Monday, December 8, 2008

Waiting for a Prognosis

The days are ticking by slowly.  It's agony to wait for information.  I mean, the holidays are absolutely the worst time in the world to get cancer, you know?  My gynecologist said that I would probably have to have another surgery to remove my uterus and any lymph glands/cancerous tissues.  Then probably some chemo.  Goodbye hair, huh?  I'll know for sure on Wednesday.

My first evening out we went to a play at Interplayers called "Home Again for the First Time."  It was written years ago and is set in Spokane, but this is the first time it has played here.  The two boy characters reminded me of my own, especially when they were rolling around the stage, wrestling.  I could tell the parents of sweet little girls.  They were the people in the audience recoiling in horror as the actors chased each other all around the stage.  We had a great time.

I'm going to start driving this week.  Mickey insists on short trips to the grocery store, etc., so I might head over to Huckleberry's for something.  And yes, I am feeling good enough to drive.  In fact, I feel pretty terrific.  My incision doesn't really hurt, it just feels tight, unless I press on it.  (No surprise there!)  I just get tired really easily.

Christian competed in the Lego Robotics League this weekend and came home with a "Judge's Choice" medal.  He wore it to school today.  I'm very proud of his accomplishment.  Jesse went to a friend's house and they baked pumpkin brownies.  They were terrific.  I might have a little baker in the making!

The boys are so ready for skiing/boarding, but no snow yet.  I doubt I will get up there this year, so it's a good thing they're old enough to at least take the Mt. Spokane bus.  It was supposed to snow last night, but as Christian says, the weathermen don't know what they're talking about.  Weather forecasting reminds me of psychic hot lines.  I think that every tv station has a room in the basement where Shakespeare's "Weird Sisters" are cackling over a bubbling cauldron.  And that's where the weather forecasts really come from.

If you have access to prayer chains, I would appreciate being placed on them.  Thanks!

5 comments:

Kim Buck said...

Wow, Joan. I'm speechless (for once ; )

I love you and I'll be sending you loads of light, my sister.

xoxo, Kim

Unknown said...

(((HUGS))) to & your family. I will be praying for you and I have access to a prayer chain.

Loads of love headed your way!

Ann

Jacolyn Green said...

Joan, you are in my prayers and on prayer lists and chains. You have incredible healing powers supporting you ... Mickey, Jesse, Christian and your love of life! Jackie

Carma said...

You know you are in my thoughts and prayers. You are more than a sister, you are my best friend. I will be thinking positive thoughts for you, especially tomorrow.
Love ya lots,
Carma

Lisa Poole said...

Joan,
I'm sure the waiting is about to drive you crazy. I want you to know I'm praying for a good prognosis and a speedy recovery. You have a strong support team at home and an even bigger one down here at the agency. We are here for you, Mickey and the boys. Hang in there honey!

Lisa