More Bald Than Yesterday!

"The face says it all!" ~ Melissa

Tonight I got another message from Melissa saying that her hair is RAPIDLY falling out! And she sent this picture. She says "It is driving me absolutely crazy. I am leaving piles of hair everywhere I go! The plan is for Eli and I both to get buzzed tomorrow. (I'm pretty sure she means she is buzzing off their hair, not taking to drinking ;) He is excited to be my bald buddy :) I am actually thinking it will be a relief! Pictures of our baldness to follow! I had an appointment with Dr. Miranda and had labs checked today. Best news ever - my blood counts are Awesome! Like an actual, almost normal person. Awesome! This means that Tuesday is definitely chemo day. Dr. Miranda is planning to change up some of the IV nausea meds to see if I have better luck this time. The first few days after treatment were pretty miserable last time. At least I know that it gets better!! Dr. Miranda is also scheduling me to go into the hospital to receive IV fluids for 4 days after treatment. This will ensure that I stay hydrated and also help flush the chemo drugs out of my system. Such a blessing to have a Dr that is so concerned about me! I am feeling pretty good right now. Just uber tired. I have been able to do some actual household chores this week and it was so exciting! I even vacuumed up some of my hair :). Please know how grateful we are for your unfailing love and support. We have received service in so very many ways. A special thanks to those of you that help out with the kiddos. My constant worry is that I can't be mom, and I am so grateful for many wonderful "honorary moms". Thank you so much! I can be at ease knowing that my crew are being well cared for (not to mention well fed!). I can't express my gratitude for a family that has made so many sacrifices for me. They are all so careful and concerned for me. I am receiving such wonderful tender care from Tyler and each of my children. Grandma Linda made a cool comment that I know is true. She said that I am raising a houseful of stripling warriors. We are all experiencing the refiners fire, and are learning and growing together. Thank you for joining us on our journey." ~ Melissa

I think it is amazing and wonderful that Melissa is able to share this journey with all of her fan club :) Thank you, Melissa! Love you tons ~Nicole