Jennifer’s Story

Site created on February 10, 2021

Welcome to my Caring Bridge!  Never in a million years did I think I would have one of these.  I am so much more comfortable taking care of others than asking for help.  Unfortunately my life changed a little over a year ago and here I am.  
On April 1st, my niece Stacey and I are flying to Mexico.  We will be going to Puebla which is 2 hours south of Mexico City.  Here I will be receiving a treatment called HSCT (Hematopoietic Stem Cell Therapy) for the Multiple Sclerosis that has impacted my life in so many ways.  My physical health has declined greatly since being diagnosed in August of 2019.  I have researched this for over a year and find that is my only HOPE.  
I want to get the word out there to anyone who suffers from MS that there is hope.  Research and read.  Don't just listen to your doctor and let them make your life choices.  
Second, I wanted to do this Caring Bridge because in December my family started a Go Fund Me account and it has raised approximately $46,000.  Unbelievable!   I am overwhelmed by their geniorsity and want to show them the process.  I want to thank them and I want them to know I appreciate every dollar.  
I want to get back to the classroom mid-August to where I belong.  
So follow my journey.  I have put my niece Stacey in charge of the actually documentation once the process starts.  I am not sure how I will be feeling (two rounds of chemo and a port) so stay tuned to pictures and the story through her eyes.  
Stacey- I love you for going through this journey with me.  I am so looking forward to spending this time with you and ringing my call button!  HA!  Stacey is an R.N. so I will be in great hands.  
Thank you for all your prayers and thoughts.
Love,
Jennifer (Ms. Pearce)

Newest Update

May 5, 2021

Journal entry by Stacey Jackson —

Jen arrived home on Saturday in great spirits.  Her neurologist at the Mayo Clinic wants to see her tomorrow to go over the complete process of HSCT before assigning her to a hematologist.  She needs a hematologist to monitor her blood counts.  Today we went to the Chandler Mayo Clinic for urine testing.  It is determined that she has another UTI.  This is quite common with MS patients and Jen has had many over the years.  She is receiving a ton of emails and text messages.  She is very appreciative for all your concerns, but due to her weakened state she unable to reach out to everyone individually.  I am going to try to get Jen a necklace for her cane so that doesn't continue to leave it in the other room.  Jen is on a strict diet and is not allowed to have food brought to the house (not from restaurants or made in your house).  Deb is requesting alcohol.  :). Jen has started to do some exercises to strengthen her legs.  You will soon see her running around the block.  ha ha.  

Thank you for all your support, prayers, and thoughts...  Jen is so happy to be home.

Peace Out
Deb (Stacey's mama)
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