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Houston, We Have a Problem........

After all of this waiting and hoping, it turns out God and Mother Nature had other plans for us this week. Due to the horror wreaked by Hurricane Harvey, our trip to Houston has been postponed. While I am pretty bummed, and now in a tough spot concerning my treatment future, I feel like I can't really complain. The stories and photos coming out of Texas are gut wrenching. How can I possibly be upset when people are losing their possessions, homes, pets, and even their lives? My appointment will be rescheduled, hopefully for sometime really soon. 

This past week I have just been getting back into the work routine. The days are long and painful, but I wouldn't give it up for anything. I love being back in the classroom and laughing with my students every day. In fact, I got really bummed today when I was packing up. In my head I can do this for at least another 20-25 years. This stupid cancer better not ruin my plans. 

So as of now I am just in a holding pattern. I have my port appointment for next Weds, 9/6. Chemo is set to start with Dr. Adler next Friday, 9/8. If I cannot get into MD Anderson by then, I will start treatment here. It's been 2.5 months since I was diagnosed. I can't keep putting off treatment...my bones need some relief, and I need to know we are starting to fight this disease. That said, I did get a call from MD Anderson today saying they will be calling me soon to reschedule my new patient appointment. I have high hopes that I can maybe get an appointment early next week before my chemo date. I would be willing to put the port installation off a little bit if it meant getting to Texas and possibly into a clinical trial.

My hopes are high that things will still work out. At least we have a plan B that will be put into effect next week if necessary. 



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  1. Pat MAugust 30, 2017 at 8:20 AM

    I am so proud of you. You have such a positive attitude that will take you through this struggle. You will be in that classroom for the next 20 - 25 years. You have more children to teach and share your positive attitude with.

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