20th January 2009

Was in for my 2nd taxotere today - more about that later.
Before I went for chemo, I popped into HDU.  S presented me with £750 of vouchers for Stobo Castle.  That will pay for Suzie and I to stay for 2 nights, dinner, bed and breakfast, and have 2 treatments each.  She also presented me with a cheque for another £675 quid which I was to use how I wanted for another treat for Suzie and I.  I was absolutely astounded at the amount of money that was raised, absolutely speechless.  To all my friends and colleagues I have worked with over the many happy years I had in RACH, from the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU ALL SO VERY VERY MUCH.  I didnt realise I was thought of so highly.

Went for 2nd Taxotere and it all went very smoothly and quickly.  Since I havent had ANY hair loss, I used the torture chamber again, but its worth it to keep my hair - so very very worth it.  Another tip for anyone who may be reading this and thinking about using cold cap, take a hot water bottle with you to cuddle - it really helped me.   My head might have been frozen, but at least my body was warm.  S came with me for chemo today, cant even remember what we chatted about, but thanks for keeping me company, it fair helps to pass the time
xxx

Also had mindfulness reunion session today.  Think they were all gobsmacked at how 'happy' I looked.