This morning I had radiation treatment #25 of 25. I’d like to say that the past five weeks have flown by…but they really haven’t. I won’t miss going to the GHS Cancer center every day, but I will give full credit to the radiation technicians and office staff who have made the experience as pleasant […]

Yesterday a woman gave me a watch. I don’t know her name or much about her (I call her “Talkative Lady”), but I see her every weekday in the waiting room at the radiation treatment center. She’s the ex-wife and caregiver of the man I call “Sleepy Guy.” Anyway, she gave me a watch. I […]

Had radiation treatment #17 this morning — eight more to go! The radiation technicians and oncology staff seem happy with my progress and the only side-effect I’m dealing with these days is the lower GI stuff. It started out as an occasional issue but now it’s daily. I’ve gotten quite fond of my fellow radiation […]

Finished session #13 of my radiation series today — halfway through. Not experiencing any major side-effects yet, apart from some lower GI issues (I will spare you the details but I’m gaining appreciation for the magical powers of Imodium). Energy level is good, and I’m getting a lot of “honey-do’s” done that I’ve had to […]