Let's get the "downs" out of the way. Downer #1: Oh those pesky bone aches are back again! I'm taking Tylenol, but I do feel the aches this evening. I messed up on my timing of taking the pills and won't be able to take another dose until midnight. I'm expecting to be asleep by that time. If the aches get bad, I'm sure they will wake me up. Downer #2: I am so tired. I haven't had a good sleep in the last three days and am running low on energy. The steroids were probably the culprit there. In the afternoon, I dozed a bit in a chair when trying to read but should have just laid down for a solid nap. I'm definitely heading to bed early tonight. I have to get up early tomorrow for a wrestling tournament.
But the day brought some great "ups" too. This morning we had another one of our Women's Cancer Support group meetings. I always enjoy this time with my new lady friends. We had lots to praise about today. It was a good morning. Then, later in the afternoon, I met up with a small group of friends from work for happy hour. Of course, I was not partaking of any 'happy' beverages, but was content with my glass of water and my friends all around me. I really miss hanging out with them all and can't wait to get back to work and be part of the team again. Sounds like there is a lot going on. I need to hurry back!
And how is this last chemo round affecting me? Still no nausea - that's good news again. My tongue tingles and food is tasting funny or lifeless again. Nothing bad, just different. And as I mentioned above, I ache and I'm tired. Nothing new, and all pretty much expected. In a few days I'll be back up to feeling myself. At least I hope so, if I can keep from getting anemic.
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