I Love To Go A Gardening
Growing Our Life in Northern Michigan
Tag: Cancer
Small Delights
I think last night was JJ’s roughest night so far. I can tell when he’s not feeling well because he is unable to settle down but paces around the house. Last night even the anti-nausea medicines didn’t seem to help him. At his request,… Continue Reading “Small Delights”
On The Fifth Day of Chemo
Last night JJ was talking to a friend through the Internet. They were discussing his cancer. After a bit, JJ called out to me, “What kind of medicine am I on again?” I never can remember the long unpronounceable names of medications. My mind… Continue Reading “On The Fifth Day of Chemo”
On The Fourth Day of Chemo
Everyday we get up, get dressed, and care for the pets. I put a load of whatever clothing, towels, or blankets JJ has used over the night into the washer. I make sure we have everything we need in our bags to take with… Continue Reading “On The Fourth Day of Chemo”
On The Third Day of Chemo
Last night before he fell asleep, JJ told me that he thought he might be starting to lose his hair already. He thought there was a little bald spot near his temple. “You aren’t going to cry about me losing my hair, are you?”… Continue Reading “On The Third Day of Chemo”
On The Second Day of Chemo
When we got home from the Cancer Center yesterday, JJ immediately fell asleep and slept for several hours. After I got a few things done, I lay down too because I didn’t know how interrupted the night would be. JJ has been sleeping on… Continue Reading “On The Second Day of Chemo”
On The First Day of Chemo…
My alarm was set for 6:30 a.m. this morning, but I woke before 5 a.m and couldn’t get back to sleep. So I made coffee, got the fire going in the woodstove, let Danny outside (and back in), did a load of laundry in… Continue Reading “On The First Day of Chemo…”
The Night Before Chemo…
I combined Saturday and Sunday’s events into this one post. Saturday Staying up until the wee hours of the morning was a mistake because EJ and I had to get up at 6:30 a.m. to take the car to the service center at the… Continue Reading “The Night Before Chemo…”
Ema Dov’s Popcorn
When JJ was first diagnosed with testicular cancer, I talked to a woman from a cancer center in California. She was very caring and gave me some advice, including the fact that I must be our son’s advocate. “You must be a Mama Bear,”… Continue Reading “Ema Dov’s Popcorn”
A Fellowship of Friends
Yesterday evening JJ and I were relaxing at home when the power unexpectedly went out and we were plunged into deep darkness. Since there were no storms or anything, we weren’t prepared for a power outage. I used my cell phone to find a… Continue Reading “A Fellowship of Friends”
Mid-Week Rushing
Yesterday evening I was so tired that I fell asleep on the loveseat. I woke when EJ got home from work, and after chatting with him for a few minutes, I went to bed. As soon as the sun started to rise this morning,… Continue Reading “Mid-Week Rushing”
Port Surgery
We got up at 4:30 a.m. this morning to drive to the hospital. We left a little early because the weather was a “wintry mix” and there was ice on the roads. The roads were a bit slick and EJ drove slower than normal,… Continue Reading “Port Surgery”
The Very Big City
We got up before the sun did this morning to drive to the sperm bank in the Very Big City. This is JJ’s third trip there. I can appreciate that Very Big Cities have wonderful museums, performing arts centers, libraries, international restaurants, zoos, and… Continue Reading “The Very Big City”
The Prayer Blanket
Today was my and EJ’s anniversary. We have been married for 23 years. I am glad he is my husband and my very best friend. To celebrate, we ordered food from our favorite local restaurant, and they delivered it to our door. Other than… Continue Reading “The Prayer Blanket”
Whirlwind of Busyness
The last week has been a whirlwind of busyness. The busyness exhausts us, but mostly our spirits are good. Monday morning JJ had an appointment with the surgeon who will be putting in the port on this coming Tuesday. He showed us what a… Continue Reading “Whirlwind of Busyness”
In-Between Chapters
Today was extremely busy. This morning I washed our clothes at the laundromat. I told EJ that he didn’t have to go with me since he had just woke up and his back hurt, but when I got to the laundromat I realized I… Continue Reading “In-Between Chapters”
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