Friday, March 9, 2012

Chemo treatment #2 for Mom

Today was Mom's treatment number two... I am so glad that I can be with her during this journey. I am saddened that we must go through this journey, but I am here for my Mom no matter what. She is my Idol, my Hero. She gave birth to me and she has been a terrific mother to me all my life. I owe her my life, my world. Anything I can do to make her smile, make her happy, make this journey easier you can bet your last dollar, I am doing everything in my power to make that happen!
We arrived at the hospital at 9:30. I had a secret that was in the making for her. I was eagerly awaiting the arrival of a angel. Mom stood up and took her coat off and just sat back down, then I heard the elevator. I knew mom's angel was about to walk off that elevator. And then, there she was!!  Megan.. Mom was shocked and I think she said Oh my God, Megan! She almost cried!!  Said she wanted to, but she held the tears back. Megan stood there with a box of the most beautiful Daffodils! Operation Daffodil was a success!!
They hugged and their eyes did the talking. My eyes welled in tears. Many many thanks to Megan for that moment. One that I will never forget!!  And thanks Jo, for helping us out!! Sorry Margy, that we blew your idea for Sunday..LOL
They hooked her up through the port in her chest. She winced at the pain, but she was a trooper!!  The blood work, the fluid, the anti nausea med and the chemo were pain free from that point on. I went and got Mom a cheeseburger from the cafeteria. She ate almost all of it. We were going to go for a steak and a good drink, but Mom felt bad as I had been up for nearly 24hrs. But like I said, I would do anything for my mom..even it it meant no sleep for 48 hrs!!
I got mom home. We pulled in the driveway and there sat the darn trashcan in the middle of the driveway. I get out and put the lid back on... and put it where it belonged. Mom not sure that I had the lid on tight gets out and makes sure..lol well with the wind blowing so hard, it took her breath away. I get her inside and she needed her inhaler. I get that for her and she used it three times. I ended up having to get her O2 down from the bedroom and she put that on. I am sure that it helped her. Gave her her new medicines and then after making sure she was all good, I left for home. She worries so much about her babies...she stressed over and over, please don't fall asleep going home. I assured her I would not and she gave me strict instructions to call her when I got home. Don't worry, I did as I was told!!
Spoke to Mom when I woke up...at 8pm and she was doing good. Had rested and napped since I had left. The pain med made her pretty groggy. Hope that will ease up as she gets used to it!
Now that I have figured out how to set up a blogging page... lets see how long I will keep this up!!
Much love to all of the Momsters and Dadsters... You are my Mom's best friends and family and I am proud to be involved with a great bunch of the best friends a person could ask for!!  <3

10 comments:

  1. God Bless you Carolyn, LYNN and Christie too.Thank you for the post Caro. It is from the heart and it brought tears to my eyes...I am very grateful to you to have an update about LYNN.PRAYERS♥ Your MOMMA is a fighter and I am so very honoured to know her and think of myself as her friend.

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  2. Hoda and Jo, I love you both as well! I must learn how you make the hearts... the way I do it on fb is not how it worked here...LOL

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  3. Carolyn, thank you so very much for this beautiful report. You're the same age as my daughter. I know your mother is so very proud of you. I, too, got tears in my eyes reading this. God bless and keep you both!♥

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  4. Jewels, Thanks so much for taking the time to do this for all of us on the blog. I have only known your mom for a few months, as I came on the blog the same time you did. But already, I can tell that she is a wonderful, caring lady. She holds a special place in my heart and I pray for her day and night! You are lucky to have such a great mom and she is also very lucky to have you and your sister!

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  5. Carolyn,
    This is wonderful, beautiful, and all those good words....
    In fact I'm speechless....Thank you for bringing this gift to all of us....We love you all, so much
    xoxoxo ♥

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  6. What a beautiful writing and from deep inside your soul and heart ♥ I felt the love as I read it you are a very sweet person and your MOM has raised a fantastic daughter ♂ and thank you for keeping all the eagle momsters ♂ and dadsters ♀ up to date with your MOM she is loved by all here I haven't had a chance to meet her but I feel I know her I wish you and your family the best a will keep you all in my thoughts throughout this Bless you and your family may you find the strength to get through this (((((((Gentle Hugs for your MOM))))))

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  7. DEAR CAROLYN...

    I'm so glad you were able to get your own 'Personal Blog' up and running. Use it often, pour your thoughts and feelings out...it is very THERAPUDIC!

    I, along with everyone else, had tears rolling down my cheeks as I read your letter. You see, I, too, have gone through two bouts of cancer with my mother. Once when she was 73 and again when she was 81. She is now 91 and cancer free, so you see, cancer can be BEAT!
    Lots of TLC and PRAYER will go a long way in getting your Mom through this...and don't forget to take care of yourself and let your daughters help too.

    We do love your Mom, so very much, and miss having her with us every day. We will look forward to reports on here, from you, as the days and weeks go by. We have come to love you too, and hope that you will stay with us long after your Mom is well again♥

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  8. Jewels, what a wonderful way to include everyone in what you and your family are going through now. We all love your Mother so much and are so happy she has two wonderful daughters who are taking such excellent care of her. This blog of yours is a wonderful idea. I'll be checking regularly for news big and small, and fully anticipate we'll be hearing great news before long! God Bless all of you!

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  9. Carolyn...

    Wanda is so right!! Having to battle this with your Mom again must be so difficult for all three of you wonderful gals! Pour out your thoughts and we are here to love on you, hold your hand and help you through the best and worst of times.

    We all dearly love and appreciate your Mom on this Blog. She is a genuine and true friend to so many of us. You are truly blessed to have such an amazing Mom. Amazing Moms produce amazing kids..........as is the case with you and Christie!! It's all in the LOVE!!

    Thank you so very much for sharing your thoughts and your day with us. We look forward to hearing more as you are able to share with us! We look forward to that day when your Mom beats this cancer once again and is healed!!

    Much love and (((( HUGS )))) to you! ♥

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