Today I visited my neurosurgeon (referred to me by Dr. Crane, my awesome oncologist) and have been scheduled for surgery next Tuesday morning. The surgery will help strengthen my spine, especially the C-6 region (Google that). The C-6 region will be replaced with a metal bar (no, I will not beep when I go through airport security). They have done this before and are very optimistic about the results helping my recovery.
I should be out of commission for a couple of weeks, after which time I will be sporting a shiny new, pink if I can find it, Aspen Collar (Google that too).
I plan to recouperate in New Bern with my parents, Peggy and Doug Phelps, for a week or two. Feel free to stop by and say hello! (Bring chocolate).
I am hoping that the surgery will alleviate some of the pain I am currently feeling in my neck. After this surgery, I can begin my regimen of chemotherapy pills (twice daily, no hair loss expected), and radiation treatments. I'm taking this all one day at a time.
Please forgive me for not calling everyone. I am hoping the blog will help keep everyone updated until I have time to call or email. Thank you for all of your love and support.
Over the next couple of weeks, I will keep you updated or get my friends to help me communicate what is going on.
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This blog is a wonderful tool to keep everyone informed. I have a blogspot for my husband too. You are an amzing woman Jennifer and your good spirit and positive attitude are admirable. I just want you to know that I have been thinking about you even though I haven't reached out yet. I know you have a lot going on! Look forward to seeing you soon!! You are in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteJenn - I am in Michigan and will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Thanks for the blog. I will look at it everyday to keep up with you, your treatments and progress. Let your mother and father spoil you while you are recuperating. Love, Jute
ReplyDeleteJenn, you are in the prayers of all of us at Garber Church. Your strength and attitude are an inspiration. We will help your mom and dad spoil you while you are in New Bern.
ReplyDeleteHi Jennifer, hopefully we can work the blog. We want you to know you are in our prayers and we will look for you in "The Bern". Chocolate, huh? Don't forget Harvey! Mary & Joe Hudson
ReplyDeleteHey Sweetie. I am thinking about you! If you need anything please do not hesitate to contact me. I will be happy to help you out. Your blog is already cracking me up, you're too funny. I miss you!
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