4/30/09 From Myra: Chemo be gone!

Yesterday was my 8th and the final chemo treatment! I always believed in my spirit that after the breast surgery I was cancer-free. But, as chemo was ending yesterday I was having some type of anxieties. The nurses assured me that this type of feeling was normal. For 16 wks I was administered a cancer slayer cocktail...now what?? My spirit and my soul are rejoicing I just need to get my head to line up. I FEEL GREAT. I am in no ways afraid to celebrate.

When I arrived yesterday Joy said, "Your normal suite?" We laughed because as you know throughout my ENTIRE treatment I have always had one of the private rooms. Just worked out like that! I felt like royalty. And when the volunteers came around with offers of treats and drinks, they knew they could always count on Myra to say, yes please. LOL Please one day they brought me pizza!

During my exam with Dr. H I told him I have lots of questions about what happens next. He said I know you do, but hold off until the next visit (May 27th), and BRING ROBIN I know she will have a notebook full too! :)

I got so many hugs and kisses. It was bittersweet. They went on to tell me how they looked forward to my positive attitude each visit and waited to see what I’d wear!! I told them not to make me cry as we laughed out loud together.

Robin I am so grateful for all the loving support I received through this entire ordeal from so many and especially you. Through this journey I met those who did not have what I had, and that was so sad.

I have always enjoyed life, always tried to treat everyone right and to show myself friendly. I pray today I embrace that person even the more.

Love,
Myra

4/29/09 And there IS light at the end of the tunnel

Dear Friends and Family of Myra,

I am pleased to tell you that today marked the monumental end of Myra's chemotherapy treatments. She is a valiant, brave and courageous woman. She is a survivor. And she has inspired and blessed all of us through her journey. Though this journey is not over - today she is freed from 'chemo jail' and for that we will all raise our glasses and celebrate. Way to go Myra. WE LOVE YOU!

Robin

4/03/09 She's B-A-C-K!

Myra came back to work this week and all I can say is HALLELUJAH!! She looks sensational and has more energy than I do. This last half of chemo treatments is certainly easier than the first half but nonetheless we marvel at her attitude and mental fitness. And of course, she looks better than ever. See for yourself. 6 down, 2 to go!! Myra says she sees the light at the end of the tunnel.