Seven weeks seemed interminable, but two weeks of treatment are now left, a period of time that seems manageable. I will be done with both the radiation and chemotherapy in mid-May and get an MRI in mid-June which I hope shows good results. Also in mid-June, I get back on chemotherapy only, this time for a week a month for six months. I am hoping that the side effects -- mostly extreme fatigue -- will not be as intense. I have regained my vision, but while I can read, I don't have the concentration or energy to handle more than newspapers or a magazine. I also have lost my hair -- a friend took me to buy some cute hats -- and my memory is pretty bad. If you call me, don't assume I remember our conversation. But overall, I feel better.
My son and daughter and their spouses were here last weekend for my son's birthday which was a lot of fun. This week, my twin cousins from Paris are coming for a quick visit.
As in weeks past, friends have been immensely helpful and supportive. I am trying to write thank you notes, but given my lack of concentration and exhuastion, the process is really slow. Please forgive the delay.
Thanks again. I will update this blog in two weeks when I bid a happy farewell to the radiation clinic.
Love, Michele
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Hi Michele -- I've been following your progress and sending positive thoughts from here in DC. Have fun with the hat purchases -- you should get a cowboy hat.
All my best -- Thais Austin
Hey Michele,
I also have been following along...good to hear you almost done with step one treatment!!! Yeah! I heard you all had a good time with Warren, Laura in town for the B-day.
I am off to house hunt in New Jersey and will keep sending the best wishes and prayers while I am on the East Coast.
Much love
Rest Easy
Denise Knapp
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