Happy Tuesday!
It's a day of firsts -- the first day of school, the first day with no radiation, and tonight the first time in six weeks I'll go to bed without taking four chemo pills! So, it's a very good day, indeed.
I've managed to make it through all of the necessary inservice meetings and the first day of full classes. I do admit I am tired, but I also have to say that it felt great to be back in the classroom doing what I do.
Today I did sneak up to the guidance suite, where there is a couch in a meeting room. There, for a short while, I was able to rest and relax during my prep period. My hope is that a short rest will be a part of my daily routine and that Barbara Craghan can enjoy this beautiful weather.
In two weeks I will have a blood test to determine the amount of chemotherapy I will have to take for the next four to six months. I will see Dr. Mortera, my oncologist at that time, and he'll outline the remaining treatment.
I will also be seeing a new radiology oncologist, Dr. Howard, who is coming to Appleton from the UW Madison Hospital, where he is a colleague of Dr. Mehta, the doctor who will determine if gamma knife surgery is right for me. Lots of wait-and-see, but I guess that's all any of us can do anyhow.
The doctors and nurses tell me that I will feel much better in about six weeks. I think I feel stronger already, and I attribute my improvement to the prayers from all of you. You are the best!
Thank you. And God bless you.
Denny
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2 comments:
Dear Dennis and Carla,
I was sitting at the computer when I thought it was time to get that well-intentioned card out to you (sorry about the delay but as you know this is not the best of times for us). Since I was too lazy to get up and get a phone book, I decide to look for your address on line. So glad I did because I came across your blog. It is such a great way to keep up with your progress. We want you to know you are constantly in our thoughts and prayers. You were, and continue to be, such a wonderful influence on the students at Xavier. The girls were so fortunate to have you as a teacher. We wish you days filled with joy, inspiration, and love. Now, I will continue my search for your address so we can get a more personal message to you. By the way, it is very difficult writing to an English teacher –not sure if spelling/grammar check is going to catch all the errors!
We hope you continue to enjoy each day.
Gino, Nancy, and Jana Frassetto
ps- we love the picture of you and your “boys”.
Denny, Great news above, Hopefully it will continue to be so.
Agnes and John Biese
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