First Rough Week of Chemo

Last week was the first time the chemo really took its toll on Angela. She had been feeling really weak and nauseous up until Tuesday. We're talking "no drinking coffee in the same room because I don't like the way it smells" nauseous. However this morning I'm sitting on the couch enjoying a cup of coffee with Angela (mines leaded ...hers unleaded). She is feeling better and stronger now.

While she hasn't discussed it much, I know the up coming MRI is weighing heavy on her mind. Please continue to lift her up in prayer as we approach Monday's MRI.

Next MRI .. on the 3rd

Angela completed her 4th session of Chemo today. It is currently being administered every other Wednesday. She is scheduled to have an MRI on March the 3rd. We'll know then if this stuff is working. Please pray for good news. Angela is still doing good. As I'm writing this in the kitchen she is visiting with friends. She continues to tolerate the chemo well.

The picture is from a few weeks ago. We watched a neighborhood Mardi Gras parade at my Aunt Lucy's house. Again thanks for your prayers and posts.

My Valentine!

My beautiful bride was my Valentine yesterday. I talked her into going out on a date to Thai Kitchen. The company and food were both exceptional. We really enjoyed ourselves.

Angela continues to improve mentally, physically and spiritually. Your prayers are working! We're touched to know so many of you are praying for us. Everyday someone tells us how Angela was lifted up in prayer by their child, a friend, family member or in church. Again it is hard to express what this truly means to us. THANKS!

Progress Note for Lowry

We just finished watching Monster-in-Law (it was tolerable - where's Rambo or Maximus Orellius when you need him) while Angela received her chemo. She is napping right now waiting for the bag to finish dripping. I thought I would take a moment and give Lowry (Angela's college roommate) the progress update she requested. Her blood work came back great today. She has already tapered off one seizure med and is tapering off of her steroid this week. Initially she was taking enough pills to make a movie star blush. No more headaches and increased mobility. This typically indicates the tumor is stable or shrinking. We'll know in a few weeks when Dr. Stagg orders her next MRI. She is tolerating the chemo exceptionally well. We are scheduled to go back to Duke March 31st. Until then she will continue to receive chemo intravenously every other week.

WOW!!!!

Joey & I visited with Angela, David and the little ones tonight for Angela's weekly manicure. I must say that I loved what I saw. Angela's mobility is truly remarkable. Her left arm appears to be as strong and her right. She is walking without her cane......that is right, I said WITHOUT!!!!! David had to put his shoes on because Angela was stepping on his feet as she was moving around the house so fast. Not only does David have to watch out for the kids as they run around he now has to watch out for his precious wife.............and I really doubt that you'll hear any complaints from him. It's business as usual in the Fluker house today!
She has her next Chemo treatment tomorrow (Wednesday) so please remember her in your thoughts and prayers in a special way during the day.
By the way, Angela & David have asked me to bring my camera next time I visit so we can put some updated pictures on the site. So be on the look out for those in the next week or so.
Again, thanks to all of you for your prayers, phone calls, visits, posts and delicious meals. There are no words to tell all of you how much you are appreciated.

God Bless Angela, David, Alex, Christian & Katherine!

A Great Week

For lack of better words, Angela's "quality of life" has been on the upswing for the last several weeks. The last several mornings Angela has got up and made me a cup of coffee and cooked me and the boys some biscuits. While making me a cup of coffee and breakfast in the morning may seem more like a "quality of life" improvement on my part, it has added a big smile to my beautiful brides face and a feeling somewhat reminiscent of better days. Her motor skills and mental state continue to improve.

THANKS to all our family and friends who continue to support and pray for us. Angela has gained four pounds. We're talking about a dietician here. Translation - All of your home cooked meals have been great!