What a week!

We waited several days to get the radiation treatment schedule but once we did, thinks started rolling.  We went in Wed. for a trial run (I know, what?, they already drew targets on my body, now they need practice?)  Anyway, I did not feel good this week and the trial run took over an hour.

Thurs.:  First treatment at 11:00 and it took about 25 minutes.  Boy, I came out feeling fine and thinking there's nothing to this.  Not so fast Buster!  In less than an hour after the treatment, I suddenly felt nauseous
but it passed quickly.  Then, I ate.  For the next 3 hours or so I threw up and felt terrible.  I rested ok Thurs. night but no eating.

Friday:  Treatment at 11:15 - still no eating and I looked and felt awful.  I asked for meds. for nausea but of course you have to wait an hour or so to see the Dr.  (treatment was quick again).  He did give me something while I was there which helped even though I still felt awful like I was going to throw up.  After we got home, I worked on drinking, eating some soup and sandwich.  That took until about bedtime, but it did stay down.  Dr. also gave me extended pain meds. which helped me rest well.

Today:  Still not great, but I've felt better today than I have for days - still working at eating and drinking.

I don't usually share all this information but several of you express interest in knowing and we appreciate  you wanting to "do something".  For now, your continued prayers and support are the best.

My dear friend Pat sends me cards from time to time and the last one included a thought that I make part of my prayer several times every day - Lord, help me to want what you want!  What a concept.  Thanks for all your encouraging thoughts, Pat.