Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Stinker Pokes

That's what Eleanor (my 3 year old twin) calls my insulin shots. This is one of the lovely side effects of the medication (Prednisone) the doctors put me on to shock my body. (The spleenectomy didn't work.) The hope was to see if the Prednisone could get my antibodies that fight my red blood cells under control. And shock it did! I won't bore you with the laundry list of side effects. The great news is that it worked! My red blood cell count is now in a normal range! I haven't had a blood transfusion in 2 months (after having them every 1-2 weeks for almost 2 years) and I feel more energetic. I am on a Prednisone taper and will hopefully be off of this med within a month...and the side effects should go away. I look forward to getting back to a normal life. It was 2 years ago this month that I was diagnosed with Leukemia and I am so happy to be alive...to be with Ken & my kids and to continue friendships and associations with all of you.



19 comments:

Andrea Fowles said...

So glad to hear you are doing well Joy. We think of you often. Keep that good news coming!

Anonymous said...

Wonderful news. You inspire us all. Much love, the Haynie's

Kelli said...

So glad you are feeling better. It has been fun to see you out more and we can't wait to go to dinner and hang out soon. Sorry we never hooked up in St. George. It was a crazy weekend.

HallFam said...

I love to read about your progress, family and the cute things the kids say. I love your positive attitude. Hugs!

Vicki said...

That's wonderful news, Joy! I am so thankful for your healing and for the progress you continue to make. You and your family are so special and we're blessed to know you!

Jill Lewis said...

We love you Joy.

Stephanie said...

Great news!

Love,

Stephanie

Ginger said...

I'm here, singing the Hallelujah Chorus and dedicating it to YOU, Joy Woolley! Well, also to Jan who got a Clean Bill of Cancer-health, just this week.

You've been SUCH a trooper through these crazy two years of your life. Most people think it's crazy enough to have five little ones at home, but add Leukemia into the mix and SHEESH, that's a MEGA-DOSE of Craziness.

And yet, you're on the other side of it and we are so incredibly thrilled.

Love, Aunt Ginger

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Laurel said...

So glad to hear that something is finally working to help get your health and energy back in line! I think of you often and hope all continues on the upward climb. What a cute family you have. I so admire your perseverance and positive attitude through it all.
With Much Love - Laurel Smith and Family

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