This morning I woke up to the sounds of birds chirping in my garden. I slept quite well last night compared to some other nights. I will take naps in the day to make up for whatever lack of sleep in the night.
Sunrise at 7:50am.
Yesterday 23rd March was my appointment date with the oncologist at the government hospital. Initially, we intended to call Grab to take us there but a close friend and her hubby offered to send hubby and I to the hospital. To avoid the early morning traffic congestion, our friend came to pick us up at about 7:10am. We reached early, so we needed to wait for the registration counter to open at 8am.
Since it was our first time, we needed to wait in turn to see the oncologist. The initial waiting time was almost 2 hours, but once we get to see the oncologist, things started moving fast. After they have gone through the results of various tests done on me at the private hospital, the doctor once again briefed me about the chemotherapy which will be similar to what I had for my 1st chemo. The doctor asked me about my 1st chemo and thank God, the date for the 2nd chemo at the government hospital was fixed without any delay.
After that for their record, I was sent to get a chest x-ray and an ECG test done. Then we waited for the nurse to give me the appointment card for the 2nd chemo. We then call our friend to pick us up from the hospital. Upon reaching home, we had time to cook our lunch.
And the Lord will guide you continually,
and satisfy you with all good things,
and keep you healthy too;
and you will be like a well-watered garden,
like an ever-flowing spring.
(Isaiah 58:11, The Living Bible-TLB)
Grasshopper clinging onto the ladies' finger plant in my garden. This shot was taken in 2021.
And because the king trusts in the Lord,
he will never stumble, never fall;
for he depends upon the steadfast love of the God
who is above all gods.
(Psalm 21:7, The Living Bible-TLB)
So kind of your friend for taking the effort to fetch you to the hospital. Hope everything goes smooth for you.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Nux. God bless this friend of mine.
DeleteI agree with NuxV that your friend is so kind and thoughtful to send you both there and pick you up. Thank you Nancy for updating us regularly. Please take good care! 💕
ReplyDeleteThank you, Mun.
DeleteI'm glad you have such nice friends to help you. All the best for your treatment.. Sending hugs and prayers, Valerie
ReplyDeleteThank you, Valerie for your hugs and prayers.
Delete...I hope all goes well with your treatment!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Tom.
DeleteIt's good to hear that the medical system is responding efficiently. Let's all hope for good results. Kudos to your friends for stepping up when needed - that's the mark of true friendship.
ReplyDeleteThank you, David. May God bless this friend of mine.
DeleteVery good of your friend.
ReplyDeleteYes, she is a very good friend.
DeleteI am glad to hear that things went smoothly in the government hospital. Awesome that you have some supportive friends and family for you there, Nancy. Finger crossed for your 2nd chemotherapy!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Angie.
DeleteDear Nancy:=) Your hospital visit and treatment seems to be in capable hands, and it was good of your friends to take you there. We are all rooting for you. :=)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful flower images, and the Grasshopper is fantastic.
All the best.
Thank you, Breathtaking.
DeleteGlad you have friends to help you. It's such a blessing. Glad you had a good visit at the hospital.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Gigi.
Delete'A friend in need is a friend indeed', as they say. Gorgeous sunrise and yellow flowers!
ReplyDeleteA good friend is a blessing. Thank you, Duta.
DeleteThis sounds very stressful. So nice you have friends driving you.
ReplyDeleteI wish you all the very best with the second chemo... hugs
Thank you, Iris for your hugs.
DeleteWhen is the second chemo, and will it be the same drugs? I'm glad you are able to get enough sleep!
ReplyDeleteIt will be the same drug and the 2nd chemo is on 29 March.
DeleteSo glad you were able to schedule your second chemo without delay. Hope it goes well!
ReplyDeleteThank you and yes, glad there was no delay.
DeleteBeautiful yellow flowers.
ReplyDeleteCoffee is on and stay safe.
Thank you, Dora.
DeleteI pray the treatment goes well and you get good sleep, it is very helpful and important.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Mimi.
DeleteEsperó que te encuentres mejor y pronto te cures. Me gustaron las flores. https://enamoradadelasletras.blogspot.com/
ReplyDeleteThank you, Citu.
DeleteGlad to hear the progress Nancy. Praying for your health.
ReplyDeleteWonderful pictures as usual
Thank you, Ashok.
DeleteI’ve always been amazed at the thoughtful friends and neighbors you have. They send you delish food even in normal circumstances. Love the sky and hibiscus shots. Wishing you good health.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Shiju. It is a blessings to have thoughtful friends and neighbours.
DeleteSame here. Not sleeping well but I do sleep during the day to make up for it. After all, nothng else to do, old retiree. I pray all goes well for you.
ReplyDeleteThank you, STP. Yes, nap to make up the loss of sleep at night.
DeleteWords fail me. I am so rooting for you through this tough time.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Stacy.
DeleteNancy, obey your doctors and everything will be fine, take care.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Norma.
DeleteNancy you are a very strong woman. I'll be praying for you my friend.
ReplyDeleteCruisin Paul
Thank you, Paul for your prayers.
DeleteSounds like you had a long wait but glad they are getting things moving for you, hope you continue to have better nights sleep.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Connie.
DeleteLovely of your friend to take you to the hospital and wait with you too.
ReplyDeleteAlways good to be on time also worth the wait to get your appointment.
Good luck with the 2nd round of chemo.
Love you hibiscus it's such a pretty flower. Interesting grasshopper and love the morning sunrise..take care.
Thank you, Margaret.
DeleteYou are very lucky to have such good friends. Take care be strong and you will be well again.
ReplyDeleteThank you, dear friend.
DeleteGood to have supportive friends around. Government hospital always need be early or long wait.
ReplyDeleteTrue. Need to get use to waiting.
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ReplyDeleteI am glad the treatment and appointments are being made, it is good to have good medical care and support from your friends. I love the hibiscus blooms and the cute grasshopper photo. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take good care of yourself and have a great new week!
Thank you, Eileen.
DeleteI am thinking of you, I know several people going through the same treatment as you (two are friends of my sons, so young - in their twenties). I am so glad for you that your condition was found early and treatment is going ahead so quickly. Blessings to you, I hope you feel strong and well. x (Betty)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Betty.
DeleteHola Nancy me alegra saber que el tratamiento avanza y seguro que todo sale bien. Mucha fuerza y todo mi cariño. Estar rodeada de personas maravillosas también ayuda. Besos.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Lola.
DeleteEspero que todo salga bien. Temando un beso y espetaras en mis oraciones.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Citu.
Deletei am grateful dear Nancy that your treatment process has been started eventually !
ReplyDeleteyou have kind friends indeed . waiting time is tiring always but as you sid everything went smooth and quick once started :)
God is kind and great ,hope with first episode you felt better !
Thank you, Baili. God is indeed good.
DeleteSo glad that you managed to schedule your second treatment without delay and I hope it goes well. It was really thoughtful of your friend to drive you to the hospital.
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Thank you, Julia.
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ReplyDeleteThank you, Teresa.
DeleteHi Nancy just saw your blog . I shall keep you in my prayers . Don’t worry
ReplyDeleteThank you, Shilpa for your prayers.
DeleteYou are still on the prayer list. I am thankful that your first appointment at the government hospital went well.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Yogi for your prayers.
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