Tuesday, October 10th
I have been meaning to put a post on, for a few days, but it suddenly got very busy at home.
Kerrie had several family members visit, on Saturday and Sunday, and she just tried to relax as much as possible before she had to go back to the hospital on Monday.
I thought I was ready for her to go back, so we could get all of this over and done with, but as she was getting into the car it took everything I had to fight back the tears and I had a lump in my throat the entire drive down there.
Her head still hurt pretty bad, from the Spinal Tap, so she wasn’t really able to enjoy her last few minutes outside and I ended up taking her to the floor, in a wheel chair, while mom parked the car.
After we finally got her into her room, and made her as comfortable as possible, Mom and I started unpacking the car and bringing her things to the room. As we would walk on to the floor, arms loaded with bags and boxes, the staff would see us an say “Hey… Kerrie’s back!” Although I am sure no one really wants her back there.. the nurses, houskeeping staff and dietary staff all seemed happy to see her.
We spent last night decorating her room, and trying to get the VCR and DVD player to work. There’s a problem with the VCR in this room and I wasn’t able to get it taken care of, but I am hoping the IT department can take care of it before I get back. If not… they will have a very crabby Kerrie on their hands.
“Irving” was hooked back up, and they started her on an IV cocktail of Saline and Dilantine, and Kerrie started making plans on how she would decorate Irving for Halloween… We may need those pole dancer tassels yet!
Sleeping was a little difficult for her as she had to get used the the light in the room, the people coming in and the constant beep from Irving.. but I had absolutely no problem sleeping and just can’t see what she is complaining about. I keep telling her it’s not that bad and that I sleep very well.. and she keeps reminding me that I am NOT the patient ( and I could sleep through an earthquake).
When I left for Ohio, this morning, they were taking her for chest X-Rays and there were a bunch of people in the hallway to greet her and welcome her back. Even under the mask I could tell she was smiling!
They plan on starting her chemo this afternoon, but we don’t know what time yet. Because this type of chemo causes seizures, they want to make sure her Dilantine levels are high enough ( It’s supposed to prevent the seizures) and won’t actually start until she reaches appropriate levels. It will be some time this afternoon, but we are hoping it’s later in the day so that Mom get there, after work, and before they hang the IV’s.
Many of you have already asked for a new address/Phone number… if you had the old information then just make the following changes:
Address is the same – except room number is now 223
Phone number is the same – except last four digits are now 6793
If you need the complete information please send one of us an e-mail:
Mom – jandree02@aol.com
Me – jenn@kast2006.com or jandree01@aol.com
We prefer not to post the complete info on the internet.
I’ll go back to Michigan, tomorrow night, and should be able to do posts more frequently… since I won’t have something like a pesky job getting in my way 🙂
At least not until I have to go back on October 23rd.
We’re finally here! Kerrie’s countdown to day zero started today… only 7 more days to go!
Jenn
10 Comments
Lori
Kerrie, all my love, prayers and thoughts to you. This is it!!!! Hopefully soon there will be no more Irving, people coming in and out of your room at all hours (unless you find one of those cute male nurses we talked about!!) and you’ll be home to be pampered and waited on like you so deserve! Well, okay, maybe not the last one. I think about you all the time. I don’t want to bother you this week so I won’t call but if you want to talk call me (or have Jenn or your mom call) and I’ll call you right back. I know you need your family and friends more than ever right now, and I’m still here.
I love you
Lori
Sandy Maynerich
HI Kerrie & Jenn,
Good luck to you both. Were thinking of you two and you are in our thoughts and prayers. I know everything will go good for you both. Kerrie you will be fine and we know you are nervous but once it’s all and done with you will be happy and relieved at the same time. :o) Once I get your full address from Jenn then I will I forward your address onto several of our classmates that have been wanting it along with your phone #.
Keep the spirit up ok and remember you have a ton of friends that are thinking about you and also praying for your recovery so don’t think your friends do not know about you they all do. I have e-mailed serveral from classmates and only one has gotten back with me and that is Danielle Copeland.
Ok take care you two and I will be doing alot of praying and thinking about you both.
Take care.
Love,
Sandy
Jenn
Sandy,
I have tried to send you Kerrie’s address several times, but you must not be receiving the e-mails. Try sending me your e-mail address again. Use this account : jandree@geaugalake.com
I’ll see if I can finally get Kerrie’s address to you.
Jenn
Shane
Hi Kerrie,
It’s been a long journey to get to this point, and I know it’s not over just yet, but it’s sooooo good to hear that “the real deal” is about to happen! I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, Kansas City is thinking about you!!!!! Your in my thoughts everyday and will continue to be. Now get this thing overwith so I can head out that way and see you! =)
Jenn, hang in there, I know you are a very busy bee right now. But then, when have you ever NOT been a busy bee??? My thoughts are with you as well.
Love ya both!
Shane
Jason Gibson
Kerrie,
Been lurking quite a bit and just wanted to get out of the shadows for a minute and remind you that we all support you.. that we are all thinking about you.. that you are in our minds, and hearts.
I know it’s cliche, but you have to be strong and that whopper will soon be yours!
(ok, maybe that’s not cliche, per se,.. YET!)
I think about you every day!… and that’s most likely not enough.. but I do. If you ever feel a warm glow on the side of your face, it’s me. (or one of your other bagillion fans!)
It’s not easy remembering we’re here day-to-day, I can only imagine. But I think of you, pray for you, and wish for you… the BEST! Get that Whopper! Wear the Crown!
YOU CAN DO IT!
We love you Kerrie! 🙂
-=J
admin
Shane and J… I can always count on one of you to put a smile on my face when I need it most. Tonight it was both of you!
It’s going to be at least 6 months – a year before she’ll be allowed to have that Whopper, but when it happens you can be damn sure I will have the crown ready 🙂
Time for me to try to sleep and dream about my mother playing with very long needles.