Author Archives: Leilani

Hello all…back from Vegas and totally rejuvenated!  Had blood work done today with all the sweet ladies at St. Luke’s lab.  Came back a “go” for tomorrows chemo.  Had an  appt. with Dr. Arun and her wonderful staff at MD … Continue reading →

Just wanted to tell everyone that there will not be a Monday Update this coming Monday.  Bill and I leave for Vegas tomorrow morning and will not be back until Wednesday.  As we were packing today our paint horse Bud … Continue reading →

Just a quick update.  Daisy, one of Dr. Bevers nurses, called me yesterday to tell me even though my platelets were low my CA 125 was outstanding,  less than 1.  Needless to say that really raised mty spirits.  So look … Continue reading →

Hi everyone, Went for my pre-chemo appt. yesterday and my blood work came back not so good.  All fine except the platelet count (PLT CT).  It has to be at least 100 and mine was 93.  Don’t quote me…but something like … Continue reading →

I would like to thank everyone for all the wonderful birthday wishes.  It is amazing how many of you remembered.  I know that Facebook helped a little bit but it’s the thought that counts.  Love back to you all.  I … Continue reading →

I know we all have our favorite things to eat.  But Bill and I have run into something that is not only good for you but easy to make.  Salmon patties.  But not just normal salmon patties.  The HEB store … Continue reading →

Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome Education Conference Saturday, February 4, 2012 9:00 AM-3:00 PM For Info please cal 713-745-7391 or go to ccg@mdanderson.org   If you are an Ovarian Cancer survivor there is a program you might be interested … Continue reading →

Lani and I had a wonderful visit with the great staff at MD Anderson today.  Amanda Brandt (Genetic Counselor) and Dr. Karen Lu guided us through our next steps to understanding and making decisions on our future with ovarian cancer.  … Continue reading →