Hi,
It's been a long time since I have written, so you are probably wondering how I am doing with the new treatment. I am ok. I wish I could say better, but unfortunately, the side effects have taken quite a toll on me. The pain from the radiation, the nausea, and fatigue can be quite unbearable at times. In those moments, I try to take my pain medication and try to sleep it off. It has not been easy, but again taking it one day at a time. Now other symptoms have started to creep in which is making it very difficult to sit for a long time. ok, enough about this and let's talk about something more rewarding.
Happy Thanksgiving!!!
I wanted to wish everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving and I wanted to take a moment to let each of you know how much I value your love and friendship. I am so grateful to have all of you in my life. Thank you for being my friend, my sister, my brother, my aunt, my uncle, my father, my mother, my love, my cousins, my son, and most of all my life. I could not have gone through this rough period of my life without your support and love:
David: To my son, who has always brought me such joy, thank you for being here for me and taking the time to come spend it with me. Every moment I cherish and savor until the next time we meet again. Thank you for your love and support. You are my world and I could never do without you.
Selina and Nadia: To my sisters, thank you for all your support and love. This journey would not be the same without the constant friendship and love I have received from both of you. Selina, thank you for being my right hand. I could not have organized my life without your help.
Mom and Dad: Thank you for your love and support. May God bless you and bring you the joy that you so deserve. I love you both very much.
My cousins: To all my cousins who keep in touch and provide the emotional support, I am so grateful. I love all of you very much.
My friends: How do I thank all of you. Since I have gotten sick I have found out who truly are my friends. I am so grateful for all of you, your love, and support. My days light up each time I receive a text, email, or call. Thank you for continuing to keep in touch with me. I cherish each moment.
If there is anyone else I have forgotten then please forgive me. I love you all and extremely grateful for your presence in my life.
Happy Thanksgiving to you, too! I just want you to know that I am thankful to have you for a friend. I am sorry I have not been up to see you since late summer. I wish I had more free weekends. I pray for you always, though. With much love.
ReplyDelete-Ken
Happy Thanksgiving to you, too! I'm glad to have you as a friend. Enjoy Turkey Day. Gobble, gobble!
ReplyDeleteTara
Happy Thanksgiving Rina! Thinking of you and praying for you often. Even though we haven't seen each other in a while, I'm thankful we are friends and wish nothing but the best for you. Love and hugs, Beth
ReplyDeleteFerdousi,
ReplyDeleteWas thinking of you and thought I'd check your blog. Looking forward to your Christmas entries.
Take care,
Jack
Ferdousi, You have always been on my mind and in my heart. I am truly sorry that I could not be there for you when you needed support the most. You have been blessed with an awesome family and true friends to help you win the toughest fight of your life against cancer. It was great to see your smile again in your Blog photos. Jaye
ReplyDeleteHi Ferdousi
ReplyDeleteI want you to win. With style and a smile. You are beautiful.
Ferdousi,
ReplyDeleteEvery day on my way to work I pray. I'm alone, it's silent and I get a good 40 minutes to include all of my thoughts. You, my firend, have been at the very top of the list each day since I was told about your illness. I truly miss your smiling face around the office but LOVE looking at the pictures you post and seeing the smiles there. Thank you so much for finding the strength to post, even if it is only once a month I still look forward to the updates.
I'll keep you in my prayers until you post "the cancer is all gone!"
Love to you,
Julie McPherson
Duncan
From Matt Gissibl.
ReplyDeleteHappy Holidays! I have off over the holiday season, and we be happy to bring David up to MN.
Hi Rina - love you so much and I think of you all of the time. Stay warm, safe, and surround yourself with family and friends. I'll see you soon! Love, Kim E.
ReplyDeletehello Ferdousi,
ReplyDeleteI am glad I can take a few minutes to write and wish you well. You know my age requires that I come home from work, put on my slippers and drink a glass of brandy but thinking about you makes me want to do sit-ups and go for a run; it has me very confused.
Hope your back in the game soon.
c from nc