This week has not been to bad. My biggest problem is with my throat. It's very difficult and painful to swallow. Even soft foods are a problem. My diet is basically pudding, ice cream, milk shakes, mac & cheese, soup, and ensure. I wish I could enjoy it. When this is over I will have to get back to a normal diet. I'm still very tired all the time, but manage to get through my day relatively normal. I try to have as much fun as I can . It's very important to have fun in the good times, but even more important in the bad time. And thanks to all my good friends we manage to have some good times. Keep it up guys. Humor makes the days a little easier to get through.
I haven't talked much about my treatments. The Chemo lounge is a very friendly and comfortable place to be. During the hours that I'm there you can use your computer (they have WI FI), use your cell phone, read, or take a long nap on the big easy chairs with pillows and warm blankets. You can even have guests. Bob Meek has visited me during one of my long sessions (6 hrs), and my daughter, Anne, joined us and brought lunch. We had a good time. The time really does go by pretty fast. If any of you want to check it out, just let me know.
Radiation is quick and easy. I'm in and out in 30 mins. The therapists are really great. Lots of pretty young ladies who fuss over me during my treatments. Having such friendly places to go really helps me get through my adventure.
I still have along ways to go, but we are seeing some great progress. My tumor has shrunk over 50%, so hopefully by mid July I will be in remission.
Until later
Ron
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