Back To Work Already?

So this whole "Chemo Thing" is becoming a bit old hat for Char already.  Ever had one of those days where you feel like you are on the set of Groundhog Day with Bill Murray?  Well, that about summarizes Char's Chemo side-effects comings and goings.  At least there is some method and routine to the side-effects madness.  

Since her last round of treatment, Char has done great.  The side-effects came on a bit earlier and some came on stronger, but overall she continues to be doing beautifully.  At her initially weekly blood test, or as Mom calls it, "my vampire appointment", her white blood cell and platelet counts were rather low.  By her second blood test post Chemo, everything is on the rise and she is ready for treatment number three this Thursday, June 18th.

With a bit of prodding on her part, Dr. McCullom has agreed to clear her to go back to work as long as she is able to flex time and get the rest and recuperation time that she needs after each Chemo treatment.  So she is diving right in on Monday and getting back to it.  Char is looking forward to more return to normalcy and is excited but a tad anxious I am sure.  Again, she likes to take big bites at getting herself out there.  Take note that she is returning to work three days prior to her next round of treatment.  I simply have to laugh because our family does nothing if not time things perfectly. ;)  

This week will be busy and exhausting I am sure.  Calls and emails will certainly continue to be so very appreciated but please be patient if not returned in a super timely fashion.  Something tells me that Mom may be finding some early nights to bed this week.

Mom, you are doing wonderfully.  You look great.  Heck, you had more energy than me on Friday with the four kids!  Keep up the fabulous work.  You are a beautiful and amazing woman and an inspiration to us all.  We love you.  Sweet dreams.

All of Our Love,

Your Gang