Tuesday, March 24, 2009

How can I even begin to say....

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!!!!

I've been thinking a lot about the last 6 months of time since I was told that my tumour was starting to become very aggressive and things were not looking too good. So much has gone through me physically, mentally, emotionally, logically and everything else that you can think off, that it hasn't really allowed me to sit back and say THANK YOU to every single person out there that has helped us.

Helped by supporting us financially, with continuous blessings and prayers, love and everything else that we have received. It truly confirms how beautiful this world is and the people that live here.

I have had many moments of fear that the "airplane I'm flying" is not going to get through this storm. As confident as I do feel that I will get through this challenge, knowing that I have the amazing support that I have makes me that much stronger to prevail.

I send my love, joy and happiness to everyone out there along with the biggest possible hug.

THANK YOU!!!

Sunday, March 22, 2009

2 dogs to give away

Unfortunately I'm stuck between a rock and a hard place regarding the 2 great dogs that we have. Due to the amount of fatigue that is really hitting me and the fact that I can't drive after all of the seizures that I had, our 2 dogs Sterling and Maysi are not getting the attention that they need and deserve.

We've decided that it's in their best interest to be owned by someone else. We're really hoping that they can be kept together. They're best friends!

Please send me an email at ryan.westerman5@gmail.com if you or someone you know is interested. I've attached a couple of pictures. Both Sterling and Maysi are turning 6 this year.

Thursday, March 19, 2009

Round #4

Wow, this Avastin/chemo combo must be in my brain working hard. I'll gladly take on the fact that I'm starting to get really tired (one of the side effects) all the time to ensure that the tumor is being destroyed.

Was at the Tom Baker yesterday for my 4th round of Avastin. Only takes about 30 minutes now that my body is used to it. Makes me feel pretty mellow afterwards.
They've also lowered the amount of Dexamethasone (lowers brain swelling) from 16 mg to 4 mg which is really good to see. That might be another reason I'm mellowing out more as this is a steroid. Another sign of confidence that things are going well.

Still waiting to see if they want to do the next MRI in one month or two. Will let you all know as soon as I find out.

Hope you're all enjoying the day. It's gorgeous out!!!