Our summer vacation is over and we are back in school. We are all settling back into our daily routines, Luke is enjoying 4th grade and we are very excited for a great year at Redeemer. We ended our summer with the Switzers as always we enjoy their visit to Florida and wish they were more frequent. We also have a new addition to our family, Teddi arrived via N.C. with Bonner and Kara Herring, two dear friends of ours, a few weeks ago. Luke had mentioned to Bonner that he has always wanted a yorkie puppy so Bonner quickly put the wheels in motion he contacted a close friend of his and pretty soon Teddi was born and on her way to Florida. We are all enjoying her and grateful to our friends for making it happen.
I am doing very well still have some pain but nothing I cannot manage and my energy level is good. I don't believe it will ever be what it used to but I am pleased with my progress. Chemotherapy is going well it is amazing how routine it has become. I am often asked about my prognosis or what my blood tests and scans are showing and to be honest I have not had any since I was released from the hospital. I have settled into this weekly chemotherapy routine and find myself not wanting to know anything I am finally feeling better and don't know if I can handle any bad news. As you all know I try to be as strong and positive as I can and when you are faced with some real results sometimes that attitude is hard to maintain. I want to just base my progress on how I am feeling and since I continue to improve I have not pressed for further testing. When I spoke with my oncologist last he said it can take as many as 8 treatments to see results so I would imagine it is getting about time for some scans. I am more anxious about it now than ever in light of my recent struggles but I will put all my efforts into thinking positive and celebrate when they are promising.
I will continue to marvel in the strength of prayer, friendship and my good fortune to be surrounded by the love of my family and friends.
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Oh I am ever so happy you've updated your blog, I always look as you are always popping in my mind, as I continue to wear some of your clothes you cast aside long ago. PS I kinda think Luke and Teddi look a little a like!!! LOL
Trini!
Your son is so beautiful! I see you when I see him! The eyes, the smile...I remember going to your house after school for the first time & thinking you were so cool because you had older sisters that were nice to you (& your friends)! There was soooo much clothes between you all. You never wore the same thing twice. Even though I haven't seen or spoken to you in 20 years, you are still a big part of my teenage years that I love to reflect back upon. Thinking of you & wishing you all the courage you can hold. Big hug to you, Jen Langsam
Hi Trini
I have been following your blog for about a month now and am so happy to hear you are feeling better. All the wonderful memories I have of us as children came rushing back as I read your blog. We had so much fun on good old Van Vorst Dr. I was glad when we became friends again in high school. You were always such a strong, caring and loving person. As I get to know you again through your blog I realize you are all that and more. Your son is beautiful, the same age as my Drew. I think they would be fast friends just like we were. Just wanted you to know your in mine and Matt's prayers everyday. My folks send their love too. Take care. Lisa Smith DeLorenzo
Trini,
I am glad to hear you are feeling strong. You are in my thoughts and prayers. You were missed at the reunion and talk of so fondly. Know you are loved. Keep smileing and a positive attitude. p.s. your son is very handsome. Sincerely Beth(Simmons) Sheedy
Wow Trini, you are amazing!!! I don't think I can even put it into words to describe what was going through my mind when I heard about your diagnosis! ( I found out 2 days before the reunion) . I had an overwhelming feeling of sadness, anger , and disbelief. I had no idea you weren't going to be there for the 20th reunion, as you were one of the "girls" I was looking forward to seeing that day. ( I attended because I married Chris Monaco- it was his reunion too). I am glad I found your blog, because, in a selfish way, it has helped me cope with your news knowing you are feeling better and doing well right now. I feel myself sitting here wanting to fight it with/for you!!! I am shouting outloud from Illinois, "Yes Trini, you can do this! You go girl!" You were always such a firecracker on that soccer field, and I am glad to see that you are still like that! You are truly an inspiration to us all! You take care and keep on fighting. Your attitude and will are going to get you all through this. Just know that all of us talk about you and are thinking about you. You are, for certain, in everyones thoughts and prayers!!By the way, your son is so handsome!! Keep blogging!
Trini you are amazing! I have been in touch with Michelle DeMatteo and she told me about your blog. I spent hours reading the blog and all of our childhood memories came back. Your were a very caring, strong, funny girl back them and you still are now! I am amazed at your strength and courage. "You go girl!" Luke is adorable...he looks just like you! Just last month I was telling my oldest daughter Mackenzie about wearing Jordache jeans in the 6th grade and how cool they were!! Remember those days! :) Please keep blogging...our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Erin (Smith) Howren
Trin,
You never cease to amaze me. I check in on this blog from time to time just to keep in the loop. You are in my daily prayers, and I just want to take a moment to say..
Girl...you amaze me. Your strength, your hope, your faith. To say I am proud of you would seem to belittle how truly heroic you have been. Your courage, and your strength, you are amazing.
Keep it up and know you are in my prayers.
xoxo
Amy Swearingen
Trini, How long it has been. Well, almost 20 years. After reading much of your blog it is plain to see what an inspiration you are to so many people. You are cleary strong and courageous. I have been going over some long ago memories in my mind. I wonder if you remember being a bag of jelly beans or was it M&M's for Halloween with me. We actually went trick or treating with those costumes on. What were we like 13 or 14. Probably to old to be trick or treating. We had alot of fun back then. I know your fun spirit and positive outlook is probably what helps you through the not so good moments. I hope you know how many of your old friends are praying for you and your family everyday. Your son is so cute and looks just like you. Lucky little boy. He is the same age as my daughter so when your in Burnt Hills again we'll introduce them. Continue to stay strong as I will continue to pray for you all. Take care of yourself.
Sincerely, Amy (Laviano)Pausley
Hi Trini, Its Karie Hoskinson from BHBL. I was looking for you at the reunion. Im sorry to hear what you have to go through right now. You always were such a great friend in school. I know that you will beat this thing. Your son is adorable. I will keep you in my prayers. We lived in Ann Arbor, MI. I read that your sister lives in MI too. I think of you often and wish you the best. Love Karie
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