I have been hard at work at my professional patient gig. Monday I had another Radiation Sim, Part 1. Part 2 follows this Monday. Tuesday I visited my GI doc. He recommended an endoscopy, to follow next Friday. Wednesday I had an appointment at the dentist to examine the bump on my jaw. Thursday I saw ENT for my nosebleeds. And Friday brought my medical oncology appointment along with an assortment of labs.
Literally every day I was at some kind of doctor. To have multiple medical appointments per week is unfortunately rather common. I go because I need help. I go to be compliant. I just go.
It's extremely embarrassing to live this way. There is always something wrong, or something going on, or something new. It is a small life with sizable problems. I try not to complain but sometimes I need to vent or merely describe my day. And out it comes.
But there were good times too. I was fortunate to see a few friends throughout the week. I truly enjoy the outings and/or visits. I was also finally able to sit in the guest chair while one of my friends got her infusions in the chemo suite.
A couple of other highlights: I got my hair colored. It was a process, to say the least. But I no longer have white and gray hair. I participated in a Cancer Support Group for the first time. They do want you to unload there.....
BIG news: Brennan left last Monday for Basic Training for the Army Reserves! He is now at Ft. Leonard Wood in Missouri. We received a three sentence scripted call when he arrived there. And then today we were fortunate enough to receive a phone call that let us chat. It was such a nice surprise and so helpful to hear his voice and learn about what he is doing. Which is essentially rather little during Reception Week. I believe that will very soon be changing. I am so very proud of my baby but needless to say, the goodbye was hard.
John Paul also came to town on Friday for a few days of his Spring Break. It is wonderful to see him. I have not seen him since the end of December when he returned to Helena for school. He is doing exceptionally well. And his academics simply blow me away! I am very proud of my eldest too.
Craig returned to work after his leave of absence. We have been so fortunate to have so much support from his co-workers and supervisors. He works long 12 hour shifts which can be grueling intellectually, physically, and mentally. He is excellent at what he does and I am proud of him for his skills and commitment to supporting our family.
On March 6 I celebrated my 15 year bone marrow transplant anniversary. Amazing!! That means I have had 15 years that I otherwise would not have had. It simply blows my mind.
I do want to ask for prayers, for those of you inclined to do such a thing, for an extended family member who was both diagnosed with an aggressive cancer and had surgery to remove it , all this past week. She is an absolute dynamo so if anyone can beat it, she can. But prayers and positive thoughts for her would be appreciated.
A week in the life...........
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