had cyberknife on your lungs?
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Jul 19, 2012 - 2:35 am

I have had Cyberknife done successfully 3 times to 3 different areas of the lungs. I will not have CK to lungs again as I am now at the maximum level of scar tissue loss and cannot afford to lose any more without causing a substantial notice in breathing function. SOOOOOO...if I need to address that in the future it would be RFA or ????? Who knows???

Jennie
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Jul 13, 2012 - 5:45 pm

Was so great to see a post from you...and SUPER FANTASTIC that all went so well with the cyberknife!!!

Now just rest up and recover from that natsy pneumonia and you will be good to go!

Once that is done just do a few laps in the pool each day and you will get rid of that steroid gain.

Celebrate and then celebrate some more!

Hugs and love,

Marie who loves kitties
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Jul 13, 2012 - 5:52 pm

That is awesome news. I am a firm believer in cutting the crap out if you can. Then consider treatment. Great job in kicking some cancer arse. You are an inspiration.

Jeff
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Jul 13, 2012 - 6:07 pm

How soon can you have that beer, Jennie?
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Jul 13, 2012 - 7:31 pm

BEER??????!? Mmmmmmmmm..... I think me and the hubby got plans to hit the hot tub WITH that cold beer later tonite! YAY!

Jennie
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Jul 13, 2012 - 7:27 pm

Thanks!

Jennie
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Jul 13, 2012 - 7:19 pm

It is so great to hear you are feeling better and your spirits are good..
Take is easy.. don't rush any recovery... it takes time to heal..
Love You Donna
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Jul 13, 2012 - 7:29 pm

How you doing girl???? Ya...not gonna rush anything but sure feeling great...strange but I will take it! Love you too girl!!!!

Jennie
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Jul 13, 2012 - 7:26 pm

Jennie,

I didn't expect that you would be on here again so soon! Wonderful news and I am so happy for you. You sound great. Just made my day!!!

Sandy
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Jul 13, 2012 - 7:34 pm

Yep....made my year!!!! LoL. I am feelin great and want to spread it to everybody! seems we are all needed a lifting with current news going on.

Jennie
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Jul 13, 2012 - 7:44 pm

Jennie, You are the BOSS! Wow, amazingly wonderful.
Enjoy the hot tub and that beer.

Love, Laura
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Jul 13, 2012 - 7:46 pm

Jennie,

You are AMAZING!!!!! You go girl!!! So glad to hear that Cyber Knife was so successful. I'm keeping you in my prayers.

Aloha,
Kathleen
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Jul 13, 2012 - 8:28 pm

Jennie,

That is such GREAT news!!! So excited for you!!!

*hugs*
Gail
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Jul 13, 2012 - 8:31 pm

JENNIE, OMG, SUPERWOMAN COULD TAKE LESSONS FROM YOU.
Welcome back, I am so freaking happy to read you post I cant stand it.
I have to go help Carly (Bichon)up. she has been on her knees a long time.She is very happy too. She says stay well. PLEASE.
Love you my friend,
Judy
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Jul 13, 2012 - 9:25 pm

Good Lord woman you are amazing! I feel like a total wimp next to you! You are a rockstar, Jennie!

Much love!

Vicki
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Jul 13, 2012 - 9:21 pm

Jennie,
You have such an amazing attitude! I am so glad that your cyber knife procedure went so well. I love hearing news like yours. You are a real inspiration to everyone dealing with cancer. I hope you do celebrate and go to a football game. You deserve a big celebration. Thanks for sharing your story! Take good care of yourself! Teri
PS. Thanks for your advice earlier about acupuncture. My husband started and is already feeling relief from his horrible hip pain.

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Jul 13, 2012 - 9:37 pm

Your attitude, courage and tenacity is amazing and inspiring!

Wishing you wellness and strength each day.

You deserve the game and more!

Sincerely-Barb
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Jul 13, 2012 - 9:40 pm

This is fantastic news! Sorry you've swelled like the Pillsbury Dough Boy - I've always wanted to poke him and squeeze him. So maybe it isn't so bad to be like him temporarily - it might get you a few squeezes. ;)

Rest up and get yourself strong again soon.

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Jul 13, 2012 - 9:49 pm

WOW!!! Yes, YOU RULE!! :-D I've was thinking about you today and hoping for the best, but never thought that I'd see you on the board so quickly! Dang girl, I am smiling from ear to ear right now. :-D Way to go!

((((BIG HUGS))))!!!

Cyn
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Jul 13, 2012 - 10:06 pm

Jennie -- you sound great! Way to kick butt, girl! Keep up the good work, get plenty of rest, and continue to inspire us with your great sense of humor and joy of life. Can't wait for more updates.
(((Hugs)))
Robin
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Jul 13, 2012 - 11:10 pm

Gosh Jen, this is great, up and going. No doubt you'll be revealed as the Energizer Bunny after the Pillsbury Doughboy gig.
Luckygirl2
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Jul 13, 2012 - 11:19 pm

and hoping there would be a post! such wonderful news! Enjoy that game!
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Jul 13, 2012 - 11:26 pm

Great news! I am so glad that the cyberknife wiped them mets out. Good for you! I am so glad your home and will be off those steroids soon. Speedy healing to you. Lori
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Jul 13, 2012 - 11:26 pm

You made my weekendvhearing how well you are doing after the cyberknife. I was praying hard for you these past days and withyour determination you showed cancer who was boss!! Keep up the good fight. Jeff
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idlehunters
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Jul 14, 2012 - 1:03 am

Really thanks you guys and I just fought the fight any of you wud fight. Judy....I love your dog!....TANS....dude, I can't quit laughing over your comment! Vicki, I know you will be following suit with a good plan on what you need to do to GETERDONE! Thanks Z for hookup to brain met survivor.....he is awesome!

Jennie
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Jul 14, 2012 - 12:53 am

Love the attitude, what hope do those silly cells have? None.
Rest and heal dear Jennie.
Hugs,
Pete
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Jul 14, 2012 - 12:58 am

Girl, you have been on my mind all week! Thank you for posting and letting us know that you are okay and everything was successful. Get rid of that pneumonia and enjoy that game. :)
Brenda
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Jul 14, 2012 - 2:49 am

Congratulations on another victory. YEA And more good luck in the future.
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Jul 14, 2012 - 7:52 am

Jennie you really kicked Butt again. Congratulations on the great success of cyberknife and a positive attitude that this time there may be the possibility of really telling Cancer to Suck #@$%#@$#$. Congratulations again. Art
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Jul 14, 2012 - 8:56 am

WHEW!! Now I can breath a sigh of relief, I'm so happy they went ahead and did the cyberknife. Kinda surprised they did with you being so run down. But, Jennie you are one strong girl and came out of this on the winning end!!! Take it easy for a bit, you need to recoup :)
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Jul 14, 2012 - 8:59 am

great GREAT great...

Hugs
Petra
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Jul 14, 2012 - 9:40 am

I'm so happy for you -- and I love your ***-kickin' attitude!

Dan
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Jul 14, 2012 - 10:01 am

Heads Up - gonna' be too hot for the patio:)

You already know how happy and elated I am for you!!

-Craig

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Jul 14, 2012 - 10:51 am

You are a Rock , this thing will always loose against you!
Have a huge hug my friend!
steved
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Jul 15, 2012 - 4:00 am

Nice arse kicking- that is great news. Take time to recoup- those cankles can weight but kicking them to the sidelines will be a piece of cake (low fat, carrot probably) in comparison.

Sounds like teh Cowboys could learn a thing or two from you!

steve
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Goldie1
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Jul 15, 2012 - 10:47 am

Jennie, keep spreading the good cheer! Take care, be well!

Ellen & Pat
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YoVita
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Jul 15, 2012 - 5:32 pm

to hear your great news. Rest up .... and then party!
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Jul 15, 2012 - 5:42 pm

so happy for you!! Awesome!
taraHK
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Jul 15, 2012 - 9:14 pm

You fabulous thing! You did it! Hoorah!!!

Tara

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