February 7, 2007
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Discharge Instructions
Because Tuesday is "Doctor Day," and because my last treatment is next Monday, I won't see the doctor next week. So, they actually gave me my discharge instructions yesterday. There is light at the end of this tunnel! The bad news is that the week after the end of radiation, fatigue will be as bad or worse as it is this week. Blech. But then it should start getting better and better.
The radiation burns are still bad, and will probably get worse this week. The problem is that because of the area being irradiated, my burns are on my backside. Where I have to sit. It's time for those to be GONE! I guess they'll start healing after Monday.
Can't wait!
My mom and dad ordered me a special pillow set that will turn my side of the bed into a recliner! So when it arrives, I'll actually be able to sleep in the bedroom next to my husband. It isn't that the recliner isn't comfortable. It is. I'm just tired of sleeping in the living room. I'm tired of telling Paul good-night, and having him leave the room. But because of the tummy pump, I have to be at a minimum 30 degree angle all night.
My will is done. I know, I know... I've had children for 15 years, a will should have been done a long long time ago. But it wasn't, so get off my case. But now it is. It's very wierd to me. I know it's a good thing, especially since I'm sick. It just feels odd to figure out what to do with my stuff if I die. I didn't name any specific gifts, but because the house is in my name only, the main concern was the family being able to stay here. Now, we're counting on me not needing that will. But it's good that it's in place. I'll sign it on Saturday.
This weekend, the girls are going on the church youth winter retreat, and Paul, Dennis, and the boys are going skiing. I think I'm going to have them drop me off in Denver on the way and hang out with Mama and Daddy for the day. Maybe Mama and I can go wig shopping.
My hair is really falling out. I still have a lot of hair, but it's just getting so thin. I'm wearing my white Harley Davidson sweatshirt, and there is SO MUCH HAIR on it.
It's just hair. It's just hair. It's just hair.Paul just called me from today's sub job. 6th grade Science. He's going to be tired when the day is done. But it's good for him.
Have a great Wednesday. And if you watched "Criminal Minds" after the Super Bowl, remember that the continuation is tonight. It was so scary that I want to watch so that it's OVER!!!
Comments (8)
I'm so glad there is light at the end of your tunnel! And it is only hair! We love you bald, or hairy
Evie, I'm so happy that you're sounding so much better! Wig shopping sounds fun -- and it is just hair. You're beautiful with or without it.
I'm glad there is a light at the end of the tunnel ((hugs))
Hang in there! You sound great. It's just hair and you have hats. May take a couple weeks for your burns to start improving, but no worries... they'll heal! So glad there is light at the end of the tunnel. Happy for you!
I watched Criminal Minds, and it scared the beejeebers out of me. I can't wait for tonight!! Hang in there, and it is just hair. Hugs!
:love: some people say that their hair comes back in, in a different way, texture etc. let us know :wave:
Maybe you'll be a sexy redhead when your hair grows back, hubba hubba!
I'm so happy to see you posting. I know this all sucks rotten eggs, but I can see your mood has improved. I'm glad Paul and the kids are getting out this weekend. I just read an article about writing letters to be read after we are gone. It said women are much more likely to do this and that our family's are so comforted by this. It made me think a lot about things I want to say to those I love. You talking about writing your will reminds me I haven't done mine either. None of us knows when we will need one, but it is inevitable that we all will someday.
Love always!!
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