Monday, November 2, 2009

Finally! Bring on the Herceptin!!

Ya know..it's hard to know what the "right" thing to do is because I really don't think there is a "right" way with this mess that I'm in. So I've decided to possibly forfeit some clinical trials right now and go ahead with some treatment. Wednesday will be my first Chemo! What "cocktail" you ask? Well, it's Herceptin and Taxol weekly..not sure how many weeks..I guess they will be checking all along to see if it's working. I still have alot of questions for my oncologist but I have to see him on Wednesday anyway. They are going to do this first one with an I.V. and I will get my port in on Monday, so I'll have it for my next treatment.
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11 comments:

  1. Shirley BertholdNovember 2, 2009 at 6:04 PM

    Hi there--just thought I'd send some positive energy your way...you are going to make it thru this fine, just going to be some bumps along the road. Love ya a ton--Ma

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  2. AmberNovember 2, 2009 at 7:40 PM

    Hi chica-

    If you need a friend with you on Wednesday let me know. Positive thoughts and prayers are always aimed at ya Laura. One day at a time, keep on smiling!!!!

    Amber

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  3. Jana SpiceNovember 2, 2009 at 9:54 PM

    I'm so sorry you're going thru this. I'm sure this bout of "stuff" will be tough. You're strong....I know it! I'll be sending positive thoughts your way....we all are! If ya need anything you let us know in SLC and we're there for ya!
    Love ya n'shit!
    -SPICE

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  4. AnonymousNovember 3, 2009 at 9:00 AM

    Hi Sweetheart.....
    Sounds like the best approach is to get started with the chemo. Will be there soon with your mom, lots of hugs and kisses, my drivers license (poor girl you have to endure my driving), and you never know what else I've got up my sleeve. Remember, you have an awesome support team behind you to help fight this stuff! So let's go girl.....you've always amazed me with your strong independant spirit. I am so proud to be your aunt.

    Love ya gobs,
    Aunt Sandy

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  5. ReginaNovember 3, 2009 at 9:09 AM

    Laura-

    I have been trying to figure out a way to help, and I think the best thing is just keep thinking positive for you. I am hoping you can breeze through this the way you do when you set your mind to anything. I think with your positive attitude and the love and support of your family and friends we will all be able to look back on this and know you kicked ass.

    Let us know what you need, be it a cute scarf or a dirty joke we will all be here for you!

    Love- Regina

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  6. AnonymousNovember 3, 2009 at 12:55 PM

    Well, I guess the first comment I sent didn't go through...

    I just want to set down and cry, but that's just a waste of time....

    I'm glad your getting the show on the road and I can appreciate the difficulty your decisions was. I have to agree, who knows what's the RIGHT way. I suppose even the experts dissagree.

    You have a great deal of support and a spirit that just doesn't quit, which gives me HOPE.....

    Hang in there, we are here for you.

    Much love, Aunt Carol

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  7. CindyNovember 3, 2009 at 2:07 PM

    I think that you made a wise decision..I would have wanted to start treatments right away also!

    I have looked at alot of websites on this and again-WOW- there is so much to take in.

    We are all gonna be there with you tomorrow..Hang in there girl.

    Remember..When the goin' get's tough..The toughest WIIN!!

    And by the way..You are one tough Chickie!!

    Love ya!!
    Cindy

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  8. AnonymousNovember 3, 2009 at 4:44 PM

    I think I love you just as much as when you were a little girl staying with me. I know you are in my thoughts just about constantly. Just take it one day and one minute at a time. Know you can get thru this. I'm going to hold you to your promise to come see me next time you are in Mo. Boy, I'm looking forward to that! You are in my and Al's prayers daily. Hang in there!

    Love Aunt Marian

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  9. AnonymousNovember 3, 2009 at 6:24 PM

    hugs, prayers and lots of positive thoughts on your getting thru this. Love you - wish we weren't so darn far away.
    Marilyn

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  10. AnonymousNovember 4, 2009 at 5:09 PM

    Love ya sweet niece - I hope everything went well today.

    Aunt Sher

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  11. Shirley BertholdNovember 4, 2009 at 6:11 PM

    Glad you're feeling fine so far--get ready for lots of hugs--Sandy and I will be there soon. Hugs to Chris also!! Love ya Ma

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