Friday, June 12, 2009

Hello Everyone!

I arrived home from Arizona and went right over to Loyola for treatment #4.  My counts are still good but I need to drink more water!!  

The Arizona trip was wonderful.  My college roommate Karen was delighted that we could visit.  We modified some of our activities so I could get that daily nap.  We went to get to the Fairmont Princess Spa where I had an amazing relaxation massage. I had no idea that you could feel that great!!!   Emily and Karen got the manicure/pedicure deluxe treatment.  We also went to the Arboretum, the Daimondback vs. Giants game, Old Scottsdale (Sue, we ate at the Sugar Bowl!), and of course the mall.  Our trip to Tucson will have to wait until next year. 

On the side effect note, my hair did start to fall out on Wednesday.  I will be going for that much anticipated buzz early next week.  Time to try some new looks.  Oh, I just can't wait!!  

That's all for now.  Thanks again for all you continued prayers and support.
You have no idea how uplifting it is!!!

Karen


5 comments:

  1. Great that you could fit a vacation in--that's just like you, Karen! Praying for you, as is the group at St. Mary's. Linda Balla

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  2. Hi Karen,
    I just wanted you to know that I'm praying for you. I hate it that you are having to go through all of this, but first and foremost you have God, and you also have your family and all of your friends. We all love you so much and you are going to come out of this victorious !!! Thank you for posting all of this information, as it's good for all who love you to be able to touch base with everything that is going on with you. I hope its theraputic for you as well. I love you Karen..........always have, always will. Love, DeeDee

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  3. Hi Karen,
    I met up with Kristen Collins, Dori Mages, and Tara (with all the crazy kids) at the park today and found out about your cancer. I'm glad to be able to read your blog and know how you are doing. It sounds like you are staying positive and doing as well as can be expected. You will be in my prayers.
    Love,
    Danielle Minnerick

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  4. Andrle,

    Who needs that bothersome hair anyway. I want to see the buzz. Sounds like you are doing well. I am glad to read you had a great trip.
    Keep up the positive attitude.

    Love,
    Hollis

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  5. Hey Karen,
    You did all of our favorite things in AZ...Diamondbacks, Sugar Bowl (yeah!), and seeing Karen. Glad you and Emily were able to go and get away. Life is good so enjoy all of it. Treatment #5 is coming up. Is time really flying?
    Love you,
    Sue

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