I know it's been way too long since I posted any photos or dropped by to give you guys an update or look at any pics....sorry for the mass upload but I'm really wanting to finish what I've started. I've now completed radiation therapy, it was the pits, won't go into details but I was sooo tired and lethargic and had quite a few very unpleasant side effects causing me more discomfort. Good news is it did it's job is slowing the rate of the growths, not so good news, they wanted to start chemo straight away, I wanted to try for surgery first, after much debate (nearly 3 weeks) finally yesterday I had a test local anesthetic with success so the next big step is hopefully surgery where they put in blockers for the allergic reaction at the same time as the anesthetic and they keep it balanced enough to keep me alive and under and danger free, and ultimately as tumor free as possible...yay... don't have my hopes up yet as it is going to cost us quite a lot and not sure how we can manage that and can't really wait the time it would take for the public system to kick in and organize it all. Add to that I'm crazy scared and that about sums it up, I really want to stay with the doctors and surgeons who have unraveled this puzzle for me and know me well so I pray for a solution hourly, sometimes even more often. Over the last three weeks although feeling better not having radium I've been getting more pain and a different lethargy back so I need a solution and soon. I trust all will work out and hope to keep posting photos for all you wonderful guys and gals. Sorry I probably won't have much chance to comment on others photos, the upload process was arduous and writing this is nerve-wracking and draining too...yeah, I'm lame....Hoping everyone is well and sending my love to all, I have been so so so blessed by this wonderful community of 365 and my loyal followers :D
It's good to hear from you. So sorry about everything you are going through. It definitely must be tough. The fact that you're still keeping up with 365 is definitely inspirational. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers! Hugs!
It was wonderful to hear from you sarah jane. I think of you so often and hope your struggles are having some positive results. Don't worry about comments and too many postings, we just appreciate your updates as you have touched so many of us here. Much love coming to you across the airwaves. C x
You are amazing, Sarah Jane. You fought your way through the radiation and came out a winner. I can only imagine the daily struggles with pain, fatigue, fear, and frustration. Hold on and stay on top of it as best you can as you go forward in your fight. You're getting closer to a successful outcome ~ you can do it. Sending you good thoughts and healing energy as you face the next step...
Sending lots of love and prayers. From us 'locals', is there anything we can do for you? Some casseroles to stuff into the freezer so that you don't have to worry about cooking? Keeping on top of your laundry or gardening? Anything?? All you need to do is ask, and please don't feel that you would be a burden. This is something that we would love to do for you, just so that you can concentrate on your health and family and leave all the day to day crap to others. Let us know Sarah-Jane - we are all with you.
May the Lord surround you and comfort you, Lift you up and strengthen you, heal you and Shine down upon you. Never ever lose faith. My prayers are for you. So good to see an update. Your words are encouraging to others also. Keep The Faith my 365 friend.
Sarah-Jane, Thank you for the update! I think about you often and wonder how you are holding up under all of the treatments. I'm so happy to hear you've completed radiation and that you are close to the next step in your recovery. You are a survivor-a fighter and such an inspiration to so many of us here in this community. Sending love, prayers and e-hugs your way. I can't wait for the mass upload of your photos you're a wonderful photographer and artist and I love that you are going to stick with it. You are an inspiration! xo
It's good to hear from you. You are in our thoughts and we continue to send out hugs and prayers for continued healing. Let the positive energy flow from us to you. :-)
So happy to hear for you and see what you upload. Cross my fingers and pray to a soon solution and recovering. love your photos and will look at them but I I am not sure I will be able to comment on them all as I wish.
Hi SJ - been popping back looking out for you ... wonderful to hear you're still living your inspirational life. I send you blessings and prayers for strength in your journey and your family who hold it all together. I'm out of here for the project and hope you find beauty in my last effort .. it's for my daughter with health issues but I don't mind sharing it with you too. xo
So lovely to hear from you, and see you posting beautiful shots again. I think about you often and happy to hear that the radiation is over and there is a plan for the next step in your treatment. Stay strong, we are all thinking about you & sending love and best wishes x
Welcome back! Sounds like you are taking it one day at a time. Many friends and family of ours are fighting the same war and it's a challenge, for sure. Hang in there and looking forward to seeing your images again!!
I was so glad to see an update from you. I'm sorry that you are feeling so tough, but I'm glad that you have completed the radiation, and are getting ready for surgery. I think of you so often, and your strength and all of the love that you hold in your heart. You are a tough girl SJ, and you can do this. It's always better to go in to surgery with the "I Can" attitude, so stay tough, and just picture yourself beating this monster. Sending my love your way, and you know that I'm always here if you need a shoulder. (((Hugs)))
Thanks for checking in and updating us. I'm glad to hear the radiation did what it was supposed to do, and I will continue to keep you in my thoughts. I hope that they're able to go through with the surgery and that everything goes smoothly. ((((hugs))))
I think about you often when I post a new picture or look through pictures on this site. It's wonderful to hear from you. I hope good health finds you soon! Thinking of you -- as always! :)
You're not lame at all. And the cost doesn't hold a candle to how important you are to your family and loved ones, so (I blow a raspberry) at the cost. Something will pop up, it always does. Hang in there, Sara-Jane, thanks for keeping us updated. Best thoughts and wishes and a speedy recovery blowing your way.
Sarah Jane, so glad to hear from you that things are finally turning around. Keep your chin up and keep clicking the camera. My thoughts are with you frequently and especially in the days to come. P.S. Hope you take up the offers to help with meals, it is such a huge help!
It's so good to hear from you, and you are not lame in the slightest. Please continue to update us as you can, and please know that I think of you often. Many hugs and much support to you and yours...
I am so happy I decided to pop back to 365 today and check in on the people I follow! Hang in there, Sarah-Jane, keep fighting and know there are many around the world thinking of you.
Sarah-Jane, it is always a pleasure to see your photos pop up on the screen, and knowing you are stll there fighting away. Blessings to you. I am glad to hear about the progress, but do hear what you're saying about the side effects of the treament process. You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. thanks for the update.
Thanks for the update! Good to hear from you SJ! We miss you around here. And you are not lame at all. Everyone has things in life that they have to deal with. Your health is a huge one. Work on that and get better and hopefully we will see more of you around here soon.
Thanks for sharing SJ. You are missed and are still in my thoughts and prayers. I have a friend who is facing her 2nd bought of colon cancer she completed the radiation and wasn't supposed to be healthy enough for chemotherapy treatments, but by God's grace she had completed several and the cancer has started to shrink. We are believing for healing and recovery for her and I do for you as well. May God continue to give strength, wisdom and provision to you and your family. Hugs to you! ♥
How could I miss this from you? Glad to hear from you!! It makes me so happy that you might be able to get the surgery. I am sure that you will win this fight!!!
And it is so good to know that some of your 365 friends will help you. You know (I hope) that I would love to be around you, but you are living soooo far away :-) .......Big hugs from miss dane :-)
Sarah, thanks for the update. I think about you often and wonder how you are doing. What a tough battle you are facing and what an incredibly strong woman you are in physical means and faith. I will continue to pray for you!
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And it is so good to know that some of your 365 friends will help you. You know (I hope) that I would love to be around you, but you are living soooo far away :-) .......Big hugs from miss dane :-)
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I wish you healing and hope, and send all my precious thoughts your way. ♥