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2Nd Round Of Chemo, Done!

bonnie blue

By bonnie blue
in Coping with Celiac Disease

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bonnie blue
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Hello to all my friends,

Well the 2nd round of cocktails are done and I am happy to report that this time was much easier, mainly fatigue but nothing I couldn't handle. I have one more round the 28th then surgery to remove my stomach in February. Ok so that is freaking me out a little I am doing all I can to get my body ready, physically, mentally, and spiritually so that my healing process will be easier. I just want everyone to know that I am doing well the doctors are very pleased with my progress, they actually thought by this point I would need a feeding tube, but I fooled them all and I am actually gaining weight!!! So I have this break now to enjoy Christmas with my family, so for now the words, Cancer, surgery, and chemotherapy are banned in my house. I just want to enjoy this next week and only have some fun!!! Have a wonderful day my friends and thank you again for all your support. B)

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sa1937
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I'm so glad you're doing well, Bonnie...there's nothing quite as sweet as fooling your doctors!!! I hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday season!

Thoughts and prayers are with you as you undergo the challenges of the new year!

kareng Grand Master
kareng
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Sounds like " the thing that shall not be named "went well. Keep your head warm & Have a great holiday!

sahm-i-am Apprentice
sahm-i-am
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Thanks for the update and hope you and your family have a very happy Holiday!!!

IrishHeart Veteran
IrishHeart
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Best wishes for a wonderful holiday season. Rest up, recharge and bask in the love of your family. You're one courageous chick, and don't you forget it! ;) Defying the doctors has made me feel pretty good---you should too!

You're a warrior princess!

My thoughts and prayers,

IH

GFinDC Veteran
GFinDC
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Good news Bonnie! Take care and have a great Christmas season! :D

Skylark Collaborator
Skylark
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Thanks so much for taking the time to come and share the update. I'm glad to hear you're handling everything so well. Merry Christmas!

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Booghead
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Glad to here it went better, I was worried that it would go worse. Have a very Merry Christmas. B)

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AVR1962
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YAY! Wonderful news!!!!! Best to you and enjoy the holidays!

mushroom Proficient
mushroom
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Bonnie Blue, you are one strong lass. Wishing you and your family a joyous Christmas full of love and happiness :)

Bubba's Mom Enthusiast
Bubba's Mom
Posted

So glad to hear you're faring well. A positive outlook is so helpful to healing.

You get extra bonus points for showing the Docs wrong! :D

HAPPY HOLIDAYS

Googles Community Regular
Googles
Posted

I'm glad that things are going well for you. I hope you have a wonderful holiday and enjoy being with your family.

Roda Rising Star
Roda
Posted

Glad this time went better. Have a great time with your family. Merry Christmas!!

lynnelise Apprentice
lynnelise
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Merry Christmas and enjoy your holiday! Glad you are feeling well!

lucky28 Explorer
lucky28
Posted

Great to hear from you! I hope you and your family enjoy a very merry Christmas!

PS: I work with doctors almost every day, it's good to prove them wrong! :P

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