Last FEC Treatment

Yesterday was my last FEC chemo treatment.  If we are on course, it may be the last chemo treatment I ever have to endure. WOW.  My next battery of tests are scheduled in 3 weeks and then surgery will be 2 weeks thereafter.  I am ready to get this beast cut out of my body.  Dr. Alvarez is very optimistic that the surgery should be able to remove all of the cancer. We discussed several testing options before and after surgery.  One of my largest concerns is spread of the cancer.  I must be back to my old self because I asked if cancer was in or around his penis whether we would be doing more testing, he turned red and grinned and called me "very frontal" in that Brazilian accent of his, pretty sure he meant "up front".   But assured me that he is confident. There are small moments of humor in dealing with this thing, you have to take advantage of them when you can.

It has been what seems like a long haul, although I know other patience's have had to go thru much more and for longer time frames. I see them everywhere, both in Midland and Houston.  Some have been getting treatments for years!  I try to get my act together after seeing these guys and to keep the complaints down.

I don't know how the "weak of heart" could ever do this, it's rough.  I would never had made it this far without Libby, Nita, Kelsey, Carolyn, Wana and the rest of my friends and family.  Each one has worked hard to accept my wicked attitude, my sick body and to help me with all matters of the day-to-day.  And some yucky stuff that is NOT on the list of help you readily ask for.  God bless each of them.

I have received phone calls from my old basketball coach, old teammates, from family and both new and old friends.  The get well cards are all proudly displayed and I will be keeping them all.  Even Ruby, my dog, works hard at keeping me active, going for walks and just having general play time. (If I sit on the couch or lay in the bed too long she makes me move!)  All of the friendship and love has made this easier. Thank You All, and please keep it coming.