This is the part of the treatment that I find most frustrating…the fatigue. Basically I find that I have about an hour and a half of energy for the day so I have to consciously decide how to use that time. After the first treatment, around day 5 or 6, I thought I could get a few things at the grocery store. I quickly realized about 15 minutes after I got there that I needed to head back home while I could still drive. It’s frustrating when your mind thinks of a millions things you could do but your body just can’t to it. So, I have to learn to make the most of the energy I have. I like to pick the kids up at the end of the day..there’s ½ hour. I like to go for a walk…there’s ½ hour. As you can imagine, the other ½ hour gets used up very quickly.
Today Steve and I have our initial consultation with the radiologist. Tomorrow will be the consultation with the genetic counselors.
Off for a nap,
me
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Time management. Mom and I just finished off 6 straight hours of gardening. We used up our energy quota for the next 4 days !! I'll look forward to you saying "how tired you" are when you come to visits us in the "old folks home" in 25 years!!! Mom says 30 plus years. She is looking forward to the time when I'm in the "home" and she has some "time away" from me !!!!
Love and prayers always, Grampa Bobo
My dear Kim, sorry to hear how tired you are,but i know you will overcome all this, you have so much strength and ability. Iwant to wish you a happy birthday tomorrow, and many many more, lots of love,hugs and kisses to all NAN.
Happy Birthday tomorrow. Lots of love,Nana and GG.
Hi Kim,
Just wanted to wish you an early "Happy Birthday"!
May all of your wishes come true...I KNOW they will.
You're in my thoughts often. Hope this doesn't sound silly...but, I'm really proud of you!
Love ya,
Tawn
Good thing Steve only needs a couple of seconds.......Happy Birthday
To our dearest Kim:
When you were born -- years ago, you weighed in at 5 lbs.1 oz. You were this tiny little girl who was a fighter. Determination should have been your second name, because that is what you have to conquer this journey.Just remember that Dad and I are always here for you, Steve and the boys.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SWEETHEART...
Love always
Mom and Dad
Happy Birthday Kim!Aunt Carole and Uncle Brian, you always make me cry when I read your comments! You are so strong, Kim. I have learnt so much from you, and to remember what is important in life. Thank you for that!
Love Tammi
Hi Kim: I just want to wish you a happy birthday. It's Nicholas' birthday also, he's 5 today. I hope you feel better and get your energy back soon. Many happy returns, Aunt Hazel
Hi Kim and Steve:
Everytime I read your blog, Kim - I have to say that if I am ever dealt with having to deal with cancer - you have made me all the wiser and less terrified of this whole experience. It is so good of you to put your 'right now' life into print so that the rest of us can get educated and know that your footprints will make the journey less of a mystery and easier to follow.
I also have to chuckle when I read comments about the Groves boys. Our sons camped and played for years with Steve, Mark and Jamie and I thought that I knew them well - but - alas! I am learning more about them now than I did way back then!! good fun reading!
Thinking of you lots and lots.
Love Helen Brcko
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