Good morning, I woke early today to try to finish up some things before I start treatment this morning. I read through all the resent postings and emails from all of you. You have no idea how much they mean to me. To be able to read them all, I draw new strength. I feel your compassion, that is such a pick me up! All any of us truly need is to love and feel loved. Please... Please know how much I love and cherish you all.
"Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the number of moments that take our breath away" I have had many moments that have taken my breathe away I am truly blessed because of all of you.

By now you have probably guessed I decided against another brain surgery at this time. Since there is a tumor on the right side and a concerning spot on the left. Ed and I talked out all our options we decided that a new chemo and clinical trial is our choice. I don't know how many more brain surgeries I want to experience. Also I feel that the treatments would be attacking all and any spots that may be in this noggin of mine. The new chemo treatment is Avastin which is given IV once every other week. Then the clinical trail is a daily pill to take at home. Most often seen side affects fatigue, high blood pressure, and kidney or liver problems ( that's terrible I don't remember if it is kidney or liver) oh well! This body has had so much poison what's a little more, if I can get another year of life. Actually it's amazing that I have had so much precious and amazing experiences since my diagnoses three years ago, and very little pain. If I haven't enjoyed every day, simple or amazing I am a fool. I also know how blessed I am to have worked at Mayo, they have allowed me to be off of work. There are no words to describe that blessing.

Well since my MRI on Monday I have tried to get things in order. I know once treatments starts I will be sleeping a lot. So the fridge is full, the laundry done, the house is clean I am ready for the next journey. By the way as I was finishing laundry today, I am reminded wthat a blessing! As some day I may not be able to do it, or do it with such ease. There are so many things we just take for granted.

Now for what I am so looking forward to. Holly, Steve and Soco will be here Wednesday night we will have a traditional Thanksgiving meal on Thursday. I am determined to make myself, Ed is a much better cook, but this is important to me. Maybe Holly and I can do it together (she is also a better cook then I). Drew and Keeley will be in Tomah with Keeley's side. We could wait until Friday to celebrate together, but that is moving day for Drew and Keeley. It is so exciting to be able to be a part of. ****By the way a BIG thanks to Jay, Linda, Dennis for once again selfless giving of their time. They spent many hours helping to stain, paint and Dennis installed the garage door opener at Drew and Keeley's new home.**** Once again what would we have done without you!!!!! :) Another moment that took my breathe away.

Well got to go, another day to enjoy awaits me................
Love, joy and peace to all
I love you so much!!!!!
God's blessing to all and if you watch carefully you will see so many today.
Sue