tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post4603013704995921043..comments2023-08-05T06:41:47.665-05:00Comments on Nothing To Worry About: The EndSherihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14354232100327387730noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-82061872262437669712009-06-19T11:51:39.295-05:002009-06-19T11:51:39.295-05:00Sheri - please let us know how you are doing. We a...Sheri - please let us know how you are doing. We are still praying for you and hope you are feeling a bit better everyday.Fionahttp://www.pinkwarrior.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-36660175469116911862009-06-14T17:39:24.975-05:002009-06-14T17:39:24.975-05:00((((((((((((Sheri)))))))))))))
I remember when my...((((((((((((Sheri)))))))))))))<br /><br />I remember when my Aunt was in your exact same shoes, when she knew enough was enough...such a very hard decision but one only you can make.... You are an inspiration and a fighter!<br /><br />Keep the Faith...never lose Hope!<br /><br />Keeping you in my prayers always<br /><br />Hugs<br />TerriTerrihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00860119214522064405noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-30165267692871621192009-06-10T20:47:20.814-05:002009-06-10T20:47:20.814-05:00Sheri,
There is a law in psychology (William Jame...Sheri,<br /><br />There is a law in psychology (William James) that if you form a picture in your mind of what you would like to be, and you keep and you hold that picture there long enough, you will soon become exactly as you have been thinking. <br /><br />So picture yourself, healthy....running in the park with your kids, swimming...blow drying your hair...going to get a hair cut...however you want to picture you in the future... and everyday before you go to sleep...envision you just as you want to be...and you will be just that! <br /><br />((HUGS))<br /><br />StacyStacyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16037626138437777083noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-80701040414228792302009-06-10T19:05:31.454-05:002009-06-10T19:05:31.454-05:00Dear Sheri
quite a powerful entry!
Come by and mak...Dear Sheri<br />quite a powerful entry!<br />Come by and make some comments on my blog at: Lurkynat.<br />Thanks and get better soon!<br />love,natalienataliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16460459444680469628noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-9500042787781605652009-06-10T18:31:35.762-05:002009-06-10T18:31:35.762-05:00Sheri,
Your body took all that it could take. Yo...Sheri,<br /><br />Your body took all that it could take. You didn't quit. You got to your goal, just not your stretch goal. Its like those who run the marathon. Some people run through the finish an extra 100 yards, some fall right at the finish and others crawl to get there. In the end, they all get the same goal. They finished the marathon.<br /><br />Some people call it runner's high. Where you get so used to the pain that you almost want it to hurt more. Some say chemo can be the same way. Don't worry, as you said , this was the original plan..4 treatments. And you shouuldn't worry. You did all that you could do. If four was all your body could take then, you went the distance.<br /><br />You might not cheer for yourself, but we all salute you and your family.<br /><br />Erik (Route53)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-53987225924093588412009-06-10T15:34:56.401-05:002009-06-10T15:34:56.401-05:00hang in there honey...my prayers are with you. Go...hang in there honey...my prayers are with you. God speed...Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04481911261236382752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-34059966658032640932009-06-10T14:22:13.610-05:002009-06-10T14:22:13.610-05:00Your Doc asked you to stop. Why are you so hard on...Your Doc asked you to stop. Why are you so hard on yourself about quitting? <br />Rothchild PerriwinkleAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-80712252814937193932009-06-10T12:19:52.005-05:002009-06-10T12:19:52.005-05:00I have traveled around the country interviewing yo...I have traveled around the country interviewing young adult cancer patients for a book I have written on living with cancer in your 20s and 30s. I assure you that you are not alone in your path, your decisions, or your feelings. <br /><br />Movies, commercial, literature do a huge disservice to patients who are in your shoes: they play up the word "fight" and make our battles look like a one track course that you just plow ahead through until you cross some imaginary finish line. <br /><br />No. Our bodies, our lives, our choices are a hell of a lot more complicated than that. Cancer is not about winning or loosing, it is about learning to live with very hard, complex choices, most of which involve some kind of loss and grief. This is the cancer I live and have come to know, and it sounds like you are right in the heart of the beast. <br /><br />I think we need to do away with terms like "giving up". What does that mean? I have met plenty of young adults who have chosen to quit chemo, and they were not "giving up". They were listening to themselves. I've also met some who have quit chemo and then decided to go back on it again, and were happy with that choice too. <br /><br />This is all so personal. We cannot tell you what is right or wrong. We can only say we have love for you and for where you are at, and we'll never turn our backs on your choices no matter what. (I know I'm a total stranger - but hell, your writing is so honest I feel like I know you.)<br /><br />I do have a few questions for you though that may be helpful or not - feel free to disregard: Do you know what palliative care is, do you have a palliative care team at your hospital and have you used them? Are you at a university teaching hospital? If not is there one near you? When is the last time you received a second opinion on your case? Second opinions are not just for the first few weeks of cancer, but are really important throughout the process and can be extremely useful when at a crossroads such as yours. Even if your doc is the tops, and you are very satisfied with the care you have received, another opinion is just another perspective on the situation and a chance to learn about different options. Any good oncologist would welcome you getting a second opinion at this point and would be very eager to hear what another doctor has to say.<br /><br />Feel free to contact me if you ever need my shoulder to lean on. You can find my email address on my blog: http://everythingchangesbook.com/<br /><br /><br />All my best,<br /><br />KairolKairol Rosenthalhttp://everythingchangesbook.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-63426936772833221842009-06-10T11:48:33.985-05:002009-06-10T11:48:33.985-05:00Sheri, I know that it hurts physically and emotion...Sheri, I know that it hurts physically and emotionally... but you are making a difference in the fight. We aren't all built the same, our cancers are all different -- even when we're diagnosed with the same cancer, its still very individual. Don't beat yourself up for not living up to someone else's standards. (I say this to you as well as to myself) Breast cancer is hard, it feels like a punishment you can't figure out what you did to deserve. If your body cannot take anymore chemo, then its telling you that you've done what you can do. Let it do its part. My chemo is months behind me now, but everyday I wake up wondering was it enough? Can I have my life back now, please? And the answer is... this is the life I've got, for as long as I've got it. No guarantees. There were none before cancer and there still aren't any. <br /><br />Learning to live with the unknown is our new strategy for live. You have to accept that you've done your very best. <br /><br />Just don't give up.Nicole McLeanhttp://fabulous-boobies.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-78254504174850820112009-06-10T10:46:46.593-05:002009-06-10T10:46:46.593-05:00Sheri,
My heart goes out to you. I had a terrible...Sheri,<br /><br />My heart goes out to you. I had a terrible time with the chemo as well and although I did finish my chemo it was at a reduced rate as the side effects where damaging my nerve system so bad. I know that this was my decision and the best I could do but I like you worry what that means.<br /><br />I don't want you to ever feel along when you are having treatments or late at night when we all thin kover our lives. Remember that we are there with you - praying for you and sharing your pain. You have an army of pink warriors all around you and we are all encouraging you to keep up the good fight in what ever way you can!Fiona McGarry-Gatzkehttp://pinkwarrior.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-84447989671523142692009-06-10T09:21:12.835-05:002009-06-10T09:21:12.835-05:00Left you a present over on my blog. Hope you'...Left you a present over on my blog. Hope you're feeling better in both your mind and body!<br /><br />XO - Sharon<br /><br />http://bigblueheron.blogspot.com/2009/06/for-sheri.htmlS. F. Heronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03918066747733658394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-11474882334019233472009-06-10T06:38:51.428-05:002009-06-10T06:38:51.428-05:00Sheri,
REST.
And REST in HIM, your God and Fathe...Sheri,<br />REST. <br /><br />And REST in HIM, your God and Father.<br /><br />Much love and strength,<br />JeanneAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-34814618811188378462009-06-09T23:55:41.379-05:002009-06-09T23:55:41.379-05:00Big hugs girl. It's alot. I know that from exp...Big hugs girl. It's alot. I know that from experience. Your body is telling you what is right. Go with that.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-64136118749840312642009-06-09T21:57:52.177-05:002009-06-09T21:57:52.177-05:00Sheri,
I am very, very proud of you! You have bee...Sheri, <br />I am very, very proud of you! You have been through a whole lot. You indeed made the right decision. Your body is telling you it is time to heal and get stronger. I just want you to know that I am always with you in thoughts and prayers. <br />SoniaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-17225893671183519782009-06-09T21:55:07.962-05:002009-06-09T21:55:07.962-05:00Sheri,
You are an inspiration to many. Please kno...Sheri,<br /><br />You are an inspiration to many. Please know that you aren't quitting, not even a chance...give yourself a break...take a deep breath.<br /><br />We love you!<br /><br />StacyStacyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16037626138437777083noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-36741635511230061442009-06-09T20:49:46.480-05:002009-06-09T20:49:46.480-05:00Sheri,
You are my Heroin and Tom is definately a H...Sheri,<br />You are my Heroin and Tom is definately a Hero!<br />I am sending all my love to you, Tom and the kids<br />Juliejzeilerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15431379651077960742noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-37673736409454026142009-06-09T18:41:33.686-05:002009-06-09T18:41:33.686-05:00Sheri, you didn't simply quit.
It's not ...Sheri, you didn't simply quit. <br />It's not like you went in and asked to d.c. the treatment.<br />Quitting was suggested. Recommended even. By the expert. She saw the signs. It WAS harder on you than it's been on others. For reals.<br />Please my friend, don't beat yourself up over this.<br />Rest and get your strength back.Housewife Savanthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13276777227256457700noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-36672062597804829142009-06-09T16:32:00.364-05:002009-06-09T16:32:00.364-05:00My heart aches for what you had to go through, She...My heart aches for what you had to go through, Sheri. You are one very strong person. I have tremendous admiration for you. I pray your body can start to heal itself now and you can get on with a normal life again. Hugs to you.Roxannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09539366314878452737noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-91843246190307586572009-06-09T15:50:10.944-05:002009-06-09T15:50:10.944-05:00Sheri, only you know if you made the right decisio...Sheri, only you know if you made the right decision and it sounds like you did. We can only put our bodies through so much. Please don't feel like you have failed. Take some time now for yourself and your family, you deserve it!<br />Get well now Sheri and get your strength back.<br />Keep the blog going so we all know how you are doing.<br />Hugs<br />Jill.Jillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03978632234049776290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-26542224682710022812009-06-09T15:42:08.310-05:002009-06-09T15:42:08.310-05:00Oh man. What a hard and impossible decision you h...Oh man. What a hard and impossible decision you had to make. You have been, and continue to be, extremely tough- both mentally and physically. I'll pray for you to feel that way!Rachaehttp://www.mommachae.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-26086133386606064992009-06-09T13:39:02.034-05:002009-06-09T13:39:02.034-05:00The original recommendation was 4 treatments and y...The original recommendation was 4 treatments and you did it!! That is huge, and by all statistics should be enough to prevent recurrence. You have made the right decision - you completed the original recommendation and now you need to regain your strength to focus on your family again. <br /><br />I wish you all the best.Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02364706890012512947noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-78844999466148009322009-06-09T09:57:19.854-05:002009-06-09T09:57:19.854-05:00Sheri,
Don't ever feel ashamed of yourself..wh...Sheri,<br />Don't ever feel ashamed of yourself..what you have endured in the past months is more than any one person can handle. You have fought one hell of a battle...and in my eyes are a hero.. your strength through all of this has been amazing..you truly are a remarkable woman.. everyone reacts differently to certain treatments.. your body is telling you it's time to rest.. My heart goes out to you Sheri, and your family as well.. I am not a religious person but I say this to you..May God be with you.. I wish you peace within yourself.. I hope you find all the answers you are searching for.. <br />Kelly~kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15517862000134669853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-33130109413766184572009-06-09T09:20:30.623-05:002009-06-09T09:20:30.623-05:00Praying for you Sheri.... Hang in there...Praying for you Sheri.... Hang in there...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11678553877749493054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-56871203198261729502009-06-09T09:18:02.477-05:002009-06-09T09:18:02.477-05:00Sheri, you're writing like you've failed b...Sheri, you're writing like you've failed by stopping now. From what I've read of you in your blog, you spound like an incredibly strong and determined lady, determined to do all she can for her family. Not even God judges you as a failure in this (Romans 8:33 Who will bring any charge against those whom God has chosen?) My prayer for you is that you can rest and heal and have a peace that you've given it your best shot, and be able to rest in our amazing God, leaving your healing in his beautifully compassionate and capable hands. You're in my prayers.kayleedestinyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18134586017122695198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4985921680032091722.post-51657344902949043102009-06-09T09:05:06.412-05:002009-06-09T09:05:06.412-05:00Sending prayers and strength for you and your fami...Sending prayers and strength for you and your family. Only YOU know what's right for you, and it looks like you've got lots of support. Stop beating yourself up.Ryan Ashley Scotthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13515371602427605756noreply@blogger.com