3rd Day In

Well, it's been a fun few days. First the nervousness about the scan results, then the spinal tap, then 2 more days of chemo.

This round has been a little rougher than the first two. This is for a couple of reasons: 1) That spinal tap on Friday was not without entirely negative effects. I've had a perpetual headache for since about two pm on Friday, which only goes away when I'm horizontal in bed, have an ice pack, and an medicated. I've been able to maintain that position for about 40% of the day. But I'm naturally an antsy guy, and so I like to try to get up and move around the floor. This results in my having to go back to my room after 10 mins or so clutching my head like the morning after a New Years Eve party. But it does seem to be slowly improving. I'm holding out hope for less pain tomorrow.

2) My does of the chemo meds has been bumped up about 20%, and this seems to be wearing me out a little more than usual.

These two trifles have been more than offset my many friends and family coming to visit and chat. They've also brought goodies double-gulps, and toys which haves kept me all hooked up with nutrition, entertainment, and good cheer. Thank you to everyone who visited and who haves kept me in your thoughts and prayers. Please believe me when I say it's been a great help.

Also, I got to have lunch with Jane and the girls this afternoon and that always puts me in a better mood. Another note - I found that we are allowed to leave the floor and go down to a place called 'Gilly's garden'. It's a short walk but it is so very nice to get out an have a little fresh air.

I'm also playing a little computer chess to pass the time, and have started a new audio book called 'Ender's Game' . Early days yet, on both of these, so we'll see whether i become a chess master or a sci fi addict. :)