Tomorrow is a go!

Neither snow nor drainage is going to stop me from getting chemotherapy tomorrow! I ventured into the blizzard today and saw Dr. G. I have his seal of approval as well as Regina's (my oncologist) to begin treatment.

Speaking of the blizzard, here are some pics of my adventures outside.

Snow bank by the bus stop...








A very quiet Michigan Avenue...








My street (which doesn't actually look so bad but this was before it started snowing again)...








Please pray that my draining stops and the side effects of chemo aren't as bad as I'm expecting them to be. Also pray that my cousin, Aliza, is able to make it in from Boston tomorrow. She's making a special trip this weekend to help me out and I really want to see her.

Be safe and stay warm in this crazy weather!

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The Blanket Ladies

I received a very warm (literally) and thoughtful gift when I arrived in the office on Monday. My colleague's mom works at a senior center in Northfield and there are a group of women, The Blanket Ladies, that make blankets for patients undergoing chemotherapy.  I was so touched!  And what perfect timing when I'm heading into chemo right after Chicago's snowpocalypse! Thanks Blanket Ladies for your kindness! 

There was just a lovely article in the Chicago Sun-Times about The Blanket Ladies. (Click here to read more about them.) 

Stay warm and safe everyone!