I feel as though I should just cut and paste one of my old post reflecting I am yet again trying another chemotherapy. Its been a while since my last update because I have a very hard time both physically and emotionally with this one. It started with some severe pain in my right side which of course led to more scans showing some more metastasis in my liver. Surgery or radiation were not an option so we have begun a new course of chemo called Ixempra I take it every three weeks instead of weekly and I learned rather quickly why. Although I had been handling side effects well this one is a whopper. I am currently on my week off and feeling great but getting ready for round two on Tuesday I am definitely preparing for what is ahead. The way I am trying to look at it is I need to knock my socks off to get rid of what is growing and since the others weren't doing the trick this one will.
"After you have suffered a little while, our God who is full of kindness through Christ, will give you his eternal glory. He firmly will come and pick you up, and set you firmly in place and make you stronger than ever" (Peter 5:10).
We are optimistic that I will be making the turn by Christmas and feeling well enough to enjoy the holidays. I will be surrounded by family and friends which is where I love to be. Christmas eve will be at my aunt Mary's while Christmas dinner will be here, everyone brings something and sets up so it is a stress free day with lots of fun and laughter. We are very excited, Luke of course is anxious for Santa's arrival.
I continue to enjoy reading your posts and encouraging words it is amazing how I have reunited with friends from Burnt Hills I have not heard from in 20 years. During our High School reunion they passed around my blog and I have been so lucky to hear from friends it is fun and exciting to hear how everyone is. Thank you for taking the time to read and respond I really enjoying hearing from each of you and am grateful for your prayers and concern.
God's Blessings, Merry Christmas!
15 comments:
Your positive attitude is truly an inspiration. God bless you and your family. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Lisa DeLorenzo
Something told me to check your blog this moment as I was thinking of you and sure enough you have a new post. I called to check on you a week ago and haven't heard back - now I know why. It's amazing every time I've seen Luke recently he's so cheerful - you wouldn't know you've hit a bump in the road. Trini you've been through so much and stay so strong for yourself and your family - you're awesome! My love and prayers go out to you, Brett and Luke. Sounds like you'll have a fun and happy Christmas with everyone - so glad! Many blessings to you all!
Love, Doreen, JK and the girls
Trini, you are as beautiful as ever! I wanted you to know that you and your family are in my prayers.
Happy Holidays to you.
Theresa Barnick Seelye
Dear Trini,
I heard about what you were going through at the reunion, but just came across your blog now. I am truly amazed at your strength and positive attitude, and I send my love and good wishes to you and your beautiful family.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Your friend,
Llona(DeLuke)Hogan
Trini, I don't even know if you remember me, it's Bear! All of my thoughts and prayers are with you!
Dear Trini,
I've been wondering why I have found myself speechless countless times sitting in front of this computer ready to comment after reading your blog. I've realized that it is because I am truly in awe of you, the woman you've become(wife, mother, and family member), and your inner warrior that is fighting back with every ounce of your being. May God Bless you and your family. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you all.
Love, Karen Reynheer Adams
Hey- Trini this is Tadd (speaking of people you haven't heard from in a while)
Sorry to find out your sick -that fucking sucks!!- if I had better bed side manner I might have gone to medical school... instead I work in cancer research tool development... I'm more of protein than patient kinda guy... still if you have questions and want to contact me please do... etadds@yahoo or on face book
Hope you are feeling better soon-- I remember being deeply in love with you in 5th grade and I also remember you defending me as a booger picker but "not an eater"... none of that's changed...
looks like you've got a fantastic family and friends.. so I hope you have a great holidays with them and a healthy new year
Love tadd
Dearest Trini,
Again, I thank you for being so honestly inclusive by having this blog, so that we can all keep up-to-date, without being intrusive to you or your family.
We know you are in the fight of your life... and it's very scary... and it's physically and emotionally exhausting...
But we also hope you KNOW and FEEL that so many are praying for your continued strength (and for your family). Your journey has been so long and so hard, but we are blessed to be included as witnesses to your dogged determination and extreme grace!!!
The Pruitt Family wishes you and your entire family, a truly blessed and joyous Christmas!!!!!!
Love Always,
Aileen, Ken & the kids
Trini,
Thank you for sharimg, especially God's word which is our Truth. You are a blessing to all. Yor unselfishness, your love of Life and your inspiring attitude is something we can all learn from.
May God bless you with the Light of Christmas,which is Fiath and the Warmth of Christmas which is Love. May this New yaer be filled with "JOY" ...I LOVE YOU.
Always,
Maggie
trini, hope you, brett and luke and all your family had a very merry christmas and thank you for your blog updates. we will be thinking of you during this next challenge. stay headstrong! erin
Bin,
I hope your family had a great holiday season together. You are truly an amazing woman. Your strength is inspirational. I appreciate you keeping everyone updated on your blog. I lost touch for a few months and right after I sent you an email I got your blog. Keep fighting and stay strong. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Michelle (DeMatteo) Dill
I hope we haven't had a new post from you in a while because you are feeling fabulous and doing all kinds of fun things with your family! My hope is that 2009 is a year of comfort, peace and improved health for you. There are lots of people back here in the BH-BL region praying for you!
Love,
Anne (Flynn) Porreca
Dear Trini,
Michael again. I pray everyday for you. You have been so strong. Keep it going, Trini. This is Gd's will and I truly believe He will find your true work one of His miracles.
Michael Venditti
Hi Trini!
Happy 2009!
Thinking about you...
Trini, I was happy to hear you spent your holidays surrounded by family and friends. There is no greater gift for the holidays. You and your family are in our continued prayers. Stay strong and keep fighting. You are indeed an inspiration to me and to many.
Happy New Year to you and your family.
Amy (Laviano) Pausley
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