This is a “wet noodle” day for sure. No al dente for me today. The nausea is well controlled with these $700 pills. Amazing isn’t it!!! And the bone pain that is a follow on to the Neulasta is coming on nicely. Tylenol is keeping it manageable at much less cost. And today my “sleeper helper” was off to the SPA for the day so I was lonesome in my bed wandering.
I had a trip planned to go to NYC next month. Not just any trip…an escorted couture fabric shopping trip. And I had invited my best friend from High School days to join me. Fast forward to Breast Cancer Dx: I would be flying on Day 3 post Chemo 2 treatment. I clearly see that there is no way I could manage the required level of activity after Chemo 2 since the effects of the drugs are escalating with each infusion. I had to send Carolyn a note that I am forced to stay on the tarmac for this trip. Maybe this sadness is contributing to the “wet noodle” effect. I will have to experience this trip vicariously through Carolyn and her daughter’s reports and pictures.
Our friend Katy is still in the hospital here at Baylor Plano. The stroke has taken a toll on both Ken and Katy. Ken is such an easy guest. We just wish we had Katy here too.
Cancer is the one disease or condition I have ever had that depressed my appetite!! I have to remember to eat. Dr suggests 6 small meals rather than the traditional 3 American meals. I’m having trouble getting 3 small meals. Then there is the 80 oz of fluids issue. I’m having to measure and log intake because I don’t like plain water, but need fluids to keep the chemo meds from collecting in the bladder and eroding the lining. So between the fluids and the meds I have quite a spreadsheet to keep track of it all.
I have a craving for cookies and pudding and soups. This may be the way I survive the treatment time. Several of you readers have sent notes asking what you can do. If you have cookies or pudding or soup to share, stop on by the house.
Your continued positive thoughts and prayers are appreciated.
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