No Medical Marijuana For Me!

Who gains weight during chemotherapy? Well...apparently I do! Originally posted September 25, 2006

Ahoy Gang!!!

It's been a while since I've sent out an update email, so here I am, just sending out a little bit of rambling blurb!

Firstly...if you have been added to this list in error and wish to be taken off, please let me know. Second...if you know of anyone who wants to placed on my updates list, also let me know...either you can give them this email address and they can send me an email to be added on, or you can forward me their email address...whichever works for you.

So...everything is pretty much status quo. A bit harder to bounce back after chemo #3. Felt more aches and pains, was tired more often, but really nothing like what I was anticipating from the beginning. I've been lucky that way and also very thankful. My doctor keeps reminding me that it will probably get harder to snap back with each succeeding treatment, so I'm keeping that in mind.

One thing is for sure....there is NO WAY that my doctor is going to write me a script for medical pot. Damn! I thought there would be at least ONE bonus to this whole odyssey, but nooooooooo, I have to be the rare patient that has an appetite despite nausea...and once the nausea is gone...don't get between me and my meal...you may lose a digit! My doctor used to ask me at every visit "How's your appetite"...he doesn't ask anymore...my weight check...and my very round behind...tells on me. Yeah...I guess they only prescribe the good stuff to those who DON'T already have the munchies at 0200 in the morning!

So...other than the fact that no one needs to worry that I am wasting away, nothing much to report. Next chemo on Oct 3rd....Yippee #4 of 6!!! Wounds are healing slowly, but at least they are healing. I have found lots of new shopping sites online. In case some of you haven't seen me lately, or not seen recent pictures...I have chosen to wear some very pretty clothing from India, Saudi Arabia, Africa and Malaysia...lots of nice, loose stuff. They aren't as restrictive of movement and they cover me from sun exposure when I'm out. Some of them come with scarves that I use to cover my head, so that's an added bonus. So, in other words, I'm still a shopaholic!

Well...that's all to report for now. More later as things progress. Thanks to all who have sent cards. I'm a horrible "Thank You" note sender, but always know that they are appreciated and I love you all. One thing that I would love to receive every once in a while are pictures from you, your families, etc. It makes me think that I am keeping up with the rest of the world...and all your kids are growing up soooo very fast. You don't have to send printed pictures....emailed pictures are terrific and who knows...you may end up on my MySpace page....send me a friend request at www.myspace.com/chunkybuddha (Yes...my MySpace ID is Chunky Buddha...have you SEEN my picture???)

Anyway...my love to all...and as always....do those booby checks monthly!

Love,
Mel