Sorry it has taken me so long to update my blog. Summer has been busy and mostly wonderful for our family, as I hope it has been for you and yours.
Once again I need to start by saying that our family has been overwhelmed by the kindness and generosity shown to us by our friends, family and community. Our freezers are full of food given to us by teachers at my school as well as by many of our friends. We continue to have a wonderful house cleaner who comes to our house every second week, paid for by the teachers at my school, who helps to take care of the cleaning around our house so that we can spend more time doing things that matter. Knowing that we are so supported by the people around us has helped to buoy our spirits even in spite of any less than positive news we have received.
We found out a few weeks ago that I do have a spot of cancer on the right frontal lobe of my brain. This was not the news we were hoping for. The good news, though, is that the cancer does not seem to be impacting the tissue around the tumour, nor am I having any symptoms attributed with it. So we continue to be thankful and hopeful and positive that the chemo is working and will shrink all of the tumours, including the one in my brain. This Saturday I am having a CT scan which will determine if the chemo is, indeed working.
I am seeing not only a super knowledgeable and amazing oncologist, Dr. Gelman, but also a fantastic naturopath, Dr. Mcleod, who specializes in integrative cancer support. Both members of my cancer team, as well as my Dad, who beat his own cancer 35 years ago, have helped me to see that I need to embrace and even love chemotherapy, as it will be my cure. So for now, I am staying positive. I will admit that on days that I feel my worst, it is really hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. I do have at least three "hard" days per week where the effects of the chemo are overwhelming, but on those days I try my best to remember that I am feeling awful because the chemo is working and doing its job.
Since I do have three or four good days per week I have still been able to do all of the activities I love. Those activities include three of my passions; camping with my kids and our friends, paddle boarding and eating Mexican food! I have even been able to go out and dance the night away with my wonderful friends. I will leave you with some pictures of the fun we have had so far this summer.
Love Jen
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| Me with my son Greyson, my nephew Eli and my daughter Ella at White Pines Beach |
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| Paddling with my friend Jay and our kids at Osoyoos Lake at the beginning of July |
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| A family portrait, by Jacqueline Dance Photography, at Rolley Lake |
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| A group of me and my friends before a night of dancing |
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| Me reading the kids a bedtime story at Hicks Lake |
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| Daryl and Ella out fishing in the kayak at Hicks Lake |
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| After a great paddle across Hicks Lake with Daryl and the kids |
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| At White Pines Beach with my parents, my sister Katie, Greyson and my nephew Eli |
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| Paddle boarding with Laura and Jay at Rolley Lake |
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| Out for dinner and a walk with Carly, Sush and Silke |
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| Our family at Campbell Valley Park, by Melissa Anderson Photography |
Such a great family! You guys are surrounded by people who care so much about you. Keep enjoying the summer guys and thanks for the update. Whenever you are feeling up to another visit please let us know.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Brandon! And thanks again to Cheyenne who is such a great cook!
DeleteJen! Monica's mom here. I am so sorry to hear this news (how did I not know!?!?) but completely blown away by your spirit and determination. I know you say that you are well taken care of, but I would be most grateful if I can ever do anything to help. Gift cards, grocery shopping, whatever. May your health recover quickly. Love, the Whelton Family
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Lisa! We are well cared for so we really don't need anything but support and prayers. Your message means a lot to me and it's so nice to hear from you. XO
DeleteBtw, we know how busy you all are but the phone lines are always open.
ReplyDeleteTotally! Thank you again Brandon!
DeleteWe love you Jen, Daryl, Ella and Greyson...keep on with the great adventures...absolutely amazing family and friends...nothing but positive thoughts from the Chadwick family! ❤️
ReplyDeleteThank you Chadwicks! We love you guys so much!! Your support has been amazing!! Everything from messages and phone calls to a mobile spa, visits and taking care of our kids. Have I mentioned you guys are amazing?? XOXO
DeleteDear Jen;
ReplyDeleteThank you for the update. The pictures are beautiful and it is obvious that you are surrounded by love. May you continue to receive the strength and whatever else that you need as you continue on this journey.
Love and prayers,
Tanya
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