The chemotherapy regiment continues and I have not experienced any adverse side effects so far. The team is tailoring the dosage in order to maximize its effectiveness. The current medication will be applied for one more day, then I will switch to another one.
Today was the final day for World Cup match play. I don’t really have a favorite in the finals and usually root for the underdog. I was hoping Germany would reach the finals but unfortunately they did not make it this time. Looking forward to watching the bracket play starting on Saturday.
Today I fit in two sessions of two mile walks in the hallway. I think after a couple of days I will know how many tiles lay along the length and width of each section. Once my port completely heals I will try some upper body exercises as well.
During my last lengthy hospital stay I read on average a book a week. I am off to a slower start this time (hey, its World Cup time) but here is what I have in the queue at this point:
- The Apache Wars: The Hunt for Geronimo, the Apache Kid, and the Captive Boy Who Started the Longest War in American History by Paul Andrew Hutton
- The Way to Love: Meditations for Life by Anthony De Mello
- Merrill’s Marauders by Gavin Mortimer
I also have a homework assignment from the occupational therapist consisting of puzzles and other mental challenges. They encourage patients to keep their mental acuity sharp as they undergo the drug regime. Hmm, name a plant that begins with the letter “p”…