8 down, 4 to go!

Treatment #8 is in the books! That sounds so good. One moment I say, "Yay, I only have 4 more to go," the next "Oh goodness, I still have 4 more to go."  The days right after are rough and I must admit I'm getting a little tired of being sick and tired every two weeks. Oh well, one thing is for sure. It will be over soon! 

Thank you for all your prayers concerning my platelet count. They worked!!! I'm sure the good diet and essential oils played a part as well. Last time my platelet count dropped by 29 points. This time it only dropped by 10. I would rather it didn't drop at all, but hey, 10 is certainly better than 29. We proceeded with chemo. My oncologist thought it best to slightly decrease both chemo drugs. She feels it's better to stay on schedule with a lower dose than risk missing a treatment with the higher dose. If my lab results are good next time, I assume we will continue with that dose. I can't tell much difference in the side effects. It still knocks me down for a few days.

During my good days we enjoyed a wonderful weekend at Bear Lake with Marianne's family. Through a dear friend's generosity we had a lovely cabin (picture beautiful house) to stay in. It was so relaxing and refreshing. And yes, the fresh raspberry shakes are as good as they say!

A sister at church today spoke about the power of prayer and the blessings of the wildernesses we sometimes have to endure. I have experienced both these past few months. My journey through the wilderness of cancer has taught me so many things - especially about faith and hope and enduring with optimism. These are lessons I'm grateful for. It is a hard journey, for sure, but the peace and joy in my life are stronger than ever, and I know more than ever how much God loves and tends to His children.

Thank you for sharing this journey with me.