May 8, 2022 Update - DAY 4

 I Really Do Get By With A Little Help From My Friends


If you are asking yourself, "what's with the picture?", again you may need to catch up on some 80's/90's pop culture.

When we chose the name of the blog, we did so knowing the this was not going to be a solo journey.  Like most things in life, the better your support team, network or cheer squad, the better your chances of success.  From the logistics and "concrete" end of things to the emotional and morale boosting side, your team takes things off your plate so you can focus on what the priority is.  When you are at your lowest point, feeling like you can't go on, your team is there to lift you up and give you energy and inspiration when you had nothing left.

We knew that. It only made sense.  But we never truly understood or grasped the concept in it's entirety or magnitude.  Until we experienced it.

On any journey like this, Jackie is going to have highs and lows, good days and not so good (rough) days.  We have already seen first hand the support that is there from Jackie's team.  Often it is not the grandiose gestures that have the most profound effect, it is the small, sometimes minute ones that seem insignificant that impact more than anyone would imagine. 

Jackie had the pleasure of seeing her colleagues outside her window on Friday

Jackie and Joanne playing crib

We have many, many more examples of these small gestures and the folks behind them, but like Jackie's journey, this blog is not a sprint but a marathon.  I will be adding pictures and more stories as we go.

On a side note...If you are leaving a note or comment on a post, please let us know who you are if that is ok.  We have received some amazing comments but have now idea who you are.  - thx!

Jackie has steadily been feeling better the past few days.  Her care team has been able to get relieve many of her symptoms.  Her nausea has passed and she has been maintaining a normal temperature.  We are hoping the immediate treatment symptoms are over and are getting ready for the after effects from the chemo.  Jackie has already been experiencing decreased saliva production.  This will manifest in a sore throat, dry mouth, difficulty swallowing and eventually lead to multiple sores in her mouth and throat.  We have be told to expect this as well as some other issues to peak around DAY 14.


Question: Who has two thumbs and loves all of her family, friends, colleagues and acquaintances?


This gal.


Thanks for reading

Mike

Comments

  1. AnonymousMay 8, 2022 at 12:14 PM

    Thanks for pics and updates Mike!
    You’re both strong and going through this difficult time just in different ways.
    Keep up the great spirits! ☺️
    Marilyn & Don

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  2. AnonymousMay 8, 2022 at 1:37 PM

    Oh my precious friend and sister. Wow. Your attitude. Your smile in adversity regardless of the possibilities. Your get up and keep moving forward philosophy is a testament to your strength and strong character. I am so proud of you and who you are.
    Praying continued strength for you and wisdom for your medical team.
    May your support team and Mike be continued to be renewed in their strength as well during your journey.
    GO TEAM JACKIE!!!
    Love always,
    Kathy
    P. S. Happy Mother's Day.

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  3. AnonymousMay 8, 2022 at 10:33 PM

    Thanks for the update. Happy mother's Day! Keep up the awesome. 😎

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    1. Ben NanningaMay 8, 2022 at 10:34 PM

      Thanks for the update. Happy mother's Day! Keep up the awesome. 😎

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    2. AnonymousMay 16, 2022 at 8:38 PM

      Wishing you all the best.I know of a successful transplant and the lady is doing great, her match was her brother
      Saying prayers and best wishes. I am Uncle Verns sister. Iris.Aunty Marg forwarded your blog to me. Iris knew your Dad as a young man.

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  4. YitzikMay 9, 2022 at 4:51 AM

    👍👍

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  5. SharidactylMay 9, 2022 at 6:40 AM

    ❤️❤️❤️

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  6. AnonymousMay 9, 2022 at 7:36 AM

    Thanks for the update! Stay positive, stay strong girl!

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  7. LenellMay 9, 2022 at 9:31 AM

    Although we appreciate your honesty in posting the good and the bad, it has been great to see you sitting up and smiling! Sending strength for a continued recovery.

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  8. AnonymousMay 9, 2022 at 4:20 PM

    So happy to hear the updates & see Jackie’s smiling face! You both are an inspiration!
    Trish

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  9. AnonymousMay 9, 2022 at 10:18 PM

    Thanks to those amazing colleagues who express our wishes as team Kohut crew!!! Aka team Jackie. ♥️Always- CM

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