I guess that today is just one of those days you have every so often, where things just don't go as well as you would like. Not that things were bad, they weren't, but I think they could have been better.
Mom was somewhat more confused today than the past couple of days, and I know that this tends to happen when she's not getting her radiation treatment. The problem with that, of course, is that by next Wednesday, she will have had all of the radiation that she is going to get for the foreseeable future. It makes me wonder how she is going to be mentally after the radiation is complete. I will hope for the best, of course, but no one really knows at this point.
Other than the confusion/forgetfulness today, Mom was doing well. She was up and about doing her PT and walking her laps throughout the house. She is not having any difficulty walking or with her balance, so I am thankful for that.
She did spend some time watching football this afternoon, although I imagine that she did not watch the entire Cowboy game, since she's a self-professed "fair weather fan" and if they get behind, she likes to take a nap. I bet she napped quite a bit today.
Tomorrow is a busy day for us. We go and see Dr. Aurora for a follow-up and discussion about next steps, and we have to then go over for a radiation treatment. The appointment with Dr. Aurora will tell us a little about the future and what to expect, and more importantly, when to expect it. I don't know if they intend to start chemotherapy prior to Christmas, but I would think that they would. We shall see.
Thanks to everyone who is helping and thinking of Mom. It is appreciated, and I know that it is making a difference.
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Good Morning Norma,
ReplyDeleteI am so glad to hear that the medical procedures are going well. You certainly have a sweet family to take such good care of you, and to help keep all of us informed. You are SOOOO loved, by family and friends alike! I know that you will be back up to speed as soon as those doctors get all finished with you....(smile)
Are you getting out of Christmas shopping? I made the mistake of going to my local Walmart yesterday, and you would never know that there is a recession.....the holiday spirit is alive and well at Walmart!
One of the days I will call and make plans to bring dinner and to visit for a few minutes. you know me, I am always looking for someone to cook for!!! See you soon!
Linda Currier