driving, driving, driving, and a walk

Our family did the "Run for the Cure" on Sunday. It was a beautiful day; we saw many people we knew, and met many new friends. I can tell you that these days, I much prefer walking to driving! With radiation sessions two hours away, I will be glad when this daily commute will be over. OK - first the pictures of Sunday's walk/run. I must add that Norm and the girls ran the 5km route, (even Evelynne) while I walked it. Oh well, there's always next year, and I'm so glad for that.

My pal Wanda

As for radiation, it's going well. I have completed 19 sessions and have 9 more to go. My last day will be the 20th of October. I am feeling a bit more tired than usual, but that could be due to the travel. My skin has only just started to turn a bit red and itchy. The doctor is pleased and so am I, and the driving isn't really that bad. It's actually kind of fun. A society called "Wheels for Wellness" picks me up every morning, drives to the clinic in Victoria , then returns me to my home in the afternoon. Most of the drivers are retired truckers or bus drivers, and many of the passengers are retired as well. Not all go to the Cancer Clinic - many are travelling to specialist appointments. At first, I didn't think I would like all the chatting, but I am enjoying it. If I don't feel like talking, I've always got my book and iPod. I've even made a friend - Bill. He's 76 and lives in Parksville. He also commutes every day, and we seem to be on the same van most days. He's having radiation in a room down the hall from me. He was away sick for all of last week, which caused me a great deal of worry. It was sure nice to open the door to the van yesterday and see him sitting there.

Last Friday, Evelynne and Rosalie came with me (they had no school). Mom drove us down and waited in the waiting room, but the girls got invited into the treatment room. They got to come inside while I was being positioned, and the techs were so good at explaining everything. While I was being zapped, Rosalie and Evelynne went to the control room to watch me on the monitor. I think they really enjoyed themselves.

That's about it for now. We're getting through each day. With Norm away in school, it is a challenge. I'm glad Mom is here this week to help out.