I went in for labs today. My counts are low but I should be alright by the next treatment (next week). So I don't get to be totally carefree this weekend but that's ok. I didn't have big plans anyways.
I met a young man today that has the exact same situation I have. Well not entirely the same I'm sure but the one kidney thing and Ewings sarcoma. I was waiting for the nurse when I heard another nurse telling the family about me and how they had to meet me. She said zoo keeper and that is when I started listening in on the conversation. I remember this same nurse telling me there was a 19 year old with the same case and that I should meet him. I never did and he did something bad and is no longer at moffitt. I always wondered if I had met him, if I could have helped him through his tough times. So, I popped my head into the room and said hello. They took my email and asked a couple of questions. His name is Grant and he is 26 years old. I remember when Jeremy and I sat in that room and were blindsided by the treatment plan. I thought about what it would have done for us had someone with the same plan came into that room, being halfway done with treatments, so I could see what I had to look forward to...good or bad. I know I helped him and his family and that made me smile. I hope he has as easy a time with treatment as I have had. Otherwise, I'll feel like a liar.
Since I'm supposed to avoid crowds, I decided to go to the art room and paint. Apparently, I've become a 'regular' and they asked me to be in their new brochure. My face is going to be all over moffitt supporting the arts in medicine program. Pretty cool.
I met a young man today that has the exact same situation I have. Well not entirely the same I'm sure but the one kidney thing and Ewings sarcoma. I was waiting for the nurse when I heard another nurse telling the family about me and how they had to meet me. She said zoo keeper and that is when I started listening in on the conversation. I remember this same nurse telling me there was a 19 year old with the same case and that I should meet him. I never did and he did something bad and is no longer at moffitt. I always wondered if I had met him, if I could have helped him through his tough times. So, I popped my head into the room and said hello. They took my email and asked a couple of questions. His name is Grant and he is 26 years old. I remember when Jeremy and I sat in that room and were blindsided by the treatment plan. I thought about what it would have done for us had someone with the same plan came into that room, being halfway done with treatments, so I could see what I had to look forward to...good or bad. I know I helped him and his family and that made me smile. I hope he has as easy a time with treatment as I have had. Otherwise, I'll feel like a liar.
Since I'm supposed to avoid crowds, I decided to go to the art room and paint. Apparently, I've become a 'regular' and they asked me to be in their new brochure. My face is going to be all over moffitt supporting the arts in medicine program. Pretty cool.
this whole post made me smile! it was like a B12 shot.
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ReplyDeleteSo proud of you Megan
ReplyDeleteSee, this is what it is all about. Helping others through whatever terms are needed. You are an inspiration. I am sure your words to that young man made a difference to his day. Big or small. You are a rock star, and the impact you make on others lives is huge. Even if you don't realize it, it is there. You are a magnificent human being.
ReplyDeleteSo lets see, you have been on tv, now you are going to be in a brochure (I want a copy). You are famous! LOL.
Love you much!!!