Today was Hannah’s first chemo treatment. We could tell that she was a little nervous even though she didn’t want us to see it. She wasn’t concerned about the chemo itself. She was scared that it would hurt when they inserted the needle into her port. Even though mom put some numbing cream on it Hannah insited she could still feel it. So the nurse globbed some more cream on her and covered it with saran wrap. Hannah had to wait about two hours until she actually got the treatment. The nurses flushed her port and ran saline through it for about an hour. It was very uneventful, we just sat in the room and watched movies. The next treatment will be in a few weeks and she would have lost her hair by then so we are throwing her a hat party where everybody that comes has to bring a hat for Hannah. During the party we are going to shave her head before it starts falling out. That way it is her choice to lose her hair, not the chemo. We are hoping all of the “anti drugs” will alleviate the side affects. But we won’t know that for the next few days to a week. We will keep you updated and hopefully more often.
Nobody knew what to expect Friday night at the Dodger game. We were all (Hannah, Mom, Dad, Nana, Papa, Auntie Leah, Uncle Jordon and Grampa) supposed to be at the stadium at 4:30pm. But as usual, we were late half an hour. It took us an hour and a half to get to the stadium and it is only about 25 miles. Did I ever mention that I hate LA traffic? It doesn’t matter though, it was totally worth it.
When we got there we met with a stadium official who introduced Hannah to another breast cancer survivor that worked there. You never realize how many survivors there are until it affects you or a loved one.
Hannah was handed a bag that contained some pretty cool knick knacks including the “first Pitch” ball. Each of us were all given field passes so we could accompany Hannah on the field. Our tour guide made a pit stop into an office and came out with a pink bat from the mother’s day game! Even signed by some of the players. Hannah had a smile from ear to ear.
As we walked up the stairs to the field we all had butterflies (except for Hannah of course). That alone was an experience we will never forget. We got to walk on the dirt, feel the spongy grass and see the players and coaches up close. Hannah was given instructions on what was going to happen and where to be when everything started.
Hannah and mom were interviewed by a couple of reporters. And while Hannah was being interviewed, her favorite player Russell Martin walked up from behind her and gave her a hug! Hannah’s jaw about hit the floor!
After Hannah was all googoo gaga over Martin, it was time for the first pitch. There were actually three first pitches but we were told Hannah’s would be last and most important. We were fairly concerned that Hannah would not be able to throw hard or even make it to the catcher (which was Orlando Hudson). But she put all of our fears to rest after she threw a strike.
After that, we were led off of the field to our seats. On the way, people were cheering for Hannah, giving high fives and congratulating her. Even though we didn’t win Hannah said this will be an experience that she will never forget. Either will any of us. Thank you so very much to the Los Angeles Dodgers for giving Hannah this tremendous gift.
From Uncle Jordon,
I’m sure some of you heard about the pre-game honorable mention for Hannah at last night’s Dodger game, and I’m sure her parents will be posting details and pictures about it soon. But I just wanted to share with you all a piece of her experience as shown from last night’s KABC news segment following the game. If only all of you could have seen how excited she was!!
Surgery went very well today. It took a little longer than expected but that’s alright. The scans all came back clean and no lymph nodes were affected (pending final report). The original diagnosis of “Invasive ductal” was changed to “Invasive Secretory”. Which is really good news as secretory is easier to treat. Hannah is still in surgery having a “port” installed to be used to administer chemo, draw blood, etc… Hannah should be excited about that as she HATES needle pokes. I will post later as to how Hannah is doing and feeling.
Thank you all very much!!!!
J & C
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May 26, 2009 11:16 pm | 
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