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Friday, 20 July 2012

chemo round 2!


Just got home from my second round of chemo. Kelly and I started the day with a shake made with our new Healthmaster that was sent to us as a gift from our good friends the Lowes. The thing has a ton of power and will sure get a workout in our house. Kelly and I will be learning to emulsify greens in order to sneak as many as possible into our daily diet.  Then, we were off to check in at CancerCare. The day went quickly as I got to have my brother and sister, Marilyn there with me.  I was pleased that everything was good with my bloodwork, as that allowed me to have this second round of chemo. 

My next chemo date has changed slightly and will take place on August 9th. It will also now start at 8:30, which is good for me so I can wake up and get right to it. It also allows me to celebrate my 29th birthday on August 10th, anyway I wish.

Over the next few days, I plan to do what I can, but my main priority will be lots of rest. I know my Kelly will have all sorts of healthy foods ready for me as we know that good nutrition helps the chemo work well!
I am especially proud of Kyle today, as he is giving the toast at a friends wedding. He and Curtis Brolund have been working on it this week and I know they will do a great job. Especially if they can manage to  enjoy drinks in moderation, at least until after the speech!

Amanda is doing fine. Happy that each day that passes, is another day closer to meeting baby. The heat has been tough on her, so will be nice in a short while, when she is done work.
Next week, I plan to join the gym. I am going to partake in some yoga, and do a bit of working out with weights. My doctor has okayed this and told me that it is healthy for my mind and body. It will also get me out of the house, which is great. While I am out, I might have to take a detour to Winners and Walmart, to get caught up on the deals. 

Thanks again everyone,  will keep you in the loop!

Donna

10 comments:

  1. Nice to hear aunt Donna! I'm happy you can get chemo over with before your bday, you deserve to spend it any way you want! thanks for the update, had a couple laughs about the shopping..same aunt donna :) enjoy all those healthy greens. Love u, Jamie and Jamie (and Peanut)

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  2. Glad to hear your bloodwork was OK for round 2. And avoiding chem on your "29th" is good news too. You'll love yoga - great for mind and body. Thanks for the update....you're always in our hearts. xo Teresa

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  3. Donna and Kelly, it was great seeing you both yesterday! You look fantastic Donna! Kelly, not so much! Just kidding of course Kelly. You look great, too! We think of you guys often and send positive thoughts and prayers to you as you fight this battle. You will win!
    Come out to visit us anytime!
    Big hugs,
    Deb and Rich

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  4. Hey Donna! Hoping to be out there early-to-mid August. Will let you know!

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  5. Bernadette & Randy23 July 2012 at 13:00

    Way to go, girl. Love you lots!
    Bernadette

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  6. I'll be celebrating my 29th this year too! And all the years after that as well... haha! Glad to hear you're doing well! Think about you all the time. Love you and hopefully will get to see you when Kirst and I are at the lake for a week starting Friday! Hope you enjoy the yoga!! Hugs, Jen :)

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  7. Way to go Donna - you're an inspiration! Keep up the great focus to reclaim a healthy future. Yoga is great, I love it. Hope the work out with the weights energizes ya! I know you'll get your walking quota in seeking out the deals at Winners and Wal-mart, lol. Thinking about you often, Gloria.

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  8. Hi Donna, happy to hear the blood work went well. Think of u often and Praying always for good results. Hope to get home this summer and see u all. SENDING U A BIG HUG till I can give u one in person. DO LOTS OF SHOPPING THAT'S ALWAYS A GOOD THING. TAKE CARE JO.

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  9. Greetings to The Hamm Family,
    Such great news from you Donna. Everyones positive thoughts & your strong outlook on good health....simply remarkable. Keep up the great job. Just heading to Fargo to see my sister again whom also is doing great. Enjoy your week...Wade came to the cabin yesterday...so if your ears were ringing we sure had a nice visit & reminisced about you & the grand Hamm get togethers. Just remember..."You are always on my mind" XOXO Ricki

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