Feeling Somewhat Human

I'm finally starting to feel human again. As Rob alluded, the past 24 hours have been somewhat challenging. So far I'm managing to keep my lunch down which (aside from a few crackers) is a first since I got back from treatment yesterday.

The Cancer Center really goes out of its way to try to make patients (and families) feel better -- both physically and emotionally. They have hot and cold beverages available all the time and little snack packages of cookies and crackers. Plus, yesterday while I was receiving treatment, a lovely lady came around offering sandwiches. They make a pretty good chicken on whole wheat over there (which is a good thing, as it was the last food I was able to keep down). The Cancer Centre was also giving patients candle holders bearing inspirational messages, courtesy of Lawtons and Seagull Pewter.

I received a card yesterday from Kathy in Tiverton. She is a friend of Rob's sister and has been keeping me in her thoughts and prayers. A cancer survivor herself, she provides a lot of inspiration.

I also opened a couple of the gifts from Debbie's Joy Box. I opened one last night when I was feeling crappy (my very own light sabre -- something with which to poke Cole), and the Day 2 gift, a book of short stories. Both gifts did what they were designed to do...make me smile.

Also in the good news column, Sun Life approved my short-term disability claim this week and we received the first payment yesterday. At least that bit of stress and uncertainty has been taken care of.

Just talked with Kim. Had a nice chat. She's planning on coming home in May, so hopefully we'll be able to connect at that time.

Just about ready to head back to the couch...considering napping again. I find the chemo knocks me off my feet for a couple of days. Let's hope that means it's knocking the cancer off its feet permanently.

Thanks again to everyone, for your ongoing thoughts and prayers and supportive comments. I appreciate it all.