Helllloooo from recovery,
My second Low-energy day in a row instructs me that my body is taking the lead here, and I am the observer, learner. Restless nights, fitful sleep which are normally shakeable, seem to be very hard to deal with. I have my whole routine geared toward even a decent night’s sleep;hoping I’m getting closer to it. And I know everyone has that feel with a little bit of energy, then we’re off to the races. So, overdoing it still REIGNS – and I have to remember and even re-learn that.
Some of the stranger recovery pieces are learning to do the low-residue- no fiber diets. This means no fresh fruit, raw or steamed veggies, all meats well-cooked, white flour, white rice, white bread, white tortillas, low-fiber cereals. My sister, Sarah, brought a number of cook-books, so we’re really working at it, Sarah, mostly. Besides doing my special diet, she prepares a great dinner for Clark, and herself. I’m also trying to get ready for Chemo cooking and just good solid anti-cancer changes. Luckily we have been doing healthy cooking for the most part. One of the big hospital jokes was that I was about the healthiest cancer patient they’d had for a while.
So, I’m going to have lunch, take a nap, and get some sunshine and walking. We have a small library of current books on ovarian cancer that Clark has ordered, so there is so much to learn. I hope by next week to have some more energy to respond to so many of your nice notes. Do know your prayers , energy and support hold me in healing.
Love Annie/Noel
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It is good to go on the link and see an entry from you. I can picture your smile as you are communicating with us all in the MOST positive way. The food thing does not sound all that fun..where does ice cream fit in? Give it a try as I think it might be fiber free? Good way to get some weight on before the next event. Am holding you in my thoughts these days and look forward to a time to see you in person.
In the meantime sounds like you have some great “helpers” that clearly love you..but then who doesn’t?
Margie
Greetings dear Ann and Clark! How wonderful to have this website for communication.
You’ve been in our hearts and prayers from day 1. We’ve appreciated Ellen’s updates but this will be an ever so modern way to communicate. Please know we’re sending lots of postive healing energy in your direction. And we know that you are surrounded by faith, love and expert medical care. May you experience blessings in your treatment and healing. We’ll keep in touch. Colleen
Today is Project Santa at school so the day is rather hectic, but we do remember you each day — especially when you or Clark update us. We remember you in prayer and hope you continue to grow strong in body and spirit. Peace, You Salesian Family
So many prayers are being said and sent your way and God must be hearing them as you are keeping your “smiling spirit” energized in your writings. Your required diet sounds miserable but milkshakes with whipped cream and a cherry on top now can be looked at as ” good for you” so go for it!!! When you are ready for girlfriend company, I’ll be there in a heartbeat to watch the Tennis Channel with you, including “bag-check” 🙂 I know you love that “Bullish Spaniard”, but hate to tell you this: “My Beloved”, aka Federer wiped up the court with him at the end of the year finals so you might want to give him a little more love! Speaking of love, thinking and praying for you everyday. Stay strong…xoSusie
Thanks for the wonderful updates. Sorry to hear that the food is so restricted, but I’m sure you will soon be cooking up a kitchen full of healthy cuisine soon. Rest up and know that you are constantly in our thoughts.
Jim and Jolanne
Hope you get back to full speed fast. How does Clark get dressed in the morning without you picking out his clothes?
Best regards,
Michael Slotterback & family
Noel, saw Susie Morlock today, and she shared a bit of your story with me. I will be keeping you in my prayers. Get well, wonderful lady.
Hey, Sweet Girl-
Yes, you are still our girl. How’s the weight and strength thing going? Have you done the smoothies with alot of protein powder? Hope the OKC nurse contingent e-mail gave you at least a couple of new ideas for your doctor’s visit.
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Hi Noel,
Missing you and your smiling face!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you –
Beth