Back to “Normal”

After the ER visit, surgery, and a few days at St Agnes Hospital, I’m almost back to my normal. That means the bacterial infection — which turned out to be Staphylococcus aureus — has cleared up. 

Yesterday was the first time I’ve seen the oncologist (Fresno) since I had the surgery to remove my abscess. He ran my bloodwork and checked the abscess and it’s healing. After all of that, he decided to wait another month before my next chemo infusion. There are a couple of reasons for this: Firstly, he wants my body to focus on healing the wound. Secondly, due to the wound, I am at much higher risk of secondary infections than I would be otherwise. So, he decided it would be best to wait on the chemo.  He wasn’t able to speak with Dr. Ganjoo at Stanford, but put in a call. He thinks she will agree. 

While we both agreed that the chemo is important and neither of us likes the idea of taking a month-long break, an infection would be very dangerous for me. All things considered, waiting is my best option. 
Of course, I got very excited by the idea of a four-week break and automatically started trying to plan at least a weekend getaway. Then, sadly, I was reminded that I still had the wound and it still needs to be cleaned, “packed” with sterile gauze and rebandaged twice a day. And the folks who do that (my mom and mother-in-law) would not be going on said trip with me. My travel dreams quickly crashed to a halt (boo!). So, I will be at home and healing during that time. If you’re looking for something to do, I would be happy to play Scrabble or Risk or some other board game, if you’re free. 😝

There’s not much else to report. As always, Jim and I both appreciate the support and prayers that are sent our way. Thank you!

Oh, there is some fun household news … Danial — the student who’s lived in our mother-in-law quarters for two years — got a new roommate two weeks ago. Melki is from Sweden, is a computer science major, and plays football for Reedley College.  I don’t have a good pic with him yet, but Danial and Jim went to the intra-squad scrimmage last week …




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  1. AnonymousAugust 24, 2024 at 5:47 PM

    Prayers continue! Hugs! Maari

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    1. AnonymousAugust 24, 2024 at 6:05 PM

      So glad you get a break from treatment but yes that wounds needs healing time. We will pray that Gods will touch that wound. I love your positive attitude as always however it is okay to scream and stomp your foot at times. May God bless and keep you in his care. Love you 🌷🌷🌷

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    2. AnonymousAugust 24, 2024 at 9:20 PM

      Praying for you Kristi! So amazed at your journey and attitude in all of this! God bless!

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  2. AnonymousAugust 24, 2024 at 5:48 PM

    I used to love to play risk. We would get so excited we would be standing up around the table and yelling and then we would start singing. Don’t cry for me Argentina when we would get Argentina. I haven’t played it in 30 years. I do not enjoy scrabble because I don’t wanna bother learning Words that I only need for scrabble Can you believe it? I hope you find some people to play with and that you can relax and do some things that you enjoy even if you have to stay near home. Janet Z

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  3. AnonymousAugust 24, 2024 at 5:48 PM

    So happy to hear you have a short break from chemo. I know it’s hard on you. Keep pushing forward and thank you for the updates! 🙏🏼💖

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  4. Mary ClementAugust 24, 2024 at 6:20 PM

    Glad to hear your wound is healing well and you're getting a break from chemo. Maybe a quick jaunt to Woodward Park, Japanese Gardens would be doable, haven't been there for years but always enjoyed, maybe a little picnic and a nice wine🍷...😊 Prayers and love 🙏❤️

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  5. AnonymousAugust 24, 2024 at 7:52 PM

    Thinking of you. Hugs and prayers

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  6. AnonymousAugust 24, 2024 at 9:19 PM

    Praying for you Kristi 💕🙏🏻

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  7. AnonymousAugust 26, 2024 at 9:02 AM

    Daily prayers for you and your family.

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