I'm done, I'm done...(to be said in a whiny, taunting voice). Suck it cancer :)

So last Thursday was my last treatment which ended with as much fanfare as it began.....none. Completely boring. Regardless, I was in the best mood. Case in point: my blood pressure was about 120/80. That might not seem unusual, but my bp is usually 90/60 so that should tell you how psyched I was.

Still, I didn't really want to celebrate until my booster shot was over (the following day). I've not been shy about complaining over this stinging liquid ("Satan's venom" as I call it), and regardless of the fact it's the last shot, I dreaded it still. It was over fairly quickly and then I could feel relief and accomplishment.

Still, the cruddy after-effects will be with me for another week or so. The booster shot makes it feel like fireworks are going off in my bones, but it reminds me I'm healthy so I don't really mind it. I do mind the fact that most food tastes disgusting and I am so excited this will be my last bout with this particular side effect. After next week I can love food again!

My doctor didn't feel the tumor at all in her clinical exam and is overall very pleased with how everything went down. My iron was up again and my other levels were right on track. I will be cleared for surgery anytime after April 16th, just waiting for it to be scheduled. Doesn't that sound soon? I don't mind, I'd rather things keep moving forward so I can get back to life already.

Who's ready to hear some upbeat postings on this blog? Me! I'm excited to have some fun things going on this week (Mom's Game Night, visit from sis & niece, annual church swap, etc.) and starting to think of ways to keep the boys entertained over the upcoming Spring Break. The sun has been making brief appearances and I see hope everywhere around me!

Thank you for your prayers and check-ins. I will warn you that I will be asking for help in the next few weeks concerning my needs post-surgery. Please help only if you are able. With 3 small children I know that my will to serve others doesn't always match my availability and I can't always help out the way I'd like and if prayers are all that you can handle, I will cherish them immensely. Your prayers helped save my life and that is not lost on me in the least.

Enjoy your day :)