Round Two

Well, I made it through the second round of chemo. It was great to have my sisters arrive the day after and help out tremendously. I don't think I cooked or cleaned or washed a single dish while they were here. I was scolded for doing any work - and I thoroughly enjoyed the spoiling.

It was a bit rougher the second time around for some reason and I knew to be suspicious when I heard the words 'this should never happen again'. On post-chemo day 3, I began with fevers, chills and severe fatigue. Of course it was the weekend... I was able to get by on oral antibiotics and am feeling a bit better. I am not quite back to normal, but definitely better than 2 days ago.

This round of chemo is worse than I expected but I am still keeping my spirits up - or at least doing my best. I am still working - but less than my regular schedule. It helps keep me positive and helps the time go by faster. I would probably sit home and get depressed if I did not work - so work is definitely good for my spirits. I have access to great lunches at the hospital (my sisters can testify to that!) so that is always an added benefit. I bring leftovers from lunches brought in by vendors - so Steve does not miss out too much either :-).

Thanks for all the love and support. It helps me get through this rough period. I know that in a few days, things should calm down and in about a week, I should feel almost normal. I seem to get about 5 - 7 days of feeling good between chemo treatments - but it is temporary so I can handle it. Who knows, maybe it will get easier... I can always hope.