My body feels a lot like my March Madness bracket... pretty busted
I have had several treatments since my last post, and I wanted to write an update, but this cancer thing makes my life seem like groundhogs day. I was hoping something interesting would have occurred since the last post, but at this point it's pretty mundane.
I am going in tomorrow for the 6th treatment of 12. I am glad this is going to be half way point, and I cannot wait to put this all behind me. I have a scan scheduled for the 5th of April to see any progression the drugs have had on the cancer cells, or if the doctors need to up the potency level because there is not enough progress being made. Regardless if the results show that there are not any signs of the cancer remaining in my body, the Dr. still insists that I finish the remaining 6 rounds... She's not the one with her head in the toilet.
I have not lost my hair yet. It is slowly coming out, but I was under the impression it would be long gone. I continue to cut it pretty short, which makes it easier to maintain. Maybe it's just male pattern baldness. (that's depressing)
My appetite is pretty normal, I eat about 5-6 small meals a day. I have found that food helps settle my stomach, especially after getting belly full of venom. I get cravings for certain foods, some of highlights are whoppers, cole slaw (any type of slaw), Sprite, KFC, stuffing, cheesy Gordita crunches. I am hoping to get over this cancer thing and move onto diabetes after the summer.
Thats about all I have to report on. Here are two photos of from the last two rounds. (descriptions below)
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1. Here is the photo from round #4. I am standing in front of the hospital City of Hope. Don't get confused by the serene "light beams" in the photo, I am pretty sure that is just L.A. pollution...
2. I am including a creepy photo Kristen took during the last treatment (5th), just to show off my new cancer beanie. I look like a baby angel... Actually, Kristen and I were playing a game of opossum.
Hi Wes ! This is Steph Brady-Tannes mom. I was thinking of you today and remembered T sent me the link to your blog a long time ago. Your in my prayers
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ReplyDeleteThanks for the update. The young men still ask, "hey, have you heard anything about our leader that was so cool?" and of course we take it the wrong way knowing that they don't think we're necessarily cool... anyway, just wanted to mention that many of us are thinking of you over here in Whittier.
I also wanted to say that my grandmother is going through the same treatments and even though there's no sign of any more cancer, they're also making her complete the rest of the treatments. Sounds like you're in good hands. You're half way there! Hang in there buddy!
glad for the update, we pray for you every night. Miss you guys glad you are at the half way point. Love your posts and your humor! Love ya!
ReplyDeleteBaby angel? this is definitely going to be what I call you from now on. Very accurate description. And you should have a halfway party (half of a cake, halfway blown up balloons, cheesy gordita crunches cut in half, play the song "whoa we're halfway there", you know...the usual halfway party items).
ReplyDeletebeen anxious to hear...Chrissy met Leslie, Celeste and jennifer for breakfast the other day and she gave her a bit of an update. You are a strong man. Wish we could've grown up seeing all of you more, despite that all of us Fullers think of you often. Anxious for you to start your diabetes blog;)
ReplyDeleteI agree you have a very stong spirit. This morning while watching conference, President Ering spoke on life's trials. He was inspired by President Kimball when he said he was grateful for his trials and the blessings he received from them. So, President Ering went home and prayed for his own trial. Sure enough, he received one in a few days. Wes, did you also remember that talk by Pres. Kimball and pray for your own trial???? I know you bless all of us with your inner strength. I continue to remember you in my prayers, although I will find it hard to express gratitude for what you and Kristen are going through. Aunt Carol
ReplyDeleteWes I will finally say something. I have avoided looking at this blog because I am such an incredible little baby when it comes to the idea of you being in such a humbled state. I knew that if I were to look then the water slides would start. I only chose to read now because of the good news that you are free of the cancer. Even though we haven't talked you must know that our little family have been crying and praying for you the last few months. I love you brother. Keep up the hope. -Rome
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