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Well, the results of my Oncotype DX test are in and as much as I have always strived for high test scores this is one time when a high score was not necessarily in my favor...my high recurrent score sealed the deal for Chemotherapy as the first part of my treatment protocol. I begin my first of four treatments on December 29th and will take my last treatment on March 2nd. Cytoxan and Taxotere are Dr. Janis' drugs of choice for me, amongst NUMEROUS other concoctions to combat the host of side effects that are expected...already got two presciptions today; one for Compazine and the other for a Cranial Prosthesis (can you believe that terminology??) I guess insurance will pay for a wig if we use the proper vocabulary.
When the Chemo is completed we will explore hormone therapy options and get going with my radiation therapy. Maybe I'll be finished by sometime in June, we'll see.
I have a ginormous folder to read/study all about my new journey. I'll share more of the fascinating information in subsequent posts. I am relieved to know the next step and confident that I will make it through this, definitely better for having gone through this experience. So blessed to be able to wait until after Christmas to begin.
As I was pulling into the garage, listening to the Christmas Music radio station, I heard this verse of Amazing Grace; once again (just like the rainbow last week) God's timing was perfect. After all, it is all about His Timing, not mine...
The Lord has promised good to me,
His Word my hope secures;
He will my Shield and Portion be,
as long as life endures.
We did get our Christmas tree up and decorated...funniest thing heard around the Ruiz Christmas Tree this evening...(see if you can guess who said it), while holding an ornament of the Baby Jesus that read The Greatest Gift, "Oh, guess that's referring to me because I am the greatest gift given to you guys, this ornament must have been from my first Christmas". We all said, "Oh Brother!"...
With much love and thanks for all of your prayers, love and support,
Jeanne
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As always, your perspective, poise, and grace serves as an inspiration to countless folks. I can only imagine how relieved you are to know the next steps. I was at dinner last night and thought of you constantly. I was at Lawry's Carvery and said, "The only other time I've eaten at this delicious restaurant is with Jeanne and Chloe after Nolan's second diagnosis." Glad to hear that Austin continues to be a source of humor...oh that kid! Love you so and am so proud to call you family and friend. Wishing for an extra measure of God's peace to rest on College Park Drive today!
ReplyDeleteI really really like Dr. Janis and the nurses in his office. You are in great hands. God has been so good already with Dr. Lowe and the surgeon and getting the second opinions so early...(before Christmas!) and then letting you wait to start treatment until after Christmas. I am thankful (and in awe) of all the advances God has provided--from tests to various concoctions to combat almost all side effects. Thankful, too, for a God who promises to be your Shield and Portion every moment of every day.
ReplyDeleteDearest Jeanne,
ReplyDeleteThank you for continuing to share your journey. You have my deepest respect; as all of us who love you can only cheer you on and pray for you as you walk this difficult path. I sincerely appreciate that you recognize the blessings that God sends your way and then share them with all of us. With love and prayers....sent your way throughout each day...