Change of Plan

So, Joe talked to the Oncologist's office today, and was told that his Monday chemo start will be in-patient: he'll be in the hospital for 2 1/2 days. The following Monday radiation will begin, and instead of being in conjunction with Xeloda, the chemo pill, he'll be getting the typical drip, for which he must stay in the clinic for several hours strapped to an IV. Not sure what the drug is called yet. Daily radiation, and bi-weekly chemo drip, for at least 5 weeks. Then a blissful 6 weeks or so of recovery before surgery, followed by more chemo drip. This is going to be a long, hard road. My Outward Bound instructor would say "slow and steady" and I think that's how I'll think of it- with the memory of my worn hiking boot landing a mere 6 inches past my other one, over and over again. A miserable slog resulting in a phenomenal reward.

Headed to Joe's to pack up the kitchen. Tomorrow is moving day. Sunday is funday!