It's odd. My mouth is doing much better. I haven't taken any pain pills in a week (including ibuprofen). All my specific mouth sores have gone away. I can now eat soft, solid food—I had some Trader Joe's mac and cheese (thanks for the suggestion, Trish), and Leslie made me some really greasy Chinese-style noodles (thanks, sweetie!) But, I can't taste sweet at all. I opened a coke to see what it tasted like, and it reminded me of the colonoscopy prep beverage. I won't be trying coke for some time to come... However, I can still taste lots of food—cheese, for instance, tastes like cheese.
I saw my doctor today and she was surprised I was doing so well. She doesn't expect it to last. Her chipper words to me: "No pain, no gain!" Anyway, that part is going much better than expected.
What is going less well is the fatigue. I am now officially tired most of the time. It's not the worst thing in the world...I am watching lots of TV shows and enjoying them. But, I can't do anything to help Leslie and I feel bad about that. Particularly since Ziggy just got spayed, and Leslie has the unenviable task of keeping her quiet for 10 days. I think this is the part where I am just supposed to let go and not feel responsible. For me, that is much easier said than done.
For what it's worth, Coke has always tasted like colonoscopy prep beverage to me. Are you certain it is not?
ReplyDeleteSeriously! Coke and Robin. I remember getting you little salt and pepper shakers once in the shape of tiny coke bottles. Meanwhile, glad to hear your mouth is doing better right now. mac and cheese can be like nectar of the gods! hugs LISA
ReplyDeleteI think that moving back into your house is going to help you feel better when you need it most. Lying down in your own familiar bed is such a great feeling after being away. Only nine more days and you'll be there...home sweet home.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Nina
Robin,
ReplyDeleteI am glad you are keeping yourself in a positive mood. Housework will still be there later; just relax! I've had the same problem when I was in the midst of my treatments. You will get your energy back; I promise. Just a few minutes ago, I was raking outside. I would not have thought doing that when I was going through chemo. Hang in there my friend! :-)
Nathalie
I actually went out to the bank and to Bookshop Santa Cruz and felt pretty good today. Plus, I worked on fixing a lamp and I organized all my tools for our move home in less than two weeks! Yes for that. Though this home has been just awesome.
ReplyDeleteThe thing I miss most is not my bed but my hot tub. I can't wait to have it to—repeatedly—sink into anytime I am cold.