This morning I found myself thinking about what was I doing a year ago. If my calculations are correct, I was just approaching half way (6 treatments) on part 2 of the chemo treatments. Suzanna had just come home from the hospital with the twins and I didn't do much of anything to celebrate July 4th.
This year, I have had the first round of checkups-well maybe 2nd in a way. The last couple of days in December 2014 I had a check-up with radiation involving meeting with the physician's assistant. All was well. The end of April I met with the oncology nurse practitioner for an exam and follow up to a mammogram, blood work, etc. Again I was blessed with "all looks good". I was cautioned that I should give myself 2 years to get back to normal.
My energy and stamina level is much better, however, it has a long way to go. I finished my last radiation treatment about 7 months ago. Since then I those levels have increased steadily with set backs when I had a cold, ear infections, or don't rest enough or push too hard. There are times when I feel really good and feel I can take on most anything. When that happens, it is usually earlier in the day or after I have had a good nap.
I am very grateful. A lot of the time I feel "like me" again.
I stumbled across your blog today. You always make me smile with your upbeat, full of gratitude attitude. Much love and prayers for you!
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