SO excited to report that I have finally cleared the Methotrexate from my body enough to be discharged! I finished my last Chemo treatment pre-surgery on Wednesday and have just been hooked up to fluids here on M50 for the last few days. I've gotten to be somewhat of a "pro" at the game "Guess Emily's Methotrexate levels" and "Guess Emily's weight in kilograms." Just silly little things to keep me busy...
I am waiting to be disconnected from my needle and fluids and then Mom and I will hit the road, NOT TO CHECK IN FOR ADMISSION FOR ABOUT 2+ WEEKS! SO excited! I have a mini break looking ahead to surgery either May 11th, 14th, or 16th. Phew! I will be treatment free for a little while and I couldn't be happier at the thought of this! We are starting to collect more information on the surgery from my surgeon and we've begun to discuss 3 possible options for limb salvation. We were informed that I will be having the entire distal 3rd of my femur replaced (about 1/2 of the bone) which means that my knee has to go too! This I was expecting, so it's no shocker to me. The knee joint will connect to my tibia with bone cement and then how it connects up to my femur are the choices my parents, my surgeon, and I will have to make. Is it weird I am getting excited for surgery? GOODBYE TUMOR! Recovery won't be fun, but when I am pronounced cancer free, it will all be worth it :)
In order for me to begin chemo post-surgery, My leg has to be somewhat healed because it will be unable to fully heal until chemo ends. This will cause some delays in the healing process of my leg, but I feel like I'm starting to get a good grasp on this whole "patience" virtue people talk about... ;) So, post surgery, I will be out of treatment for an additional 2-3 weeks for my incisions and stitches to begin healing, meaning OVER A MONTH WITH NO CHEMO! I'm practically jumping out of my hospital bed right now just thinking about it. Also, plans are now SET for my trip to St. Louis this week!! Words cannot begin to describe how excited I am for that...seeing my friends, being on campus, cleaning out my dorm, holy cow I can hardly wait!
So much good news, I think I'm going to explode. Feeling great, eating great (minus some minor mouth sores which are uncomfortable), and I MADE IT THROUGH THIS LAST ADMISSION VOMIT FREE! Gross, I'm sorry, but this is a big accomplishment! Can't believe it's been 10 weeks already.
Hoping you all are having a wonderful Saturday and great upcoming week! HUGE shout out to Team USA Cheer competing at the Worlds cheerleading competition today! Good luck! Also, have to give a shout out to Greg and Johnny at SLU, just wanted to say hey.
Leaving you all with a quote, mom felt this quote was fitting...MUCH love and peace!
"I am an optimist. It doesn't seem too much use being anything else." -Winston Churchill
How lucky you are to have such good best friends. Greg and Johnny must be some pretty awesome people
ReplyDeleteYou're exploding with great news, Emily! I can just see your ear to ear grin and your eyes all lit up like a sparkler. Ali can't wait to see you back at SLU. She and I catch up about you every day especially after your Skype sessions.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your trip and your chemo-free month!
xoxo,
Connie
Love all this good news...and CAN'T NOT BELIEVE I get to see you this week! Can't wait another minute...you're not the only one jumping for joy! So much love your way, Annalise xoxoxo
ReplyDeleteGosh you are so beautiful. I cannot wait to see your smiling face soon love.
ReplyDeletexoxo
Manda Bear
wonderful, wonderful, wonderful!! You continue to amaze and delight, dear Em. REST UP before your trip to SLU. You're feeling great, you've already accomplished SO much, but you need your energy and strength and HEALTH. /end mom-PSA
ReplyDeleteSo much love from Kansas! xoxo
Yeah, yeah, yeah! Cheers to you and your family for making it through these difficult weeks. But you did it in true TeamEvans style with grace and optimism. Have a GREAT time at SLU. I am so very, very happy for you!
ReplyDelete-Maria Murphy
This post totally made my day!! I'm SOOOOOOO happy you are feeling better & all your good news was a breath of fresh air!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your break and trip to SLU
xoxo Jackie Cook
Hoooooorrrraaaaayyyyy! I am so happy for you and your family. I am so blessed to have our lunch times together! I can't tell you how special they are. Time with you is like time with the sun shining! I see why my son loves you so much! You go and have a fabulous time being back on that beautiful campus at SLU and put your buddies to work in helping you get your things together from you dorm. You are usually the one doing for everyone else so let others do for you for once. I know, that takes PATIENCE, too, but you can do it. Just point your finger and give the orders on how you want your things packed. Have fun relishing in the good feelings of being with your friends there and we pray for you to be there studying hard in a short time to come. Have fun in this next month, too, and thank you always for your enthusiasm about life! Love you!
ReplyDeleteLove the quote!! So glad you have made it this far into your journey still as positive as ever :) you are such an inspiration to so many people! Keep up the good work!
ReplyDeleteMUCH love from Kansas State Cheer <3
Courtney Pavlik
Emily,
ReplyDeleteI haven't spoken to you since our Gesu days, but I have been following your blog and praying for you since I heard of your diagnosis. I am truly floored by your courage and grace in such daunting circumstances. Please know that you are loved, thought of, and surrounded by support that spans far and wide. Keep on keeping, and I look forward to hearing more good news.
Cheers,
Ellen Froliklong
You Make Me Smile!
ReplyDeleteHola Emily!
ReplyDeleteThis is Judit. Those are great news! I am so happy that the chemo is done by now! and excited for the next good news!
We are on the winning streak! So we have to carry on!
keep always on your good mood! I love to hear that this period is going by the correct way. NEVER GIVE UP! You know that more than anyone could know it!
T'estimem
JUDIT & family