Thursday, May 31, 2012

you just got scheduled for brain surgery, what are you gonna do?

Just to clarify, I scheduled my ommaya port insertion for June 18th.  It should be much easier than my craniotomy in September, but I am going to get another hole drilled in my skull.

The picture is an all too subtle reference to the fact that Keith and I are off to Disney for the weekend.  There is a new ride associated with the Cars movies from Pixar and we're headed to a sneak peak.  It should be some silly fun!
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11 comments:

  1. AnonymousMay 31, 2012 at 10:12 PM

    Eileen, Our thoughts and prayers remain with you during this latest. Your students really admire you,as do we all for your strength (it is still ok to be you, and express how crappy this cancer is.. I feel so angry at this) and your grace to continue to over come the frustrations. May the doctors take the best care of you and keep that wonderful brain of yours healthy!

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  2. Sheila SJune 1, 2012 at 4:10 AM

    Oh, Eileen, something must have happened....that really bad headache? All our good wishes are heading your way, hoping that the docs alleviate the problem and, as the post above says, keep your wonderful brain in good working order. Sending you and Keith a great big hug, love, Sheila

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  3. AnnJune 1, 2012 at 4:37 AM

    Oh my goodness, Eileen. I am so sorry for this latest turn. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. You are so strong! Love, ann

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  4. AnonymousJune 1, 2012 at 5:53 AM

    Eileen, Sending prayers, thoughts all the time, and energy. As I read your blog, I see a woman who finds the positive in every little thing, who sees the beauty in nature and enjoys it fully. Your strength is amazing. Love to you.
    Claudia

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  5. Sheila SJune 1, 2012 at 6:26 AM

    Have a FABULOUS time at Disney this weekend! Some silly fun and whimsy is just what the doctor (should) order. love, Sheila

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  6. AnonymousJune 1, 2012 at 7:05 AM

    Thanks for the clarification!! While nothing messing with the brain is routine, it seems like an expected part of the plan! So have a great time in Disney.. say hello to Tigger!

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  7. AnnJune 1, 2012 at 7:06 AM

    Whew!!!!!
    I get it now.... with the help of your clarification....... You're scheduled for brain surgery, what else to do but go to Disney! I'm a little slow.....
    Hope you and Keith have a really fun weekend!
    Love, ann

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  8. KateJune 1, 2012 at 11:03 AM

    I'm so sorry to learn that you'll need to get the port put in for you chemotherapy for the nervous system.
    I hope you and Keith have a wonderful weekend trip to Disney to get a sneak peak at the new ride associated with the Cars movie.
    The photos of your walks and the Bubble Maker on the previous blog entry are wonderful. I'd love to make the bubble maker myself!
    Sending you and Keith a big bubble of good thoughts, love and prayers, Kate

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  9. AnonymousJune 1, 2012 at 12:45 PM

    Eileen, Strong woman. love you. prayers too Robyn

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  10. AnonymousJune 1, 2012 at 3:51 PM

    Thanks for the update! Good for you guys; sounds like a fun weekend heading off to Disney. Hope that the ride is fun. And, I did enjoy your minimalist reference!

    Yes, any drilling in one’s skull is worrisome, to say the very least. Your spirits and perspective continue to amaze.

    Hugs from the Midwest!
    Love, Jane

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  11. AnonymousJune 4, 2012 at 6:58 PM

    Eileen, Hope that your Disney weekend was great fun and helped you get through today's procedure. A few Cars rides is probably just want you needed. Now you need to schedule some more fun trips. The ommaya procedure does not sound great but it should make the delivery of chemo a lot easier. Lots of love from all of us, Ellen

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