If Dana Farber’s infusion schedule hadn’t changed, I’d be hooked up to the chemo infuser at this moment. They switched the day to Thursday, so I have a two-day vacation. I’m wondering what the cumulative effects of chemo will be. I feel good but not nearly as physically strong as I felt before treatment one. I’m not concerned, more curious. Whatever it will be, I’ll take it a day at a time and work my way through it. My guess is that I’ll sleep more. I understand how to use the meds and the flow of the twenty-one day cycle. In a couple of weeks, I’ll be more than half way through chemotherapy.
Spent most of the morning and some of the afternoon documenting A&D’s General Ledger Rollover procedures. My head is clear and I felt in full control of the task. I did the rollover as I documented it. My surprise is how much the concentration took out of me physically. The lunch break really helped get me revved up again. This is a lesson in managing my energy level. I am pleased how concentration trumped fatigue this morning. And I’m pleased how my mind and body bounced back after lunch. It feels wonderful to be productive. It also feels like a nap is in order.
Had another great night’s sleep last night. The whole process of the treatments involves learning to make adjustments. I have a new body and the mind/body communication is a foreign language. Understanding that conventional reactions are no longer appropriate, I explore new ways. With the second chemo treatment, I’m sailing more familiar waters, but the weather is unpredictable! Bring It On!
Love…
Richard
I firmly believe it was my attitude that took me sailing through my chemo and radiation. Don't lose that! And most important ~ everyone's body reacts differently... don't listen to everyone's war stories! (including mine)....I am always available to chit chat.
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Thanks, Laura. I have so much to be grateful for in my life. I have an excellent prognosis. So to chemo & radiation, I say Bring It On! I know it won't be easy, but there is balance in all things.
ReplyDeleteHey, cupcake. My money's on you in Round 2. I send you my love and my very best good, strong wishes. Knock 'em dead.
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