Sunday, September 20, 2009

Back on...


After an energetic week off chemo, I started up again last Thursday. Two weeks on, one week off.
It takes a toll on me, but overall I have been handling it pretty well. I have some problems with thin/cracking skin on my hands and feet, and some stomach problems, but that's about it (and fatigue). My blood counts are acceptable, and I have enough of an immune system to fight off sickness (so far)...

In about a month or so I'll be getting another scan, then switching to a course of radiation and chemo... If that goes well, then I'll get intraoperative radiation therapy...

Daunting, but it's the road I'm on...

Yoga has helped a lot with fatigue and attitude, and teaching is energizing also...

-D
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7 comments:

  1. steveophotoSeptember 20, 2009 at 8:33 PM

    Hang in there David, I think of you, Monika and kiddos every day...

    Sending positive thoughts, hope and love,
    s.

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  2. KymSeptember 20, 2009 at 10:54 PM

    Beautiful image, and the yoga talk warms my spandex. (;

    So glad you are taking care of you. Love and big hug to you, Monica, Sienna an the chickens.
    We miss you mucho mas!!

    xxoo,
    Kym, Vincent and Maya

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  3. AnonymousSeptember 21, 2009 at 7:20 AM

    It was good to see you and Monika at the Danforth last weekend. I'm sending good and positive thoughts your way. Best wishes,

    Suzanne

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  4. AnonymousSeptember 23, 2009 at 9:02 AM

    Hey Dave,
    Gorgeous photo -- keep 'em coming.
    Your courage is inspiring and we love your attitude!
    The gods (little g and big G) have got to be on your side, you are such a wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayers -- and healthy vibes -- are with you everyday.
    XX
    Tom & Sue

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  5. Anne HarrisSeptember 25, 2009 at 2:00 PM

    Hi David,

    I'm glad to read that you're going strong. We're so sorry we couldn't be at the Danforth opening. I love that museum--love Catherine French.

    Regarding cracked feet--I use something called Heal Balm (for my nasty cracking feet) which is really helpful.

    We think of you every day.

    Love,
    Anne

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  6. AnonymousSeptember 28, 2009 at 7:26 AM

    Wonderful photos.. Timeless...you inspire... enjoy this beautiful fall... much love, Susan

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  7. AKSeptember 28, 2009 at 2:48 PM

    Hey Dave,
    Happy New Year! I wish you all the best in 5770 for continued strength in the good fight and lots of lovely yoga and veggie eating. Am trying to amass a package of love to send.
    Hope the show w/Audrey may work out, it's a lovely space.
    Love and Kisses, Puss n Crumb,
    KorndingO

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