Today was a treatment day and a check-up day. All went well. Last Thursday, I had another MUGA scan to check my heart, remember the Herceptin is potentially damaging to the heart. Essentially, the scan showed no change from the last scan done in February. The heart ejection fraction was calculated at 57% (56% in February) - a normal finding. Blood tests were okay, to0. I have about 8 more weeks of Herceptin, then a bunch of scans and tests to create a new "normal" for me. These scans will be used to compare to future ones.
I have been feeling well. The school semester ended in mid-May with much activity. I am teaching in June online and will be in Topeka a few days this month to complete annual reports. I am trying hard to increase my physical activity, which I know will make me feel better, too.
My sister, Carol, nominated me for the Longaberger "Pink Luncheon" which honors breast cancer survivors. The luncheon is held at the home of Tami Longaberger, an owner of the company. It is in July, so Carol and I will make a trip to Dresdin, Ohio. I am very honored to be one of the selected attendees. I'll post pictures on a future blog. Oh, we are supposed to wear pink - do you think that will be an issue for me??? ha! Sounds like a good excuse to shop.
Hope your summer is going well - take time to enjoy the heat.
I am thankful for Natalie, one of my students, who honored me with a luminery at the Shawnee County Relay for Life. Prayers and positive thoughts keep me going - my prayer for you -
Lord Jesus,
You showed your love and compassion by the many miracles of healing that You worked.
I know that you care for and watch over all who are sick and who suffer so terribly.
Help them, dear Jesus, to feel your healing love.
Console those for whom a physical cure is not forthcoming.
Strengthen their faith and the faith of those who care for them.
Lord, help me, too, so that I will be strong of faith as well. Amen.
Blessings to you -
Ellen
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WooHoo Ellen! Good News! You are an inspiration to all of us in the School of Nursing. You have been through so much yet you did it with a smile, courage, strength, and a positive attitude. I look forward to sharing some "down time" with you in the future where we can discussing our many blessings of family and fiends. Annie C.
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