The Last Neulasta!

Hello everyone! I am feeling mostly lousy right now, but so excited to be DONE with chemo!! My last treatment was much less eventful than the time before, so that is great news! I received my neulasta shot late yesterday so I am feeling the effects this morning. I must admit that I won't miss the "bones breaking from the inside" feeling at all! A big thank you to Gramita, who helped me run my Iv and to Grandpa Lynn, who took me for my shot. Eli tagged along too because he wanted to meet my "Iv therapy friends". Today Tyler doesn't work until 3 so he will help with my Iv. The boys freaked out about that idea yesterday, and Alexa is gone to girls camp - good thing I have other helpers! I will have my labs checked in a few weeks and hope that everything looks good. This time we are also checking my tumor markers and checking my vitamin d level. The d level will help determine the health of my bones. We will keep a close eye on my bone density and start on bone protecting infusions if necessary. This is due to the chemo itself being hard on bones and also the early menopause. Not good to have osteoporosis before age 40! I am feeling profoundly grateful this day. The Lord's hand has been evident in every single step of this journey. This has truly been a faith promoting experience, and I have been blessed with an abundance of love and support. I was talking with a friend yesterday about help that comes on both sides of the veil. I truly believe that angels have rallied around my family and brought peace and comfort to our home. We have been truly touched by all the marvelous acts of kindness that have been extended to us. Please know how very thankful we are.  Our prayers are full of thanks for all of you!!  ~ Melissa