May 31, 2014

He's home!!  Long week without him and I did not do the dinner night which I usually do.  I really missed him.  We are all happy he is home.  Hoping for a quiet week.  Scans will be coming in this week or next so will need prayers then.  Enjoy this beautiful weekend.

May 27, 2014

So Cody got up and took the train in.  He got himself checked in and day one is over.  I am so proud of  him for his continued strength and courage for this biggest challenge in his young life.  He is truly amazing and I continue to admire his perseverance each day.  Hoping this week goes smoothly and fast.  He will finish on Saturday since Monday was a holiday.  Go Cody!

May 26, 2014

So we made it to FL and back.  Cody got blood work there and did not need anything.  That was on  Thursday so he is all set to begin chemo tomorrow unless something changes.
We had a nice visit with the family and also for my mom's memorial.  We picked up her ashes on Wednesday and that was pretty sad.  Cody was good and so supportive.  We cleaned out her place and I spent the rest of the day going through pictures.  It is so sad to be at her place and have to clean out her stuff.  My aunts did a lot of it before I got there but her more personal stuff was there. I tried my best to separate stuff and set aside for both of my brothers and for my niece and nephews.  My aunts (mom's sisters) got there on Friday.  It was bittersweet to see them for sure and they are very sad too.  They were very close.  We had a good time reminiscing and sharing pictures.
Casey drove through the early morning hours and was there Saturday morning.  We all went to the cemetery and spread her ashes.  It was very special and so sad again.  I have a baby niece buried there too so we spread some on her grave too.  She shared a middle name with my mom.  I know my mom liked that we did that.
The memorial was nice too.  I made 2 poster board displays and we had tables set up.  Her sisters did one and I made one for the us.  I wrote something and Cody read it and Roy said a few words.  A few cousins were there and a few friends.  My friend Gregg came and my other friends, Cherie and Tim came over later to Roy's.
We were able to have dinner with Dad and Bonnie and we enjoyed that.  It was a very busy visit but full of emotion.  They took us to the airport on Sunday and we had an early dinner with them then too.
I brought some ashes home to spread when it  snows. We had thought of the beach but mom really didn't like the beach.  She loved the snow.  The whole process is so sad but that is life.  Makes ya think, I tell ya.
Thanks to all of you for your love and support.  I appreciate your thoughtfulness.
Send your good karma and vibes for Cody and he battles again this week.
xoxoxo

May 19, 2104

Cody got bloodwork today and lo and behold he needed platelets.  They said if we were not going away, they would not have 'tanked him up'.  So we were stuck.  He decided to drive himself in and he did great.  I was a nervous wreck!  I was thankful I was working and then had a union meeting to help pass the time.  We are cleared to go to FL for mom's memorial on Saturday.  I think we all need closure.  I just spoke to my aunts, my mom's sisters and they are both so sad.  It will be good to all be together to remember mom.
Cody will need to get his blood checked again on Thursday so we will do that.
Hoping for a safe flight down…thanks for your support and love, all of you!

May 19, 2104

Need good karma and prayers for good blood results today.  Plane is leaving for FL tomorrow…we need to be there…xoxoxo

Friday, May 16, 2014

So yesterday we took a two and a half ride into NYC to go to Sloan for blood work and platelets.  Obama was in town so that caused the traffic.  UGH!  The visit was quick, Cody did not need platelets.  His are recovering on their own!  His body is amazing!  I know he is strong but, wow!!  SO plans are still set for Tuesday to get to FL for my mom's memorial.  We will do a recheck on Monday and go from there…keep praying.
You probably remember me talking about a young man named Sam who is a patient at Sloan.  Well, he is going home, back to St. Louis.  He finished radiation and will go back home for a break for a little while.  Safe travels, Sam.
Once again, I would like to say thanks to my SH family.  I will always be grateful to all of you for your generosity and compassion.  Words cannot express how my heart feels.  I am so blessed.  Thank you all again.
Have a good weekend everyone.

May 14, 2014

Good morning.  Cody had counts yesterday and he did not need anything.  He will be ready for a platelet transfusion on Thursday.  We need to talk to the drs and make sure we are good to leave on Tuesday.  I am nervous about it all but he will be fine.  He raced his car last night so I know he will be chilling today.
My brother is away in Tallahassee with his son for 3 days.  He needs that and he just moved out of mom's place. All of this will be good for him.  It is strange how life just goes on.  Looking forward to seeing all the family next week but not all that goes with it.  I am trying to put together a scrap book of pictures for mom, the ones I have.  My nephews are doing a poster board thing for her with the photos they have.  Mom would be happy we are doing it this way and I know it will be nice.
Have a good day everyone…back to Sloan tomorrow for blood work and transfusions.

May 8, 2014

Cody began chemo on Tuesday.  He actually finishes today so I will get him after school.  It was the 2 day cycle.  He is feeling pretty well.
Been a sad week so far.  I took off Monday but went to to work the rest of the week.  We will be doing a memorial for mom in FL on May 24th.  Cody will be able to fly then and we can all be together.  My brother, Roy is doing an amazing job handling everything.  I wish I could be with him.  Thank goodness he is there.  He has a lot on his plate right now but he is doing it all!  Mom would be so proud of him.
Thank you all for the condolences.  I read every text, every FB message and card and received all the messages.  I am trying to get back to everyone.  Thank you.  XOXOXXO

May 4, 2014

Sadly, my mom passed away on Friday night.  She was sick for a few months and she had 2 heart attacks and 2 strokes a few weeks ago.  She was struggling and passed peacefully with my brother and other family members by her side.  I was not there but I did get to say goodbye to her when I was down a few months ago.  We both knew it would be the last time we would see each other here on earth.  She is resting now.  She is being cremated and then we will do a memorial for her in a week or few when Cody can fly.  Thanks to all of you for your love, company, support and condolences.   We are lucky that way.
Cody goes for blood work tomorrow to see if he can start chemo on Tuesday.  Then we will make our decisions for the memorial for mom.
Have a good night…xoxoxoxo