Well I now have 1 week down. Today I had my second dose of chemo, along with the daily radiation treatments. The side effects are starting to creep up on me now. The nausea is kept at a minimum because of the medication I take to offset it; however, the exhaustion is taking its toll. I spend much of my time napping, but I try to get up and around whenever possible. My blood work is right on track for my first complete week, but they are a little concerned because I lost too much weight this week...just a couple pounds, but a couple pounds too many. I am encouraged to eat lots of high calorie foods, but it is kind of hard because I don't feel like eating some times. I'm not sure if I mentioned this before, but my radiation doctor has decided it would be in my best interest to do radiation on both sides of my neck, not just one because of the possibility that the cancer could have taken a sneaky ride to the lymph nodes in the other side of my neck and she didn't want to chance it. She feels the best route is to hit it hard now just in case. The doctors and staff are terrific. As they get to know me even better, they are very quick to join in on my "humor" actually, they give me a run for my money. It's never a dull moment and all Patti can do is shake her head and encourage the staff to do what they need to do to keep me in line. I have been "threatened" with many enemas, cathedars, and very large needles if I don't behave. But they are all just kidding and having fun with me......I think! All in all, I am doing ok...I have good days and not so good days, but I am just taking one day at a time. I want all my wonderful family and friends to know I love each and every one of you and I look forward to seeing you all real soon. Also, I wanted Jane to know, "those were the best darn stuffed shells I have had in a long time and Cody thought so also." He was thrilled he didn't have to eat supper out of the box. Well, again I want to tell everyone I love them very much and thank you for all the warm wishes and prayers. I am so blessed to know each of you. Hugs and kisses to all!!!