Happy Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving everybody.  I wanted to wish all my family, friends and extended cyber-family the warmest of Thanksgiving wishes.  Although I can't imagine going through a more difficult year, I also can't imagine ever being more blessed by the support of my family, friends and strangers.  You have all really shown me what Thanksgiving is all about - I will never forget it.



Blessings to all, Robyn

Weekend Warrior

Not a good weekend.  Robyn was tired and in pain Saturday morning and feverish, tired and in pain again Sunday night.  It didn't even look like we were going to make our 9:00 AM UT Southwestern Pain Management appointment.  I even remember hearing "don't you think I need to go to the hospital?" in the middle of the night.  But the fighting spirit kicked in, we got dressed and made the early appointment out in Dallas.  In the end, the doctor didn't really offer any new options to help with the pain - but that just seemed to make Robyn more determined.  Even as we entered the building, Robyn said "no matter what, after this appointment, it's butt kicking time."  So even if it got her down a little on the weekend, she still came out fighting.

I'd like to say thank you to everybody that has helped us along the way.  It really has made a big difference in Robyn's outlook, energy and determination.  Today, special thanks go out to Jennifer at Arlington Memorial who has made special arrangements to stay late and come in early to help Robyn with her lymphedema.

Craig 

Grounded

There has been a change of plans.  One of my doctors strongly advised me not to fly on a plane, as it would be very damaging to my immune system and would also dramatically intensify my pain level as well make my breathing more difficult than it already is.  However, we have been in contact with the doctor in Sacramento, and he has agreed to send all of the equipment that I would need and he will train me on how to use it via the phone and e-mail. 
I must say that I am quite happy with the way that things turned out, as I was not comfortable with leaving my family for an entire week!  I would never make it in a job that required a lot of traveling, lol.

Love,

Robyn

Sacremento Bound

I'm actually looking forward to seeing a doctor; a doctor in Sacremento that is! I'm hoping to be in Sacremento for a week this coming Monday. The bad days are outweighing the good, and I'm hoping this doctor can give me some relief.

Love,
Robyn

Bless My Online Friends

Thank you all for your continued prayers and support.

Love,

Robyn

Love lives here in my heart.

A Flower for You

As you know, my brother and sister are here visiting.  We all went out to breakfast this morning and had a wonderful time.  I am truly grateful for the time I get to spend with them.

My sister gave me a gift of money, which she presented in a very unique and fun way that I would like to share with you.  It was an origami flower.  I thought this was so fun, it prompted me to go on-line to see other craft projects.  It was a great way to give a gift.  Check out the website - http://www.homemade-gifts-made-easy.com/origami-money-flowers.html

Love,

Robyn

Love lives here in my heart

Spider Man

Last night was rough.  After a few hours of intense pain and quite a few different painkillers, Robyn was finally able to put herself to sleep while humming the theme to Spiderman.  At first, I thought maybe she had lost her mind, but as I heard the repetitive humming go on, I knew she had just found a way to work through the pain and keep fighting.

Robyn is looking forward to her sister and brother visiting from out of state.  They are both coming in tomorrow.  It will be the first time they are all together in quite some time.  She is hoping to be able to spend some pain-free time with them.  She promises me that I won't hear Spiderman again tonight. Even if I do, that's okay, I think it made us both feel better. 


Craig (Robyn's husband)

Much Better Day

Robyn is so much better today! It was the demerol they put her on causing her to feel so ill yesterday. We are now in a waiting game again for Boston the doctor up there was not in today so hopefully there will be some news tomorrow.
Have a great evening everyone
With love
Robyn's friend♥

Tough Day

Today has been a  hard one for Robyn. I did not get to talk to her until quite late in the day.  She is very tired needs lots of prayers to lift her up!! Please send her lots of love and prayer tonight.

With love
Robyn's friend ♥