Good morning, everyone. I'm sorry I haven't gotten back to you until now. This past week was a tough week which the doctor had said would happen. The radiation has started to affect my digestion system so eating and drinking has been interesting. I am loaded up with meds and Ensure and Body Armour water has been a blessing. And the good news is next week is week 5 so as long as my body and the machine hold up, I will finish up on Friday morning. I have to find humor so I will tell you that the lovely hospital fashion of a johnny has been renamed. I started calling it my bejeweled million-dollar ball gown and we are all belles of the ball. I have to laugh because the other ladies are starting to call it the same. My radiation therapists just chuckle and take great care of me. I am so grateful for the many prayers that have been and continue to be sent up for Rob and me and my incredible medical team. I admit, they are very much needed. I know Rob is very tired and struggling to keep me as healthy as possible. Last week he had to take me to oncology so they could pump in a liter of fluid because I was so dehydrated. I feel so bad that I keep him on his toes getting me fed, watered, medicated, to appointments and keeping me safe because my vertigo is raging big time. God has been so amazing too. Every day last week He pulled out a miracle, so I managed to make my appointments. I am grateful too, that I am told my body will be feeling much better in 3 weeks when my digestive system will start to heal. I apologize to all of our birthday Cuties. I do wish a very belated birthday to all I have missed and an early happy birthday to all who will be celebrating this week.

You're at the finish line today,yea!!! Now look forward to the healing and recovering. May God continue to bless you both, as you both are such a blessing to others. Keep spreading His word, in all circumstance. Much love and prayers-Toogie

Dear Karen, This "adventure" will be the hardest thing you and Rob have to face. With the grace of God, you won't be alone. Many prayers are sent to our heavenly Father for you to keep the faith. Soon, my dear, the best sound you will hear will be when you get to ring the bell....

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by 02kar 05 Jun 2023

Thank you. This has been the 3rd time in just over 2 years we have had face potential death. Satan has been very active trying to stop us from doing what is right. But God has carried us through each time. There will be no bell ringing for me. Because of my vertigo, I cannot go near it. Too many people have enthusiastically rung the bell and sent me into a dangerous episode of vertigo. I will be very happy to say a very heartfelt thank you and hugs to all of the members of the team who have been my lifeline.

Karen, thank you for your update. And your positive attitude will help you in the long run. I do have to think Rob is going through much that I had to do with my hubby. The caregivers to those we love do have our trials, but we work through it. And you are working through this on your end too.
Blessing and prayers to you.

Hugs

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by 02kar 05 Jun 2023

Thank you. I admit, I worry about Rob and all he has gone through trying to care for me under difficult circumstances. We have been so very blessed to have wonderful friends and neighbors who have cared for our house when we were 4 hours away and in treatment.

Karen thanks for your update. I am always amazed by your positive comments to what sounds a very difficult time in your life. Keep onwards and upwards and positive thoughts from Wales

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by 02kar 05 Jun 2023

Thanks. It has been an interesting time, I admit. I just feel that it is better to have humor than to stress and make things harder.

The finish line is almost here! Thank God you are getting through all of this and have such a wonderful support system! Extra hugs and prayers from PA!

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by 02kar 04 Jun 2023

Thanks. I keep saying I am the most woman in the world and keep on counting my blessings.

Hi Karen, good on you girl. I'm so happy to read that you are still so upbeat as having a great sense of humour and lust for life gets us through the 'yucky' days. Thank you for always keeping us updated too, as it's good to know where you are up to in your journey. You are so fortunate to have such good carers looking after you and of course your handsome hubby. I do pray that your body is healing itself albeit slowly, but it's good to know that within a few weeks you will be feeling 'normal' again. God is with you in all that you do and I know He has your best interests at heart and is watching over you and yours. Love Chris

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by 02kar 04 Jun 2023

Thanks. You are continually in my prayers too. I hope you are doing well in your treatments too.

Oh Karen..........it is so wonderful to hear from you and see you are in great "belle of the Ball" spirits.....Rob will have to find you some glass slippers to go with your duds😁 Keep up your sense of humor as that sure goes a long way with illnesses and diseases......Have you had a chance to make it home for a quick visit or still staying around the hospital. I love that you have so much faith in God as this will get you through all the yuckies.......still praying for you and Rob and your care staff.......much love.......😘

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by 02kar 04 Jun 2023

Oh, love the idea of glass slippers. We have come home each weekend and so good to see friends and have a few hours of normalcy.

It is a challenging journey for sure... love and prayers to you and Rob....

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by 02kar 03 Jun 2023

Thanks. my handsome hubby has been a rock to me and so many of the folks at Hope Lodge where we are staying during treatment. To all who have survived cancer, you are all heroes and the strongest people in the world.

Not an easy update to write - I am certain! But Karen, you find goodness in everything thrown at you and you are my Hero! You are amazing and you are a warrior! Your Handsome Hubby deserves a special "pat on the back" for giving you such good care! Keep strong dear friend - you've got this!! Hugs and continued prayers, Laura

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by 02kar 03 Jun 2023

Aww, Laura, you made me cry! So many of the folks who are also staying at Hope Lodge are my heroes. They have and continue to teach both Rob and me so much about life, love and caring. There has been a whole lot of hugs and prayers these last 4 weeks. I will be sure to give Rob your special pat on the back. And I give God thanks each and every day.

Dear friend, you are loved! Prayers continue...

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by 02kar 03 Jun 2023

And I am staying as strong as I am thanks to all of the love and prayers. God is pulling out miracle after miracle each and every day.