I took a walk this morning before Lily and I went for our weekly visit to Autumn House. Now, I am sitting at my desk looking out over the lake. What a gorgeous day! The temperature is 63, there is not a cloud in the sky and it is quite windy.
So, where am I now in my journey? Last Tuesday, I had my simulation at the radiation therapy center which included a CT scan, application of a lot of dots and lines with markers and the application of my three target tattoos. Yep. I have tattoos. They are very small and will provide assurance that I am in the correct position each treatment. At the end of the appointment, I was told that it would take about a week for the doctor to design my plan. It's rather scientific, and I can't begin to tell you all that goes into it. Suffice it to say that the beam needs to hit the right area and not anything else!
On Wednesday, I have an appointment for my "dry run". On Thursday, my treatments begin. Finally. Coincidentally, that is the day for my friend's last treatment. Our appointments are at the exact same time. She will be there for moral support. I'm glad.
The waiting has been nerve-wracking. I've been grumpy. I'm sorry. I just need to get going with the treatments and find out first-hand what to expect. Hoping that my mood improves.
The center will give me a schedule, but I believe my appointments are at 3:15 each day. I will have off weekends and also Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. My tentative end date is January 9th. I'm going to put a calendar on the refrigerator and start the countdown. 33...32...31...
May I please ask for your prayers as I begin this next phase of treatment?
Dear Charlene:
ReplyDeleteYou certainly do have my prayers and one is that you will have peaceful thoughts and feelings as you begin your cure.
Hugs, Bernie
I have been and will continue to pray for you, Mrs. Freed (Charlene).
ReplyDeleteYour friend, Nina
So glad things are moving forward. Keep your eye on the goal and I will keep praying for healing!
ReplyDeleteAsking isn't necessary. The prayers are already flowing. You have been so strong. Thanks for keeping us connected.
ReplyDeleteMarlene
All positive thoughts and prayers are coming your way. Love you. ❤️❤️❤️
ReplyDeleteSue
No apologies necessary for feeling grumpy...it is a very difficult challenge to face. But know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Lanell
ReplyDeleteWe are all thinking of you over these next few days as your treatment begins. Will be in touch.
ReplyDeleteMitch & Family
You go girl! I will be counting the days with you. Here's to January 9 th! Sue and Bob perrett
ReplyDeleteMy prayers for you continue daily. Jean
ReplyDeleteHope all went as planned today. At least the waiting is over and you now know the procedure for each treatment. You are in my thoughts and prayers daily. I will be counting the days with you.
ReplyDeleteLove, Debbie G.