After the rapid-fire diagnosis, lumpectomy, recovery and port-insertion, Mom began radiation treatment today. The process is quick: an x-ray (to make sure the balloon is still in place) and she begins, under the watchful eye of her radiation oncologist (Dr. Albritton), a radiation tech (Mark) and a radiation physicist (Mom can't remember his name today. I think we'll forgive her). The radioactive seed is inside the balloon for nine minutes. She goes twice a day.
Tonight she is tired, but glad that it's finally done: She knows what it's like now. But that's enough from me. Mom sent me this e-mail to post on Sunday morning--apologies that I'm just now getting to it. Without further ado...
Dear Strangers, Friends, and Family,
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing this journey with us. I continue to be encouraged by the words, thoughts, and deeds of all thosewho read this great blog. (Okay, so I am partial!!) I have laughed, cried, smiled, and wondered at the comments, stories, and words of encouragementyou have offered. God bless all of you! Please keep reading, sharing, and taking part in the various activities that Matt mentions here. I'll write again on the other side of this adventure.--Susan of Susie's
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3 comments:
OK, darlin, we know this isn't fun - but it's so right! One day down (that's 20%!) and 4 to go. We love you and are with you in spirit and prayer - but you know that. Take all the love and prayers that are coming your way, and rest easy when you can. As we have always said, this too shall pass. Of that, we are confident. (And Curt, we love you too, you know!)
Ginny & Randy
Susan
SO happy to hear that your treatment is underway! Remember God is watching over you and Curt. We continue to pray for you.
Dear Susan,
Just want to REMIND you that we love you and Curt and are keeping you in our prayers! If anyone can beat this, YOU can.
--Susan & Barry & "the fam"
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