365 Days With Bonnie

Tuesday, May 22, 2018

April 22, 2018

Tuesday

Chris and I took the 5 o'clock bust to Boston. He picked me up at 4 o'clock so we could run through Dunkin Donuts. Arrived in Boston a little after six. Lots of walking to get to the red line Three stops and we arrived at Mass General. Blood work done and ready for infusion. WAITED A LONG TIME!!!! Dr. Sullivan came in and told me that my liver count was elevated and that they were going to hold off with the infusion. Disappointed but knew that it was the right thing to do. Took my pill that I take everyday (it opens up the cells in my body to kills off the cancer that may be floating around. Off we went to catch the bus to go home

I have got to admit that it was fun being with my son and I actually enjoyed seeing some of the sights of Boston.

Went camping last weekend with friends. Good change and I continue to walk daily. I got up early and walk the beach alone... So peaceful and relaxing. Brought my camera! Still trying to focus with my right eye. Will take some practice and time!

Had my blood work done at the Clinic in Concord yesterday and I got a call from Boston today. Liver counts are much better. Head to Waltham Mass next Tuesday to drink two bottles of YUCKY stuff and then a cat scan of my neck, chest, abdomen and pelvis. Boston next Wednesday to see Dr.Sullivan to hear the results of the scan and then another infusion. I am a little nervous to hear the results. It has been a difficult couple of months but I continue to remain positive. It has been the cards, phone calls, visits and support from all of you that keep me going. THANK YOU SO MUCH

Walked 2 miles today and 2 miles yesterday with Christa.
I know I missed a few weeks of walking when I was so sick but will make them up.

Rock and Race

Lisa, Maya and Andy!

Hopes that I can run or walk it next year. Will stay in touch! xxoo

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A Note From Bonnie:

As many of you know, I was diagnosed with melanoma in November of 2010. They found traces of melanoma in two of my lymph nodes. I had the melanoma removed and during a year of treatment with interferon I came up with a bucket list of things I wanted to do in my life. One of these things was to walk 50 miles for Lend A Hand. I made a promise to myself that I was going to do it. This foundation does so many great things for people who are dealing with a cancer diagnosis. I had big plans to do my walk this year but my melanoma returned to my left lung and my brain. I had brain surgery a week after my diagnosis in September of 2017. I am now in treatments for my right lung. Since my brain surgery I lost partial vision in my right eye. I can no longer drive a vehicle which is discouraging for me. I also need a friend to walk or run by my side.

This January, my friend Christa and I did the Runner's Alley Winter Warrior Challenge for the second year in a row. We walked in sleet, blizzards, freezing temperatures and did at least 3 miles everyday for 31 days. It gave me a purpose to keep going and to remain positive. It got me off the couch and into the fresh air. It gave me a reason to get up every morning.

So on January 31, our last day of the challenge my friend said "I will walk by your side for 365 days if you would like to walk for Lend A Hand". So here we are... and so it begins!

A Note From Christa:

I have known Bonnie for 41 years. Since I was 2 years old. Bonnie is my mom's very best friend. To me, Bonnie is a great inspiration of hope and strength. I am honored to be able to walk beside Bonnie for 365 walks (and many many laughs). It makes me happy that I can help her achieve her goal of walking for Lend A Hand. I get to be her second set of eyes and I am honored.