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The ‘half-way-thru’ chemo tests are Friday

Hi Everyone:
As I’ve told you, we’re half way through the chemo portion of this ordeal. On Friday I spend the day at Stanford for tests that will determine for sure how well I am responding. Some tests will also determine whether the chemo is doing any permanent organ damage, which would delay my further treatment. So I need all of your positive thoughts in unison: the chemo is working as it is supposed to, the chemo is working as it is supposed to.

I’m not sure the tests will be read while I’m there, but if I learn anything Friday I will post it asap.

Then we’ll spend the weekend in Monterey, where it’s about 40 degrees cooler than Fresno, and I’ll be able to walk along the bay and breath clean ocean air!

8 Responses to “The ‘half-way-thru’ chemo tests are Friday”

  • Elaine:

    I’ll be thinking of you all day: The chemo is working as it is suppose to… and then picturing you on that beach. You deserve a peaceful weekend on the bay. We are all with you, my friend.

  • Elaine H.:

    I’ll be thinking of you all day: The chemo is working as it is suppose to… and then picturing you on that beach. You deserve a peaceful weekend on the bay.

  • Sue:

    the chemo is working as it is supposed to, the chemo is working as it is supposed to. the chemo is working as it is supposed to, the chemo is working as it is supposed to. the chemo is working as it is supposed to, the chemo is working as it is supposed to. the chemo is working as it is supposed to, the chemo is working as it is supposed to.
    …mantra of the day and a hundred times over. Xoxoxox s and m.

  • Marian:

    Dear Tracie, So good that I read your comments this morning. Although, I pray for you each day, I’ll be sure to keep you in my thoughts all day.

    Such good info re foods etc. Mostly common sense info, but so easy not to remember what is good for us.

    Keep strong and know you are always in my thoughts and prayers!

  • Larry:

    The chemo is working as it is supposed to. My mantra for the day. My thoughts, prayers and healing light are with you. You are perfect.

  • Abi's BF:

    Have a great visit and a wonderful weekend….we’ll toast you in San Francisco with all the boys…..we’ll catch up on Wednesday when I bring over organic pesto lasagna with homemade pasta……..we love you and think of you at all times…………..

  • maria:

    Hi Tracie!

    Im thinking positive thoughts for you and yes, the chemo is working as it is supposed to!!

    I’m hoping you were able to acquire some coconut water. A good one to try is “VIta-Coco”, if you don’t like coconut water there are a couple that are infused with mango juice or guava or tangerine and they taste really good! :)
    I started to cramp alot in my legs and toes after a hard workout and someone recommended coconut water becuase of the electrolytes and I tried it and I’ve been a fan ever since. YOu are right, Gatorade has way too much sugar!!!

    Hey, I suggested to Alejandro that we should come by and pay you a visit…hopefully in the next couple of weeks if you are up to it?

  • Linda:

    Enjoy your cool weekend. Will look forward to hearing the results and keep you uppermost in my thoughts and prayers. Breathe the cool clean air and hope you and Michelle can relax a little. xo

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