July 5 update

Hi everybody. My apologies for not getting this update sooner, but actually that is a good sign -haven't slowed down long enough to type!

The second chemo was much easier than the first because I only received the two chemo drugs, Abraxane and the Carboplatin, along with antinausea stuff - only about a 2 hour procedure. The room wasn't crowded this time so I had plenty of space to do my Optimist work. Last Wednesday, my sister Barbara came in from PA and we had a great visit - the most relaxed time we've had for a long time. We shopped for wigs, went to chemo where she was able to meet Dr. Calvo and my nurses, then Saturday spent the day in Piqua seeing our old house and having dinner with our cousins and good friends.

The Fourth of July was "normal" - Americana race, Root Beer stand, cookout with good friends, etc. I missed going to the Optimist International Convention in Montreal and sincerely appreciate the people who stepped in to do my duties - Deanda Mills, Doug Fritz, Bob Moore and the rest of the Ohio contingent. My Activities Committee leaders, Stephanie and Danielle, were wonderful and understanding to get my responsibilities covered, also. I plan to have the chance to repay this help at future Optimist Conventions. Next year is Dallas/Fort Worth.

The cards, notes and other well wishes are wonderful. All have been so encouraging and more helpful than you can imagine.

Thanks so much and see you soon,
Margaret