Mark and I have decided to meet with Dr. Aggarwal again next week for more information about the decisions we need to make. We just don’t feel comfortable with the information we have right now. We’d really like to meet with the Radiology Oncologists to learn more about the liver radiation procedure. This is all scary stuff to both of us.
I’ve been feeling very tired and having continued trouble with my digestive system and pain. I’m trying a new drug for pain, and it seems to help more. I’ve also been trying to only work 4 days per week, but that’s not as easy as it sounds. This is a VERY busy time of year for me at work, and with my graduate studies it is amplifying the stress.
During my devotion time this morning I came across a great quote from Helen Keller. It helps me put things into perspective and be reminded that I’m never alone in my journey. Her quote was, “Faith gives one a reason for trying to draw harmony out of a marred instrument. Faith is not a cushion for me to fall back upon; it is my working energy.” WOW…God knew in advance that we’d need “working energy” to make it through our trials, and he’s provided access to this energy through faith. My body is a marred instrument, just like Helen’s while I’m fighting cancer, but faith keeps me going…in a real, recognizable and confidence-building way…EVERY DAY.
I don’t know what I’d do or how I’d have the energy to get up every day if this wasn’t available to me. May you also find your way to this faith.
Sandy
Sandy,
I am in awe of how well you handle everything. We will keep praying for you and your family.
I truly hope your next treatment shrinks your cancer. I don’t know how you handle all the pain and keep on working. You are an amazing woman and you have an amazing husband and family. Whenever I want to whine about some of my pain, I immediately stop and think of you and how you handle everything.
Keep the faith…
Sandy T.