Wednesday, August 24, 2011

Houston bound again...

I just got the return call from Houston scheduling my appointment for Sept 12 with a Dr. Chang. I've sent messages to Dr. L & Dr. K for check-ups as well. That way we'll get more doctors for our time.

Now the issue is figuring out the most cost effective way to travel. Flights on Expedia range from about $375 per person round-trip plus car rental and hotel. Driving takes 19 hours or so & at least $300 of gas plus hotel, not to mention that we don't have a reliable vehicle to drive 900 miles.

If anyone has any bright ideas, PLEASE let me know! :-)

2 comments:

  1. Will pray for a solution, Erika! I know this is so hard. Try the website for the Donna Deegan Foundation. I don't know, but they may only give financial scholarships for the Jacksonville area....but they may be able to refer you to one in your area! It certainly wouldn't hurt to look into it. And if there is money out there to assist you guys with this trip....why not take advantage of it.
    Incidentally, have I told you lately how much I admire you? You're one of the bravest people I know!

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  2. Nancy you are way too kind! I will check the program you mentioned. Thank you!! I hope things are good with you!! :-)

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My Chemo-Jane hair-style

My Chemo-Jane hair-style
I just had to have my mom buzz my hair because it was falling out so badly.

Pre-op wearing my hand-crocheted cap with my prayer shawl.

Pre-op wearing my hand-crocheted cap with my prayer shawl.
My loving husband is watching me distract myself with a game on his iPhone.

2 days after my BMX w/ 100ccs in the TEs

2 days after my BMX w/ 100ccs in the TEs
I even have a fashionable belt to hold up my drains.

3 weeks post-op w/ 400ccs in each TE

3 weeks post-op w/ 400ccs in each TE
The smile is fake because the TEs were irritating!