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GladToBeMrs.SRS · April 2011

Long time no see, women.

Life has been bizarre for me the past few months. Mom's cancer returned with a vengeance, presenting with 10 metastases on her spine. She went through neurosurgery a couple of months ago to remove one of the larger tumors that was pressing on her spinal cord, causing rapid-onset paralysis. In the five weeks she was admitted to the hospital, I logged over 4,500 driving miles making the 200-mile round-trip drive to visit her daily.

Two weeks ago, she was released from the hospital and is now living with us, re-learning how to walk and function. Last week, she started radiation therapy. Once her course of treatment is finished, she'll begin chemotherapy. The ultimate goal is for her to resume life where she left off back in February; living on her own, and enjoying her grandbabies every day after school.

In the mean time, I'm juggling 10 different medical specialties, both businesses, my regular teaching schedule, civic responsibilities, and all of the normal family stuff. It's nuts, but I'm very well-supported. DH has been fabulous through all of this.

On a positive note, I'm in the very final stages of my diet. I've lost a grand total of 103 pounds, and am headed into the long-term phase of maintenance. I'm really, really enjoying building up my endurance and strength with my exercise program. Most of all, though, I love how much easier life is without all the excess weight.

Enough about me -- how are all of you? What's new? Who's KU?

xoxo

ETA: New self-portrait, albeit lame cell phone pic.

Dork_Fish · April 2011

I hope your Mom is able to get back to normal life soon. Congrats on the weight-loss. That's awesome

Not sure that you know me I'm Dork_Fish (ravelry: Kylanie). I'm almost 18 weeks pregnant with my first child. I migrated over from Pets before I pregnant.

papagena · April 2011

I've MIIIIIISSSSSSSSSED YOU!!!!! Was just thinking about you yesterday and wondering how you were doing. Continued T&P to your mother and your family - I can't imagine, but I'm so happy that your DH is so wonderfully supportive. I'm glad she is at your house now. I couldn't imagine how scary and difficult it would be if my mom's cancer came back, so huge (hugs) to you. All the best to your family and (of course) yourself.

And a huge congrats on your weight loss - that is amazing! What an incredible accomplishment (one of many, in your case!).

Lotte's knocked up, and she had the audacity to do it RIGHT after I gave birth so we couldn't be pg together... *grumble*

andrealynn0707 · April 2011

Well hello there! It sounds like your mom's treatment has been going well! I am glad to hear that she is making progress.

Do you have an updated pic? I want to see your progress, chica!

Dobie_Mama · April 2011

YAY! Hey there, Glad! Good to see you back around! I'm so happy that your mom is home with you now. Many good thoughts & prayers for the remainder of her recovery!

Temp76535187505890 · April 2011

::whistles into post::

Oh, hi.

::whistles out::

Lotte134 · April 2011

papagena:
Lotte's knocked up, and she had the audacity to do it RIGHT after I gave birth so we couldn't be pg together... *grumble*

You're never going to get over that, are you??? Stick out tongue

Glad, it's great to see you and I'm so happy to hear that your mother is doing better. And big woot on the weight loss!

satreece · April 2011

GLAD!!! I miss you so much!!!

I've kept up with things on FB... and I'm thinking about you and your mom daily. I hope things keep going in the right direction. And you LOOK fabulous - I'm sure you feel even better. You are so inspiring - on all fronts!

Big, huge hugs.

papagena · April 2011

Lotte134:
papagena:
Lotte's knocked up, and she had the audacity to do it RIGHT after I gave birth so we couldn't be pg together... *grumble*

You're never going to get over that, are you???

Nope.

And once again, Glad, you look fabulous!

smurfetteinred · April 2011

Oh glad, I'm so sorry to hear about your mother! I knew (can't remember if you told me or I saw it somewhere) that her cancer had come back but I had no idea it was so bad. (((((hugs))))) I'm glad that she's been released and is home with you now.

Also - you look freaking awesome!

Lotte134 · April 2011

You look great!!

Sapphyr · April 2011

Hi! You look great! Hope that your mom has a good road for recovery. We're still adjusting to the slower life down in the corner here. ;-)

andrealynn0707 · April 2011

You look fabulous! I love that shirt

the_jackpot · April 2011

Yay for a Glad spotting

So glad that your DH is being wonderful about your mother. I hope she has a successful recovery.

And the weight loss is awesome! What a huge success. Even your crappy phone pic looks amazing. Kudos!!

LittleFuller · April 2011

Hi!!!!!!!!!!!! You look so fabulous. Congrats!! I can't imagine how difficult it was for you to continue losing weight with all the stress in your life right now. I'm so sorry about your mom, and you guys have been, and will continue to be, in my prayers.

His(1&only)wife · April 2011

I'm sorry about your mom's cancer but so happy that she is living with you and that your DH is being fabulous!

And oh my gosh you look AMAZING!!!

nsees · April 2011

Continued T & Ps for your mom's recovery. I can't imagine what kind of stress you've been under with everything going on but oh my goodness woman, you look absolutely amazing. What an accomplishment on your weight loss! Would love to hear about the long term maitenance plan some time. Congrats! and ((hugs))

MELuckyInLove · April 2011

Hi stranger. You're missed over here. T&Ps to your mom and congrats with the weight loss. You''re looking fab!

aspade · April 2011

Wow, you look good, lady!!

Hope you've gotten some knitting done in the hospital--it's such a good stress reliever. Your mom is so lucky to have you, and vice versa. Thoughts and prayers coming your way. And hugs, of course.

MrsGo4Hockeychick · April 2011

papagena:
Lotte's knocked up, and she had the audacity to do it RIGHT after I gave birth so we couldn't be pg together... *grumble*

that's because she wanted to be pregnant with MEEE!

papagena · April 2011

MrsGo4Hockeychick:
papagena:
Lotte's knocked up, and she had the audacity to do it RIGHT after I gave birth so we couldn't be pg together... *grumble*

that's because she wanted to be pregnant with MEEE!

NO.FAIR!! Just because you live closer... :P

Good to see you, Go4.

andrealynn0707 · April 2011

Remember that one time when Glad came to say Hi and then posted and ran? That was fun. ;P

MrsGo4Hockeychick · April 2011

so does this mean glad missed the awesomeness that was iMagginary?

MissyOlivePants · April 2011

Hi Glad - you fabulous looking woman! We've missed you around these parts!

andrealynn0707 · April 2011

I think she probably did, unless someone sent her a Bat Signal.

clayswife · April 2011

::waves hi:: back. We miss you around here. You look amazing!! Great job!!!

Glad to hear that your mom is on the mend and hopefully she is back to 'normal' soon

smurfetteinred · April 2011

andrealynn0707:
Remember that one time when Glad came to say Hi and then posted and ran? That was fun. ;P

Yes

AlishaRichelle · April 2011

You look stunning! (But, then, when HAVEN'T you looked stunning?)

It sounds like things are going well with your mom - continued prayers for your whole family.

Miss you.

jwpbride · April 2011

Hi pretty lady!

Lotte134 · April 2011

MrsGo4Hockeychick:
papagena:
Lotte's knocked up, and she had the audacity to do it RIGHT after I gave birth so we couldn't be pg together... *grumble*

that's because she wanted to be pregnant with MEEE!

True dat. Speaking of which we need to choose another Saturday (preferably *without* snow to plan for the park!

Tonya_G · April 2011

Welcome back! You're looking great!

MrsGo4Hockeychick · April 2011

Lotte134:
MrsGo4Hockeychick:
papagena:
Lotte's knocked up, and she had the audacity to do it RIGHT after I gave birth so we couldn't be pg together... *grumble*

that's because she wanted to be pregnant with MEEE!
True dat. Speaking of which we need to choose another Saturday (preferably *without* snow to plan for the park!

yes. We went today, and Kennedy LOVES that park. Oh, and after, we can stop for ice cream at Nelson's.

that, my friend, is a CHILD SIZE ice cream. Yes, CHILD!

papagena · April 2011

MrsGo4Hockeychick:
Lotte134:
MrsGo4Hockeychick:
papagena:
Lotte's knocked up, and she had the audacity to do it RIGHT after I gave birth so we couldn't be pg together... *grumble*

that's because she wanted to be pregnant with MEEE!
True dat. Speaking of which we need to choose another Saturday (preferably *without* snow to plan for the park!
yes. We went today, and Kennedy LOVES that park. Oh, and after, we can stop for ice cream at Nelson's.
that, my friend, is a CHILD SIZE ice cream. Yes, CHILD!

*sniff*

Lotte134 · April 2011

MrsGo4Hockeychick:
Lotte134:
MrsGo4Hockeychick:
papagena:
Lotte's knocked up, and she had the audacity to do it RIGHT after I gave birth so we couldn't be pg together... *grumble*

that's because she wanted to be pregnant with MEEE!
True dat. Speaking of which we need to choose another Saturday (preferably *without* snow to plan for the park!
yes. We went today, and Kennedy LOVES that park. Oh, and after, we can stop for ice cream at Nelson's.
that, my friend, is a CHILD SIZE ice cream. Yes, CHILD!

::drool:: Just say the word!

pixy_stix · April 2011

Hawt lady!

I'm glad to hear that your mom is still progressing well with her treatment.

smurfetteinred · April 2011

papagena:
MrsGo4Hockeychick:
Lotte134:
MrsGo4Hockeychick:
papagena:
Lotte's knocked up, and she had the audacity to do it RIGHT after I gave birth so we couldn't be pg together... *grumble*

that's because she wanted to be pregnant with MEEE!
True dat. Speaking of which we need to choose another Saturday (preferably *without* snow to plan for the park!
yes. We went today, and Kennedy LOVES that park. Oh, and after, we can stop for ice cream at Nelson's.
that, my friend, is a CHILD SIZE ice cream. Yes, CHILD!
*sniff*

We need to come up with sort of super awesome meeting place that's dead center between us all and we can meet halfway. Anyone? Anyone? yeah, probably not going to happen.

Linnya · April 2011

Hi there! So good to "see" you.

I'm so sorry to hear about your mom, but glad to hear that her treatment seems to be going well. She'll be in my prayers.

Great job on the healthy lifestyle changes - you look fabulous!

lytedark · April 2011

hi lady! good to 'see' you! and you look ah-maaazing! must you always be a super-star at EVERYTHING you do? haha. congrats though. seriously awesome!

and i'm glad to hear things are going smoothly with your mom's recovery and your dh is being so awesome. they are both so lucky to have you. big hugs and high fives to you and continued t&ps for your mom's recovery. :-)

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