1.25.23
We are into single digit chemo rounds!!! 😃 Things have been going pretty well! I don’t think I’ve had any new symptoms. I have noticed a little more with the bone pain. It runs up my spine, to my neck, and then in my hips. It’s not really painful. It is more of an achy feeling. I make sure to do my physical therapy to help with possible side effects AND I make sure to wear my ice packs while I’m getting my chemo. But on the bright side, I didn’t notice any pain in my hands during the second round. Prayers were definitely answered there!! ❤️
I brought the girls with to this round. I had labs yesterday so there wasn’t as long of a wait to start my chemo. However it wasn’t a free pass. They still had to do school. Although, I’m not sure how much school was actually done… haha!
So, I have some good news and some bad news. What do you all like getting first? The good news or the bad news? I’m going to give you the bad news first this time…
The bad news. I’m officially loosing my eyelashes… Pretty sure I have nothing left on the bottom and and I’m getting gaps in the top… My eye brows are starting to get spotty too… 😬
The good news you ask??? I still have some fuzz on the top of my head!! 🤣🤣🤣
This past weekend we were in Iowa for my niece’s 2nd birthday. It was a great time spent with family! And as much as I like traveling, I’m looking forward to a quieter at home weekend this weekend.
The older dad gets the more I see grandpa! (Had to throw in a fun picture from the party on Saturday.)
Don’t let that cute little face fool you… He has officially eaten a peanut butter and jelly sandwich crust, nutella toast, and a butter wrapper from the garbage. And today he got on the table and ate half a bagel with strawberry cream cheese while I was on my way to chemo!
You are a warrior!! Love these photos! ❤️ I know there are moments when the tears roll, but I pray God’s strength for each day. His mercies are new every morning… ❤️ The girls got a life lesson today, so nice they could go with you. ❤️
Thank you Kelly!
Yes I definitely have my moments but so thankful there are so many more good moments than bad ones!! ❤️
That was fun to be able to take the girls with you. And your little puppy is getting so big!
I’m glad you have a little fuzz on the top of your head and glad you are now in the single digits for treatments left. I hope neurothopy will not be a problem.”Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your steps.”
Ps. 37:5
Thank you Josie! ❤️
It’s nice to hit milestones- like single digit chemo rounds!
Single digits, yea! You’re holding up like a champ and looking great–what a beautiful smile. It’s the hard times that test your faith and character, well done Cassie. The little Hestekin “ladies” seem to be as resilient as their mom 🙂 Great pictures, as always Cassie. I got a big kick out of the photo comparison of your dad and grandpa. Little Tucker seems to be settling in just fine, he apparently likes sleeping on legs, ha! Puppies have the most expressive eyes, don’t they? Despite all evidence to the contrary they can manage to exude the essence of innocence.
I’m so happy that you seem to be avoiding most of the side effects. Praise God, that’s really good news too. Much love and many prayers…
Thank you Kim! Prayers are for sure being answered! ❤️
I’m pretty sure that pic of grandpa and grandma was taken the year we had Christmas at your place. Remember?
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Continued prayers!
❤️ Thank you Roxanne!
You are in my thoughts and prayers through out each day. Sometimes life is so hard and yet you are choosing to focus on the good. You are an inspiration to us all!
Thank you Claudia! Prayer is a powerful thing and I’ve been so blessed to have so many people lifting me in prayer. ❤️
YAY, so delighted that the single digits are here! Love your sense of humor too, and always enjoy the pics! You look beautiful! Glad you got to enjoy family time back home, they are the best but get some rest in there too girl! The girls are growing so much and Tucker! I just want to cuddle with him, I think our Copper and him would get along great! Unfortunately those puppy stages are trying at times.
Thank you for the courage to continue to post, bless you. Continue prayers for you and your family.
You got this!
Thank you Julie! ❤️ Life would be so boring without a sense of humor… although sometimes it can get me into trouble
I’m sure Tucker would love Copper! He can be such a little stinker and SO fast!! The other day he stole a peanut butter sandwich off of Easton’s plate it was in his mouth and down his throat before I could do a single thing!!! And the little turkey knows it! He takes off running when he has something he knows he shouldn’t Honestly I can’t help but laugh sometimes. ♀️
LOL, peanut butter is good for most dogs!