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Saturday, April 2, 2011

Just a little under the weather, day #2 chemo

It can be quite difficult getting sleep in this hospital, I haven't had a good night rest since I've gotten here. People are constantly knocking on my door to check my vitals, give me meds, and draw blood. Last night wasn't any different,I've been getting my best sleep between 6 and 10 am. This morning I woke up with quite a pleasent suprise, my momma was here and cool cousin marcos. I was increadibly happy to see them. My moms pink Rosie cheeks and bright smile lightened up my morning. For breakfast, the mushed up eggs and cream of wheat weren't that appealing. I drank my nutritious shake and started to get nauseous, so I laid down a bit. It sucks not looking forward to meals, i have no appetite; but I know I must eat. Lunch was a little better, I'm starting to think it's thanksgiving everyday here, I've had mashed potatoes perhaps 1 to 2 times a day. I was greeted by a large lump of mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, and peas. I took a deep breath and whispered to my food " I will eat you". I never even thought I liked peas I guess I do now. My mom said I'm gonna start liking more things Iv'e never thought I would, moms are always right. After lunch I felt really good I received some more visitors ivans padrenos, my cousin lupe and my cousin Juan who lives in the area, and my good friend Sarah and Joel. My treatment started at 2 pm today yet I continued to feel good and converse with my visitors about how I got here, life, and just enjoying the company. It wasn't until dinner, after eating just a little, that I felt nauseous , let's just say I had my first little throw up fest. Lest just say my mom is a good catcher "wink". My headache was really intolerable so I decided to lay down. When I woke up around 7 I started to feel a little better but I still had the headache. My mom feed me some mandarins which were quite delicious. I decided to ask the nurse for some tylenol for the headache, but when I took it round number 2 of the throw up fest. 2 points for mom and her catching skills. That time Sarah came in, let's just say it was bad timing, I attempted to converse with her but my energy was dwindling, so she decided to come back in the morning. The nurse gave me the Tylenol once again since the previous one was floating in a bucket of vomit. I know lie in bed feeling a little better, and as Ivan types this for me I think to myself " I made it thru my first throw up fest". Of course there will be many more to come, I'm just hopping I have some good catchers around. Thanks for reading keep on following and praying here's to another day tomorrow!!!

14 comments:

  1. Patty stay strong sweetie! We love you, and our prayers are with you!!! We know that you will overcome this!! I have been thinking of you a lot!! Keep your sense of humor, it will help, and it is good for the soul. You are truly an inspiration to us all!!! God bless!! I will keep looking out for your blogs. Also, you know we love you and Ivan, and we are there for you!!!! Love, Sandy & Phil Ybarra

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  2. Hi Patty! You probably don't remember me, I'm Suzy's cousin who lives in Montreal, we met like two years ago in El Monte. Just stopping by, sending you lots of energy and good vibes, hang in there!
    Do you read in Spanish? I have a friend here who is going through a similar situation (breast cancer)and who also writes a blog. It might help you or at least make you laugh.

    Take care Patty!

    Love,
    Edith

    http://arantza-shithappens.blogspot.com/2011/04/banderilleros-y-picadores.html

    Espero esté abierto para el pùblico, si no, me dices ;-). Un beso!

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  3. Hi Patty,
    Just wanted to stop by and let you know that you and your family are in my prayers!!!!Keep strong and positive your faith will get you through this!!!!!

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  4. Dear Patty,
    You will looove mashed taters when this is all over!:)

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  5. Hey there Patty....
    My name is Brenda.. I'm your sister Sovia's comadre.. anyhow I have nothing but admiration for you.. although you are going tru a very hard time u managed to stay positive. You are very brave and I know God is walking u tru this process. I will continue to pray for a full recovery.... stay strong... :)

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  6. Hi Patty this is Amelia and Juan. Just wanted to let you known that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Stay strong and kick that chemo in the butt!! Just take it one day at a time. God bless you today and always. Love The Regalados.

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  7. Ceci wrote u algo pero it erased?? She sent u lots of luv!!

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  8. Patty, you have always been strong and an incredible inspiration to all of us around you. Not even cancer can stop that! I love your spirit, keep it up girl! I'll be thinking about you and sending strength your way!

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  9. Sister it was nice talkn to u:)...forgot to tell u a funny story...I made dad n bro sum dinner chicken, green beans n mashed potatoes yummy right? ...n dad says "que es eso? Papas aguadas! A mi no me gustan:("...reminded me of what u blogged since dad has spent countless hospital meals he despises mashed potatoes...my bad:/~!! hope ur day 3 chemo is good as can be:) luv you!!

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  10. Patty, what the heck...I just happened to come across someone's facebook that had a link to your blog. This is so dumpy, but I hear you through your words, your strong, positive, sweet self. God be with you dear one. My dad is battling cancer as well...he too just started Chemo. You will be on my mind and in my prayers a lot. I look forward to your updates.

    Dios bendiga.
    xo
    jill

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  11. hi patty- it's jojo. Hope your felling better. I'm asking god to take care of you and i know he will. I love you and miss you with all my heart!! Hugs & kisses from your fav niece jojo ;)

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  12. I'm praying for you, Patty. Andrea Bertini

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  13. Hey Patty- You can seriously make a light in a dark tunnel. You can find humor in anything and that is part of what makes you so strong. You inspire me. Dude you are my hero.
    Love,
    yaya xoxo

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  14. Jojo I miss u too!! I'm working my absolute best to be at your first communion....keep asking God for strength for me, and I have no doubt he will grant it;)

    Love you lots,
    Tia patty

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