Thursday, March 23rd I had my third Zoladex shot and an Aredia treatment. My blood work looks fine and I had no major side effects from the shot. My tummy is a bit sore when I laugh or use my stomach muscles to do anything. I slept well last night after taking a sample of AmbienCR (6.25mg. tablet). I was only awakened once by Rachel telling me she had a bad dream. Prayer, a kiss and the start of Adventures in Odyssey quickly put both of us back to sleep. For years our family has listened nightly to Adventures in Odyssey.

My hot flashes have taken a break. I’m unsure whether the Zoladex is just beginning to wear off or the Remifemin is helping out, but I KNOW prayer works! This break from the “flashes” has left me able to sleep better without the need for nightly sleeping pills. I even took four nights off from the sleeping pills. As I said above, I did take AmbienCR last night. I figured I needed a good nights sleep and that this might keep my aching tummy from waking me up. It worked!

Yesterday, March 24, was so beautiful. Darren, J.D. and Matthew were outside putting out mulch. We do this every spring. It’s a lot of hard work but worth the effort when summer comes. This gives us more time for fun in the pool and less time pulling weeds. I use to help out but I don’t have enough energy. So I trimmed hair and watched over Hannah, Rachel and Zachary as they played.

Next week is Herceptin and I will see Melissa - Dr. Galleshaw’s Physicians Assistant. Darren or I will give you an update on how things go. Please be praying for the effectiveness of my current treatment plan and for sleep. It is hard being so worn out everyday. But with the help of family and friends we are all doing well. Praise God from whom all blessing flow, especially the blessing of family and friends.

Until next time, may God’s grace be with you all and may His peace fill your hearts and homes.