Journal entry by Val Barber —
I have been enjoying the gorgeous weather and get out walking with the dogs every day. I did get a new dog, Sophie, out of Nome a month ago. I met her while in Nome and when I heard she was up for adoption, I jumped on it and had her flown over. She's a small 2 yr old lively chocolate lab mix. Tok came back with me as well and the two have become buddies. I am walking better all the time. I am doing some endless pool therapy on a treadmill and water exercises which really help me loosen up. Still tight in the hips from the operation but getting better.
I am doing some hormone therapy and getting butt shots of faslodex every month, as well as a monthly shot of Exgeva. Also taking Ibranz. Consulting with my naturopathic doctor and she has me taking supplements. I am definitely feeling better and stronger.
MRI's and Petscan last month showed things looking pretty good and no new cancer. The drugs should keep it from spreading but I need to be more proactive and am headed back to Ketogenic diet. It worked well for me before for blood sugar and is supposed to be a good cancer diet.
I haven't been able to get my food wagon going this year but hope to have it going next year. I am planning on baking some goods for the Monday Market and teaching some classes there as well.
I am keeping busy. My phone broke and I lost all my contact info but think I might be able to get some of it back. So if you haven't heard from me, send a message. I hope everyone is doing well. I always worry when these monster hurricanes hit the East coast or tornadoes rip through the plains. Stay safe out there. Love to all.
I am doing some hormone therapy and getting butt shots of faslodex every month, as well as a monthly shot of Exgeva. Also taking Ibranz. Consulting with my naturopathic doctor and she has me taking supplements. I am definitely feeling better and stronger.
MRI's and Petscan last month showed things looking pretty good and no new cancer. The drugs should keep it from spreading but I need to be more proactive and am headed back to Ketogenic diet. It worked well for me before for blood sugar and is supposed to be a good cancer diet.
I haven't been able to get my food wagon going this year but hope to have it going next year. I am planning on baking some goods for the Monday Market and teaching some classes there as well.
I am keeping busy. My phone broke and I lost all my contact info but think I might be able to get some of it back. So if you haven't heard from me, send a message. I hope everyone is doing well. I always worry when these monster hurricanes hit the East coast or tornadoes rip through the plains. Stay safe out there. Love to all.
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