Today has been a great day! It's the first day since Saturday I didn't need Anti-Nausea meds. This is also the first day since Thursday that my appetite returned. Banana and dry cereal for breakfast, leftover steak, onions & salsa for lunch. several candy bars for afternoon snack. Supper was Pizza. To cold to suit my taste but nevertheless hungry.
As usual I forgot my iron supplement during the evening meal so I asked Leah if she would make a "shake" for me. These shakes consist of Milk, yogurt, banana, instant breakfast (chocolate flavored this time). Truth be told I didn't choke on it and managed to drink a full mug of it. Not what I normally think of when I think of shakes but I didn't hate it either. It was pretty good considering what was in it. More of these in my future I'm sure and I'm o.k. with that. Thanks to our good friend who suggested these!!
Through many acquaintances, friends and even physicians Gilda's Club of Grand Rapids came very well recommended. Last night the 3 of us went to the "New Member" meeting. This was a talk by one of the staff about what Gilda's club did and was about and what it was not. The meeting moved into a time of introductions and telling what brought us to Gilda's club. This was difficult for me to share but important for me and the others in the room I am sure. Besides the staff person there was an existing Member in the room who shared her current and past experiences at Gilda's club. This woman also gave our group a tour of the clubhouse and all its many rooms. Lydia for last night got to play in the basement called Noggieland. She had quite a bit of fun and then when we were leaving she had to check out the playground. On meeting nights she will be in a "support" meeting as well as each of us in our own groups. This looks to be a very good club and am waiting to take part in some of the fun activities. If any of you have considered going to Laugh-Fest but hesitated, please reconsider. Many of the proceeds from Laugh-Fest go back into the Gilda's Club. More to come about that journey as we experience it together.
--Kent
Sooooo happy the appetite is returning and that you are branching out into new realms of healthy eating. I know you have heard this sermon frequently: Chemo needs calories to do it's job effectively.
ReplyDeleteI also give you HUGE credit, as an introvert, to try out Gilda's Club. I have heard such great things about this organization and you are confirming those reports.
I am so sorry you are going through this difficult time. Everyone knows you to be kind, gentle and giving. I hope some get to see your "quirky" sense of humor - I LOVE it!!!! And...you haven't lost it, inspite of this dramatic change in your life.
Thankyou for all that you have done for me and all that you mean to our whole family.
We love you.
The prayers are being said from so many different places. I think we have all felt that comfort.
Now - enjoy some great moments with your brother.
Love from me - Linda B
Fantastic news! Keep up the great attitude!
ReplyDeleteLove you brother!
Kent and Leah,
ReplyDeleteThank you for the updates! For some reason it is difficult to comment on the blog.
It usually freezes.
Glad to know you liked Gilda's. I have only heard positive comments about it also.
Your family continues to be in my prayers... You too, Dave!
Lisa Archer