2/28/21

Today is Sunday and I'm at my computer.  Brain is still foggy, but I can do this.  My last post was via me talking into my phone and that was a struggle.  David will say something like "Honey, if you're up to it, you might want to update your blog.  But, only if you're up to it."  He says this very sweetly.  Translation:  'My phone is blowing up.  Let people know how you're doing asap'.  Wednesday was manageable.  Thursday was Hell.  Friday was Hell.  Saturday was manageable.  And now, I see a light at the end of the tunnel.  I read the comments some people left for me and they made me smile.  So, thank you.  It's heartwarming to know that people are following my progress and take the time to send words of encouragement.  The chemo really did a number on my body this time and I'm truly dreading my next treatment.  The Red Devil is living up to it's name.  I have an appointment with my oncologist on the 5th, and after she sees my bloodwork, she'll decide if I can endure another dose the following week.  Pray for good counts so that I can get this over with.  I thought I was ready for this second treatment, but I underestimated the severity of my potential symptoms.  I will not make that mistake again.  I need to be more mentally prepared next time.  

The hair all over my body is falling out.  I'm a walking, shedding machine.  However, I'm going to register a complaint here.  And it's valid.  With all this hair falling out, why in the bloody Hell, am I still having to pluck my eyebrows!?!  Geez.  Totally not fair.

Good news for everyone out on the roads near me.  I am not going to drive.  I have a physical therapy appointment tomorrow and will ask David to take me.  My head still doesn't seem to belong to me yet and I'm in no position to get behind the wheel.  So, ya'll can rest easy.

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  1. Shelley RenakerMarch 2, 2021 at 3:15 PM

    ABSOLUTELY unfair that you are having to pluck your eyebrows! Geez! Can the woman get a break here? :o)
    Shelley R.

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