Well, I had my second round of chemo. It went pretty much like the first. I felt good for a couple of days and then poof- someone came and stole all my energy. And I had that "great" taste in my mouth, could not get my throat cleared and had a queasy stomach. Yes, I would like some cheese with my whine. I know that they have made so many improvements in the drugs they give us that compared to even 5 years ago I have nothing to complain about. But, of course, I am. Hey, I have cancer - I can do that. Really, to only feel bad for a few days is nothing to complain about. I just hope that all my treatments are this easy. My cancer killers say it could be this way - others tell me it could get worse. At least I am still able to work on the days I feel good and they outnumber the bad ones. This time was especially good because one of my "daughters", Becky, came to visit. Walter cooked a fabulous meal - it was before the taste thing happened so I was able to enjoy it. It was so good to see her. She has become an amazing woman. Darya and the girls came in a day early for Thanksgiving so she could spend some time with Becky. That Monday Teresa and Kim came over. I stayed up as late as I could. When I went to bed all I could hear from the back porch was laughter. I am so grateful they have all remained friends over the years. I had a lot to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. I am alive and plan to be for a long time. I plan to dance at all of my granddaughters' weddings. That should be a feat with Salym - I will be REALLY OLD by then. But, that is my plan. I just hope it is God's also. So, in parting, be thankful for every day you have and always tell your family and friends that you love them. Remember, rule number 1 is don't sweat the small stuff, and rule number 2 is, it is all small stuff.
Only 6 more to go!!!!!!
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I stumbled on your blog this morning, and though I felt like I was peeking through someone's journal, I couldn't help but read it and the previous post. I feel for you!
ReplyDeleteIf you or someone you know can knit, check out the Get Well Gang's knitting patterns. In particular, the Gretchen Cap: If you don't know anyone who knits, let me know and I'll give it a shot. I'm new to knitting, but I may know enough to do it.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I'm following your blog, and thinking of you, my long time friend. You make bald look great...I share your sentiments about grey hair. If you have time to read, pick up "The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society" if you haven't already and it will transport you to another time. Love, hugs, prayers, and wishes for happy holidays.
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