Our family left for Tahoe last week, right as my many diagnostic appointments and tests were beginning. Dr. Bobbie Head, my exceptional and understanding oncologist, reorganized my testing schedule so that we could come to Tahoe—as long as Chris and I drove back to Marin for one day to do the remaining diagnostic work that needed to happen before I could start chemo. We drove down to Marin Tuesday night, with Elsa and Alice staying in Tahoe with my amazing sister-in-law, Hilary and her husband Todd.
By 4pm yesterday, we were done, and back on the road. More diagnostic stuff to happen next week, but the most important thing I learned yesterday was that I start chemo on Monday, August 15. Here’s the schedule:
6 rounds of:
Week 1 - 2 days x chemo
Week 2 - 2 days x chemo
Week 3 - Off
If all goes as planned, last day of chemo will be December 8.
Before my day of appointments I went to the gym, and you can see from the picture what was waiting for me. Toni Zepponi is responsible for organizing the Team Margie bracelets—thank you Toni, and all my TJ’s friends who are now wearing these very awesome bracelets. It means the world to have friends like you!
Dear Margie, Kristen Matsik forwarded me your blog so that I might reach out to you. I am a fellow San Anselmo mom, and I know we have many friends in common. I was treated at California Cancer Care 3 years ago, and trust me when I say you are in the best possible hands. Chemo gals have a strong bond, and if you ever want to talk to someone who has spent time in those very same chemo loungers please don't hesitate to give me a call. It is clear that this cancer picked the wrong girl, and I will be sending you love on the 15th!!
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