Hello friends and family,
Another milestone accomplished. Week 2 is over. Marnie was an incredible caregiver this week and worked very diligently on making sure I was eating, taking me for walks (she spared me the leash as we needed it for her dog, Madison) and keeping my spirits up. She feels especially successful because as she put it: "she didn't puke on my watch".
I have mentioned eating a few times without fully explaining how important this has become for me. For those of you who have ever eaten with me you know 2 things: that I am a slow eater and that I LOVE to eat. Well, I have unfortunately lost my appetite for most things and had lost 4 pounds after my first week of treatment. The weight loss is partly due to my appetite and partly due to the chemo so eating has become a chore as desirable as cleaning my toilet. Consequently, due to my lack of desire to eat, my pace has slowed as hard as that is to imagine. The 4 pounds is not so concerning at this point but when I weigh in on Tuesday, if I have lost another 4 pounds, that would not be good and my nurses are a bit concerned about this. So, even though I am eating well (healthy) and eating often....it is a challenge that I NEVER thought I would have to face. But, as I type this, Mark is ordering Chinese food and who doesn't love themselves some Moo Shu!
Thank you again to everyone for their cards, comments, thoughtful e-mails, phone calls and incredibly generous gifts. You warm my heart and increase my strength!
Have a wonderful and safe holiday weekend!
Love, Hugs and Good Health!
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Your timing couldn't be more perfect to dine with the Alts! We'll make sure the scale is back up 4, maybe 5.
Love you!
I understand eating is hard to do with those medications - but please do keep that weight on. You need to fuel to keep going and keep your spirits high. It is wonderful you have so many loving friends - what a treasure.
Love Dad
Kins - Congrats on bagging week 2! You are doing awesome! Keep those smoothies coming your way. I know next week Jac will keep you well fed. Start thinking bean burritos:)
Keep smiling - love you. EM
Dear Kindra and Mark....the whole Westcott family is keeping you in our thoughts and prayers daily...keep up the positive attitude...the blog is a great idea and very informative. Even though, time and location have come between us, Mark, and now Kindra are very special to us. love Susan, Doug, Shawn [ Dowie ], Heidi, and Chelsey
GO KINS!!! Week 2 is behind you. Keep that weight on so that you keep your strength...I know you can do it. I wish I lived closer so that I could come visit!! You are so blessed with so many people who love you. I'm sending you wishes for a speedy week #3!!!
xxooxxoo
hil
Kindra, we are so proud of your strength as you go through this challenging time. Keep the protein smoothies, yogurt, and green drinks coming. We are thinking about you lots and sending our love.
Love, Marina, Ken and Isabel
xo
I remember that first Monday we spent together two weeks ago. It seems like a long long time ago. Now you are on week three and almost half way. You have so many great supporters to help keep your spirit running high. Remember this will all be over in a few short weeks ... and we will all look back on it as a fading memory. Mom and I are working on our plan to move back into the number one caregiver position. Maybe it will be a tie among us all. Love you guys and will see you in less that two weeks ... can hardly wait. Will be bringing different clothing in hopes of warmer weather.
Mom & Dad
Yeah!!!!!!!!!!! Week 2 is OVER!!!!!! Yes, Jaclyn will keep your belly happy and full. I love you so very much!!! Keep up your INCREDIBLE attitude!!
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