I wrote this tonight to a friend I’ve made along this path, who’s husband was 5 treatments behind my own. She messaged me and I absolutely understand the underlying tone, the reach out for help. It was me last week. Here was my reply: I think it’s the first week “treatments is over” crisis and … Continue reading Final Treatment, Adrenaline Let Down
What started out as a not so good week last week, ended with a turn around of attitude and spirit. I apologize for not posting updates on Kevin sooner. At first, I didn't post because Kevin was not doing so swell. After the side effects from chemo had passed, he didn't perk up like he … Continue reading 7/19-7/26: Radiation Treatments #20 – #25
https://www.facebook.com/kevin.cimoli/posts/1919837791369744 A package arrived when Kevin was at his lowest. It took me a few days to give it to him. He needed that boost and this absolutely boosted him! Bikers Against Bullies added Cimoli Strong to their ride shirts for this years Ride to the 78th! Kevin was so humbled and blown away by … Continue reading Support that turns the tide. . .
Talking to Cheyenne the other day about Kevin's cancer and it occurred to us that there is so much misunderstanding of this cancer. I am trying to be as vocal about this as possible because there are so many misconception with HPV cancer. Even Cheyenne and Shelby were afraid to ask, and thought that I … Continue reading How did he get this cancer? HPV and what you should know. . .
Realizing how hard caring for the one you love is. ESPECIALLY because the person I’m caring for always made sure I ATE! Shelley has been dropping off on Monday’s. I didn’t know I would need it but you definitely did. Now I’m realizing how much we did! At the final stage of treatment, finally humbled … Continue reading Letting others help you . . .
Today was #20, and 15 more radiation’s to go. Hard to give an update without getting emotional right now. I watch my husband and so many feelings stab my heart, while others swell it with pride. RELIEF: First and foremost, relief he is not in pain. As I type that, I debate putting the word … Continue reading Caretakers viewpoint . . .
Quick update! He did very well after this last chemo. The adjusted the medications and he did not get nausea like the first! He slept for 3 days straight but made it to his radiation appointments. Over the weekend he was able to stay awake longer and watch TV. That is a huge improvement because … Continue reading Quick Update . . .
Today is chemo treatment #2 of 3 planned. The drug used is Cisplatin. Last time, he got sick the same day. This round they have changed the anti nausea meds and I feel much more prepared and know what to look for. We are hopeful he wont get sick this time but need all the … Continue reading Chemo #2 today . . .
Since the 4th of July, its been a transition period. We went from recovering from the first chemo, to dealing with side effects of the radiation treatments. It seems like radiation #10, on the 5th, was the one that started the side effects. That day was an overall good day. Addison rode along for the … Continue reading Radiation effects . . .
Sorry this has taken a little more time. As I told a friend the other day, I feel like I’m swimming across a lake on my back, while trying to juggle bowling balls. 🏊♂️ 🤹♀️ 🎳 POSITIVE: I’ve always been great swimming on my back. I’ve actually helped two people in bad situations out of the … Continue reading Update . . . (6/27-7/4)
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