Hi from madubois63

[madubois63]

I am already being kicked off the computer, so I have to make this quick. I am truly sorry I haven't posted in such a long time, but I was really sick (not cancer) and then I got depressed (winter blues/cancer stress) and then I got bombarded with taxes (besides my own, I do my moms and the kids), then there was my daughter's college applications and visits, financial aid stuff and scholarships. My son is transferring and there was tons of stuff to do there. And of course this is all besides my own bills and medical stuff. Anyway I am in the middle of restaging. I've had a brain MRI, echo cardiogram and a MUGA. I still have to get a PET/CAT and a bone scan. I don't have any results yet, but hopefully I can claim NED once again. My liver is getting better everyday. The feratin test was over 21,000 in the spring when I was in liver failure. I've been getting phlebotomy almost every week since, taking steroids and have reduced my iron intake. They origianlly told me it might take a year and a half to two years to get it back to normal. At last check I am down to 4,000. It's still very high (they want me somewhere around 100), but it's been less than a year and we are all very happy with my progress. The steroids have been reduced to 15 mg a day (I started at 170 mg).

I have a new motherboard for the computer on order and hope to be back on line without being rushed very soon. Love you all - think of you often and feel very guitly for not posting sooner!!!

[chrisy]

Maryann,

How dare your computer mess up! Cancer knows better than to mess with you, it's time to put that motherboard on notice too. You got so much going on girl, I don't know how anybody could possibly keep up with you!

But I know where you can get a pedometer...

Glad to hear you're feeling better and continuing to overcome all that stuff.

Take care!

[StephN]

Thanks for giving us a "shout." Yes, Dear Maryann you always have much to be responsible for and that is actually one big reason WHY we worry about you.

Just knowing you are living large and that the healing is happening at the same time gives inspiration to many.

Big hugs coming your way.

[WomanofSteel]

Glad to hear all is well. I figured it would be. I know you are a busy gal and as I just started the college hunt with my daughter I don't envy you. It is not something I am looking forward to doing, but a necessary evil LOL. Good luck in you search and stay well.

[RhondaH]

AND you look GREAT!!!! Take care and God bless.

[Jackie07]

Agree, that is one charming picture you got there.

And I love the statement: "My liver is getting better everyday."

Hope your computer will 'recover' soon so we can hear (read) from you more often.

[sassy]

Maryann,

What a wonderful picture! You look like your liver is getting better every day!

Going through the college app and scholarship thing too. We should earn a degree just getting our kids to college!

Take care and good luck with all your tasks.

[Jean]

Maryann,
Reading your posts always make me smile and let out a wow....you sure are one busy lady. Happy to read your great updated news.

Thank goodness the college years go fast, it may not seem like it right now, but trust me before you know it
your daughter will be graduating. For some reason I found the 4 yrs. of college goes so much faster than the 4 yrs. of H.S.

Taxes...ugh, I have not even started dealing with them yet.

Take Care,
Best Wishes,
Jean

[harrie]

MA....
You sure do sound the same....busy, busy busy!!!
Love your new pic!
Good to hear from you too.
MA

[sarah]

Thanks for the update, I know we all love to read your posts.
As usual, you seem to be overwhelmed with things. Sorry you've had the blues but with so many stressful things to do and the fact it's gloomy winter time, it's to be expected.
Take a deep breath and tell your kids it's time for them to look after you.
hugs and love
sarah

[schoolteacher]

Maryann,

Glad to hear from you. I ask Stephanie Friday if she had heard from you.

Amelia

[Soccermom]

Maryanne,
Spring is going to be sprung here shortly...I promise it will banish those blues!
Good to see you and LOVE the picture!
Marcia

[Shobha]

Wow Maryann! Just reading your profile, I can tell how brave and strong you are...to carry on your resposibilities in spite of your health is just amazing. I am sure there is no motivation greater than your children! May God bless you and take you to NED status quickly!

[tricia keegan]

Love the new pic Maryanne, you look fantastic!
Good to hear you're busy but keeping well:)

[Paty]

Hi sweetie,

You look amazing!! Great to hear once again from you.

Paty

[ElaineM]

It is really great to hear from you !!

[madubois63]

Got the brain MRI and echo cardiogram results yesterday. I love having an empty head and all is good with my heart!!! The only thing is a sinus infection, but that is no biggie - yeah! Now I have to do the bone and PET scans...

[Ellie F]

Just brilliant! What else can I say. love Ellie

[Lien]

Great news.

So when do you breathe? Or sleep?

Love

Jacqueline

[harrie]

Hurray Maryann!!!! Outstanding news!! Now you can enjoy filling that head and heart of yours with peace, love and much gratitude!!

[sarah]

Yippeeeeee! waiting for more good news from you
hugs and love
sarah

[Bill]

Hello Madame! It's good to hear from you. Thanks for sharing the good news. That's a really nice new avatar you have there, but I already miss seeing the sausages, too. Maybe it's just a guy thing, but could you please stand next to a rack of barbecued ribs in your next avatar pic, that way we've got the best of both worlds. Hang in there, spring is right around the corner!

[jones7676]

Great News and you look wonderful!

[Patb]

Great news and you are looking great.
patb

[Joan M]

Maryanne,

Wonderful news about he MRI and echo. It seems that you are on the mend with your liver too.

Joan

[Believe51]

Hey Stranger, I missed you. Wanted to let you know I am saying my 'NED' prayers for you right now. Also, your new picture is simply marvelous!! Sending lots of love to you, Maryanne.>>Believe51