A Room With A View

Hi again,

God bless the people who came before me and suggested a room with windows. We have a view of an active volcano that we can see from our windows and our rooftop patio. We’ve had a couple meals up there. We were also able to catch an amazing storm and lighting show last night, reminding us of our time in Texas. 

How am I doing?  I am ok. I’m now going through a week of Filgrastim injections. This will enable my body to up my white blood cell count before Stem Cell harvest next weekend. 

How’s Jeff doing?  Well, after he yelled louder than I’ve possibly ever heard him in my life “Oh my god HE CAUGHT IT!” Yesterday after the Jayden Daniels Hail Mary (iykyk) they didn’t kick us out, thankfully.  These walls are thin. I had to text our neighbors that we are okay - this is just American football. Then this morning during my nurse visit I had to explain my black eye. Somehow I got my phone mixed up in my sheets and it landed smack on my eye last night. I blame this injury on having to use the bathroom every hour at night. But no worries. Bruised or not, my eye is on the prize. 

We are so grateful to be here with others who have MS - people from all over the world ending up in the same place with the same goal. It’s been an unbelievable boost to have new friends in my corner. These people get me!  And in turn, of course I’ve got them. So, when you send me your messages of encouragement and support, know that they are being shared with others here. We all appreciate the love. 

Happy Halloween
Xoxo-
Bridget and Jeff 








 

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  1. Stephanie AllenOctober 28, 2024 at 3:17 PM

    🩷🩷🩷🩷

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  2. AnonymousOctober 28, 2024 at 3:22 PM

    Our thoughts are with you Bridget Tom and Joan Walsh🥰

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  3. AnonymousOctober 28, 2024 at 3:34 PM

    You and your group are amazing, keep up the great positive attitude! You've got this! Love the pictures. Love, Aunt Beth and Uncle Bruce

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  4. AnonymousOctober 28, 2024 at 5:45 PM

    Bridget, you've got this! I know it's easy to say, but you're so strong. ♥️

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  5. AnonymousOctober 28, 2024 at 5:57 PM

    Love Jeff’s scream and your eye stories. Wow great view. Glad you have warriors fighting with you. You are amazing. CJ

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  6. AnonymousOctober 28, 2024 at 6:35 PM

    I feel like I’m back in the olden days waiting for a letter the same way I wait for your blog post. I’m so glad you have that beautiful view and that you have Jeff’s shenanigans to keep your spirits up. I laughed out loud visualizing it!
    Please encourage your community to keep up the good fight and thank them for watching out for our girl, Bridge!
    Holly L

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  7. AnonymousOctober 28, 2024 at 7:48 PM

    You've got this!! ❤️

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  8. Mel & TarenOctober 28, 2024 at 10:20 PM

    Omg that scream and a black eye must look pretty suspicious 🤣

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  9. Heidi LOctober 29, 2024 at 12:45 PM

    Glad you’re doing well and getting settled in… love the photos of the volcano. It’s rainy and wet here in the Seattle area!

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  10. AnonymousNovember 3, 2024 at 9:37 AM

    I’m so glad you are able to connect with all the others there!! Keep on being strong!! Great view and great stories!
    Darlene Swanson

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