Today is the first day of my radiation treatment. Nervous, a little. But more than anything, I'm ready to get it on. I'm ready to move forward and get it over with. I'm really tired today, most likely because of the busy weekend. Ian's show closing, Ed's sister and husband coming down to see Ian in the show, the closing night party, and then staying up way too late to discuss the play, getting up way too early to go to the Culture Center to stock up on diamoko so I have added protection this week, Ian's Kung Fu demonstration, celebrating the Chinese New Year at Congee Village with Ian's class and great friends, and then helping Ian make Bolivian macaroons for his Spanish Class. All over two days. Whew! Then add in the over abundance of hot flashes, aching joints, and the insomnia... AARRGGHH!! Don't get me wrong, I loved every single second of this past weekend, and I wouldn't change a thing, it's just that it was exhausting. I have a memory of Ed trying to get me to get up from the couch to move to the bed, and my attempt that failed, so then begging him to leave me there, but it's more like a dream.
I'm good for one big task a day, so I really pushed myself this weekend. Just goes to show how much I want to get back to my crazy life. I'm over being a couch potato, too weak to move. I've gained an understanding of patience, but I've never been that gal, and to be honest, will most likely go back to being the "Go, go, go girl!" once I gain back my energy. This treatment brought me to my knees, but it NEVER took away my spirit. So exhausted with muscles sore and joints aching, I surge forth to meet the day, and conquer it the same way I always do ~ with determination.
I look forward to the day I can once again take my Luigi dance class and then walk all the way home. For those who don't know, that is a long walk. 68th & Columbus Ave all the way to 6th ST and 1st Ave. Not a walk for light-weights nor wimps. I miss my long walks through the City I love. Spring is on the way, and when it arrives, I'll be ready.
I'm thinking about doing the Avon Walk in October, anyone want to join me?
Facebook me if you want to form a walking team.
Well, off to the day and to get prepared for radiation.
Nite!
Light and Love!
Melissa
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