Second Round Down

Today Char had her second round of Chemo and initiated the official Biotherapy/Placebo intervention portion of her clinical trial.  While her day was long and tiring, it went well.  She says that she feels a bit more fatigued and shakier than after her initial treatment session.  This could be cumulative effect of treatment, simple duration of treatment and time sitting throughout the day today, introduction of a new intervention or any combination of all of the above.  At the end of the day, she sounds great and was able to eat and drink throughout her treatment today.  

During these long days of treatment, Char is making some new friends.  Many of the people who she is meeting are also in the midst of their battle with Ovarian Cancer.  This is a positive thing as they are able to share so much experience, information, support and perspective with each other. Through her work with the Stephen Ministries, Char has provided much support for many individuals in troubled times of health and well-being.  Last night it seems that the support that they provide for others opened a new door for her.  The church that she attends is the meeting place for a support group called HUGS that is for women battling various forms of Gynocological Cancers.  The schedule could not work out better for her as it corresponds perfectly with her Stephen Ministries meeting schedule allowing her to participate in both.  She plans to begin attending at the next available meeting.  While those near and dear to her are able to provide so much love, encouragement and support, we are unable to share any true perspective or experience specific to Ovarian Cancer.  We are very grateful that she has found this opportunity.   

Mom had her follow-up from her surgery with Dr. McCullom this week.  Her blood results continue to show positive trends.  Her pertinent levels are increasing as would be expected.   Overall, he said that she is progressing very well.  He is not ready to release her to return to work quite yet.  Thankfully, Char's company has been and says they will be very accommodating with her throughout her treatment.  We are obviously very grateful for their flexibility and understanding.  It is an enormous stress relief for her.

Thank you to everyone for your continued support.  We are so happy to continue to be providing positive news on Mom's progress.  She truly is a trooper.  This Ovarian Cancer did not choose a weak and complacent adversary.  Our Mom is in it to win it. ;)  

Mom, we love you and are so proud of you.  We pray that you continue to feel minimal effects from these treatments and continue to experience the best possible results of your efforts and treatments.  We love you, love you, love you!

All of Our Love,

Your Gang