So Much To Process Today is a hard day. Some very bitter information to swallow. We are going to move forward with determination. My husband, as ever, shows his spirit even as weak as he is, telling his doctor he will do whatever he can do because he wants to live. Hearing that quiet, plaintive […]
Fear Becomes Reality
Six Months Post Op We reached six months post op a few days ago. I think today is actually 183 days post esophagectomy. I had a bit of a delay in writing this one because we were experiencing a bit of uncertainty. Despite my desire to tell you that everything is glorious, I cannot. As […]
Esophageal Cancer Awareness
April = Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month A lot of pictures/info graphics below. Ever since my husband was diagnosed with Esophageal cancer life has been a whirlwind journey and roller coaster. While he refuses to join social media, it has been my largest source of support. In joining with the other warriors and caregivers of this […]
Wonderful News
Amazing 4 Months 120 days post op is no small feat! Over the last four months I have felt myself cringing and worrying over every little thing and nuance as I watched my husband go through the healing process. He still has healing to do, but I could not be more grateful for where he […]
Not Terrible Days
75 Days Post Op This will be a relatively short post. Two reasons why: He is doing fairly well, and I nearly forgot to post. Since the last post, he has seen his surgeon for the swallowing problems. He went in for a dilation and was immediately eating better. At the time of endoscopy, which […]