July 15, 2017 Saturday
i did not sleep well last night but that’s because I am not at home in my own bed. I woke up ready to go play with grandkids and that’s just what I did. I did have a little problem today but it’s not related to the chemo, I feel certain. Remember when I said I pulled weeds off the fence?? I had forgotten that back when I used to do chores like that, I would react to some plant and then I’d develope a very bad itch that would sometimes go to blisters before it went away. I now remember all about that cause I’m itching all over my hands, arms, neck, chin, cheeks and various other places. I don’t know what plant it is but I really should start wearing gloves any time I work with greenery. I hate this. Rachel gave me some pink anti-itch cream and lotion to put on the worst places, chin and cheeks, and it might have helped a little. I went to Kroger here in Roswell this afternoon and as I was walking in I remembered that I had not rinsed my face off!! So in I go, pink streaks on my face and neck with my bald head and fairly grubby clothing! But it was okay because I had on some nice dangly earrings!!! What a sight!! It seemed to me like a few more people than normal smiled at me and I smiled right back at them. At least they’ll have someone ‘interesting’ to discuss at dinner tonight and at work tomorrow!! hahahahaha Actually, I hope this stops pretty soon because it itches very badly, but I’m afraid it’s going to run its full course. I may have to see about getting a shot for it early next week if it gets worse.
I do wonder about the fact that my chemo has not caused me more problems – I wonder if they gave me a strong enough dose!! I don’t want to be sick and miserable, but I DO want the cancer killed. Maybe I’ll call the oncologist’s office next week and ask if my wonderful reaction is typical. I know that people all react differently, but still it’s almost like nothing is happening. The inside of my mouth seems a little sensitive but that’s it!! Maybe I’m just the luckiest person on earth!! That’s probably it!!
Tomorrow will be another day of grandkids so life is sweet!!
Melanie's Journey Through Cancer 