So chemo fatigue definitely hit me during the weekend especially Saturday (day 5). There was a party at our house to view pictures of our August Europe trip followed by wine tasting, but by 7:30pm I had to excuse myself and fall asleep. On Monday I was better and by today (day 9 of the 14 day cycle) I am much better. The nurses mentioned that day 7 is typically the nadir for energy levels. I anticipate that with each chemo cycle the fatigue will be deeper and longer in duration. I believe the plan is 6 chemo cycles then rebuild strength then the first surgery.
Emotionally I am I also much better. A relative sense of peace has returned, and with it the ability to appreciate the joys of living. I am very happy about this.
One side effect I did not anticipate - I have lost my taste for wine (the humanity). This appears to be easing as I reach the end of the chemo cycle.
Jim, we are so blessed with incredible people around us giving their love and support. Prayers and positive thoughts are coming from all across the country and across oceans. Gratitude has been bursting out of me and I am equally humbled by everyone's kindness.
ReplyDeleteToday my buddy, Ellis, called to say that a medicine man from Costa Rica will be leading prayer with his community for you on a mountain top every day. I have the most lovely image of these beautiful, brown-skinned people on a lush mountain facing the sun with their arms up sending love your way. It's so wonderful it made me cry when he told me that. Then he started crying which then made me laugh because he's a bad-ass Marine : ).
You're amazing Jim and I'm so proud of you. xoxo
-Lu
Friend Jim
ReplyDeleteI do not know but I am very friendly with Aurelio and rest
family.
We hope with hope and faith to recover quickly.
Excuse my English.
A friendly hug