Only 5 weekly Chemo treatments to go. I think that I can finally see an end in sight.
The side effects from Taxol continued to be mild to moderate. Each week they intensify slightly. The most noticeable are joint/bone pain and fatigue. I have to really push myself to exercise, but I'm still walking up the hill. (Most days)
Weekly chemo meant that I had to miss a couple of events this summer. My 45th High School reunion was this month. Although, I wasn't able to attend, I did reconnect with many friends via Facebook. They kept be updated on the lives of my classmates and promise to share pictures. Thanks everyone!
I missed a family reunion in Leavenworth, also. So cousins, we must find a way to gather again. Either, "at the river" (Icicle) or on the west side. Around the holidays?
This past weekend, we went to Salisbury, NC to join my husband's family in honoring his nephew. Will is in the Marine Corps and his unit will be shipping out this week for the northwestern part of Pakistan. They will be helping with the humanitarian efforts there. Oorah!
I got some "new hair" a couple of weeks ago. Bald is still more comfortable for me but, hair seems to be more "comfortable" for others.
My tomatoes are almost finished producing for the season. I had a good crop and enjoyed them with basil and goat cheese. The living calendar should end about the same time as chemo. Good timing!
Last, but by far, not least: My children and grandchildren will all be here next week. Elizabeth arrives on Thursday and will be here for about a week before she moves to DC. Jennie, Jim, Quinn and Colin arrive on Sunday and will be here for almost a week. Patrick, Karen and Liam live in Asheville and will be dropping by to join us as will Ashley, Chuck are Leigh. As a bonus, Aunt Betty and Uncle John Hembree are planning to drive from Lexington KY to see everyone. It will be a great week and I'm a lucky Mom/Grandma!!
Two days until Chemo Thursday. And then there will be 4....
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