Chemo Jounal Day 8

September 19-Day 8

I could get used to this.  I feel great again today!  Mel had an early meeting, so I was on duty for school delivery and drop-off today.  I felt so great, I stayed at THA until around 12:30.  (Despite no shower, no make-up and the same clothes I slept in last night.  I did throw on my Uggs and a fleece, however.)  I’ve taken a leave of absence for the remainder of the school year, but have yet to formally “train” my replacement.  She certainly needed no training, but I stayed today to show her the ropes.  It was fun to be back at work and incredible to see all of my THA babies.  What a boost to the self-esteem-such sweet kids complimenting me and hugging me all day!

Overall Day 8-I feel great.  I still have a strange taste in my mouth.  No nausea.  Still no nausea meds.  No pain meds.  I do feel like a little old lady at times.  If I’m still for long, my knees and hips get sore or stiff.  I’ve had minor headaches for a couple of days, but nothing requiring medicine.  I’m afraid that what I’m also feeling is what will eventually be signs of hair loss.  I get “skin shivers” or tingles, mostly on my face and scalp.  They feel almost like soft chill bumps or a momentary cool chill.  Another day of chemo-fabulous so far.

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