Sunday, 8 February 2015

Chemo grey

Round 2 started well...no reactions to infusions, got my head shaved and was generally okay for the first day after.  Wore my new blonde (yes, blonde) wig to my monthly documentary movie with friends and hoped the new strategy for the hand/arm cramps experienced in round 1 would hold.  The cramps took over on the third day though, so I called the chemo line and got an additional med plan...which started to work on the following day, but basically kept me in a very flat, heavy state layered with muscle weakness and fatigue I call the dark grey of chemo.  It stayed like that for about 3 days.

Luckily this morning I had a little less weight and managed to get showered, get my wig and "stuffies" on and make it to the church for Jack and Davis' baptism.  It went well and I delivered on my godmother role - it was really a great afternoon, and it seems the light of the event allowed for some of the grey to fade slightly.  Anytime I feel improvement I am fueled by the hope of continued progress the following day.

Little Lucy just darted by mom, dad and I as we watched the Grammy's with my pyjamas in her mouth (yes they are bigger than her whole body) - can't help but laugh at her persistence for attention.

Tomorrow will be lighter grey.



6 comments:

Sonia said...

Hi Tricia,

Blond wig - awesome!! Can't wait to see a pic :)

Glad to hear the baptism went well and Lucy added some entertainment to the Grammy's! Here's hoping for a light shade of grey :)

Cheers and Love,

Sonia

Mary Ellen said...

Hi Tricia,
I bet you make a beautiful blonde! Thanks for the picture of you. You always look beautiful.
I echo Sonia's hope for a light shade of grey……..very light, moving quickly to white.

Hugs,
Mary Ellen

BJ said...

Hi Tricia,
I echo both Sonia and Mary Ellen's wishes. The picture of you is wonderful, especially that beautiful smile! You really don't need a wig, but like the others I look forward to seeing you as a blonde.

Lighter days in the near future.

Love, BJ

Louise and David said...

Dear Tricia,

Like Sonia, we can't wait to see a picture of you as a blond.
BJ is right, though, you don't need a wig. Your latest photo is a real gift of encouragement to your army of supporters. As Mary Ellen says, you always look beautiful.

We were surprised to read that you were able to attend the boys' baptism as planned. Jack and Davis could not have made a better choice in asking you to be their Godmother. They've found someone who treasures life, models courage and supports others in their faith. The fact that you are their loving Aunt Tricia puts the icing on the cake. Congratulations!

🌇 May each new day dawn lighter and brighter for you.

Cheers and lots of love.
Louise and David

Unknown said...

Tricia, you look absolutely stunning & radiant - thank you for sharing your beautiful picture. I must tell you your words about living life like a Jackson Pollock canvas have stayed with me since you spoke at Light the Night a few years ago. This summer when Carly & I were in NYC I went to MOMA to see his work and was transfixed - I can see why they inspired you. Your words continue to inspire us & we now have a Jackson Pollock print ( sadly not an original) hanging in the kids loft to remind us of the wisdom our words & living life fully & richly in the moment. Thank you, The Jacobers

Lorelee Marin said...

You look spectacularly beautiful, your spirit is shining bright my friend! Praying for you daily!

Lorelee