Bobbie's Blog

Saturday, March 19, 2016

Chemo Round 6

Today Simone and Bobbie were chanting, "Two more, only Two more".

It's been a long haul, but we are down to the last month of chemo therapy. Greg and Shauna and family are coming to visit for the Easter holiday and then Celeste is coming to visit a few days after that. Bobbie is hoping that the visits will help speed the time along.

Bobbie continues to be super tired and this new chemo seems to have lessened her appetite. She tries to eat what she can and has lost about 10-12 pounds. It's important for her to keep her strength up and eat as often as possible. Fred is continually concerned that his sweetheart isn't eating enough. Simone and Fred try to get her whatever sounds good to her. Last week she liked plain McDonald's hamburgers and a few fries. Simone plans good meals and snacks to take to the marathon 5 hour chemo treatments. Chicken salad was a favorite for awhile. She has been a real trooper over the past 3 months and we're all extremely happy that we are down to the final 2 treatments.

Wednesday, March 2, 2016

Yesterday Bobbie had a routine appointment where they checked her blood prior to chemo, to make sure she is healthy and ready. Simone called today and said that Bobbie is going to have a blood transfusion tomorrow. Her hemoglobin is really low. She has been super tired and out of breath, so this explains her symptoms and should help her to feel better.

She starts chemo 3 on Friday and she's a bit nervous about it. The doctor said most people have an easier time with 3 than they do with 1 &2. The side effects and allergic reactions can be worse though. So, we are asking for renewed prayers on her behalf. I'll let you know how she's doing again early next week.

Tuesday, February 16, 2016

February 5, 2016

Chemo, round 3

Things went well this past week. Bobbie has had a few problems with low blood pressure and had to go back and see the doctor. He took her off of one blood pressure medicine and told her to monitor her blood pressure 3 times a day. If it goes back up to a certain number, she will add the blood pressure med back in. No blisters or headaches this time :) I had a nice visit in Ohio, other than it was super cold!

Bobbie was in the mood for KFC pot pies that week, so we made several runs to the local KFC to keep her happy. The staff at the cancer center are super nice people and always joke and smile. Some of them even recognized Bobbie when we were out and about in the hospital.

Her new wig came in while I was there. It looks great on her, but she prefers a cute hat or scarf most days. Simone said her mom always has cute matching scarves, hats and outfits. While we were at the wig store they asked Bobbie to take off her hat to try on her wig. She was reluctant, so a lady seated behind her jumped up and said, "Will this help"? She pulled off her "hair" and smiled really big. It was so sweet! She even had us all feel her new super soft, downy hair that was growing back in. It was as soft as cotton.

Friday, January 22, 2016

Chemo, round 2

Simone said that Bobbie did really well today. The good news is that so far, no HEADACHE! She said continue to pray, because it's working.

We talked to Bobbie on Greg's birthday, Jan 16, and she sounded good. She said she's tired and just doesn't feel "right" but was in good spirits in general. She said about every 3 hours she gets hungry and a small amount of food seems to fill her back up again. We're glad she has an appetite and so far hasn't been nauseous.

Friday, January 8, 2016

Chemo ~ Day One

Simone said everything went well today. Originally the doctor told Simone she would have to wait in the Lobby for Bobbie, but a nice nurse told her she could come along today and be Bobbie's "Chemo-Sabe".

The only pain was slight. They inserted a needle into Bobbie's port. The port is under the skin, just below her collar bone. So far no nausea, but she's sleepy. As a side note, I think she looks really good in purple.