Maintenance chemo has started - and it went well,still a little nausea and discomfort but much more manageable. No news of any medical import - which is wonderful. I hope this continues for quite some time. I feel great and am exercising some, enjoying my painting, connecting with friends and gettimg so much positive encouragement from those around me, I have trouble realizing that this cancer is still in some control.
January has brought new re-connections and such warmth and love from old and new friends that I have hardly had a moment to be blue, scared, or to hide under a rock, as which my instincts often have leaned toward. I have heard from a few of you your own stories of cancer and survival. Your stories inspire me as I realize how many have walked this path. I have not written much, fortunately, there is not much to say that is new. I am going through the motions I am told to do and the Doctors are doing a great job... so I believe. The Maintenance dose of chemo was much less devastating and I made it through with a bit more energy. I have another one next Friday. Hopefully this will continue for awhile as the treatment continues to hold the cancer at bay.
In between treatments I feel great. John has kept me so busy that I hardly get a chance to feel sorry for myself - in truth, I feel like I won the lottery much of the time - he is so good to me. As he is still working, my weekdays can be spent catching up with friends, painting, reading... doing my own thing - but the weekends have been so full I am having wonderful experiences in Vermont, New York City, and about to head to San Diego. He is keeping me moving and engaged in the act of living every moment. I don't know if I can keep up this pace, but it is fun to try. I am ever amazed at his energy level.
In conclusion - I am a very lucky girl for a lot of reasons. I am proceeding as need be. If I don't write as much here, it's because ...
1, there's not much too add
2. I have been too busy!
3. I am feeling good.
It is NOT because things have taken a turn and I have decided to hide under that rock. So you won't worry, I will try to post something at least every other week. If you have unanswered questions - please feel free to call me. I'd love to hear from you.
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| John and I in Warren,VT Our room was decorated from Mad River Glen ski house It may be the closest I get to skiing, it was a real treat for my birthday! |
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