Followed up with surgeon today.

Good morning, everybody. I went back to see my surgeon, Dr. Habal, today. He examined me and was very pleased with what he saw. I was a little concerned about some soreness and tenderness I was developing, but he doesn't seem to be worried about it. I didn't think it was a result of the radiation, because I was beginning to feel it before I started radiation. He seems to think that some of the nerves are trying to regenerate themselves. He encouraged me to come back if I had any more questions or concerns. I will not see him again until March. I will have a mammogram then on the left side, and will go back to him to get the results.

I'm scheduled to receive my third radiation treatment today at 1:30. So far, so good. Sometimes the stickers they have on me itch a little. No skin irritation at this time. It's not very comfortable lying on that table, but by the time I'm really starting to get uncomfortable, it's time to get up.

I also just stopped by the hospital to see my friend, Kellie. She has a trach now, is resting better, and seems to be getting stronger every day. Her vitals have stabilized, and she has gone from barely being able to open her eyes to having her eyes open and being able to mouth words. She still does not have a diagnosis, so no one knows what triggered this. Please continue to lift her, as well as her family, up in prayer. Thank you for your concern for her.

I'm here hanging out at my townhouse while Mama runs a few errands. Hopefully, we'll get some lunch, some radiation, and be on our way back to Bear Grass soon.........

Cindy