Update as of Wednesday, September 1st.
I met with my medical oncologist today, who ordered my chemo drug, Temodar. This will be delivered directly to my house, and I was instructed to take it when I start radiation next Wednesday, Sept 8th.They also took a blood sample and will use it as a base line for comparing future blood tests against it. I will have to go to my radiation oncologist for a "dress rehearsal" on Tuesday, where they will put my specially made mask on me and they will do a very in-depth CAT Scan on me recording exactly where to shoot the radiation. I come back the next day for treatment 1 of 34. I start the chemo at the exact same time. The chemo drug will last for 42 days. I was prescribed two medicines for nausea to have on hand to take with the Temodar. I did ask about driving, and was told that my neurosurgeon has to approve this, and that the answer will most likely be "not yet". They think I trying to rush too much too soon. I am so ready to get back to living normally, but I understand that I have to rest to recover. My friends and family have given me so many books to read. I definitely have enough to occupy my time for awhile. God continues to bless me with energy to get out and about, which is great therapy for peace of mind, to mingle with the rest of the world, and experience life. Between now and the end of the year, Kandi and I have planned a lot of fun trips to help me make the most of enjoying life to its fullest. I am spending this weekend in St. Augustine, FL for some peaceful R&R, spending time by the pool, with no stress or worries.
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