Monday 12th May
Good morning everyone, I hope you’ve slept well.
I slept well, I was asleep before 10pm, I was so tired. Woke up still tired but not as bad, less muscle ache but chemo brain is present.
No time for stretches, just breakfast, shower and straight out of the door to the hospital.
Drive in was slow, traffic everywhere even though I left at 7.30am. It took about an hour to arrive. Parked up and have checked in at the chemo lounge, no bloods today as I did that last Thursday. There’s a big sign saying the pharmacy has a 3.5 hour delay, I think it’s going to be a long day!! I’ve taken my pre meds and now I wait.
I’ve been called, weight and bp taken, nurse has said I have to wait for an hour before anything further.
Well well, I’ve been seen, given 2 injections and all completed, now I have to wait at the pharmacy for my prescription, they’ve said it’s nearly ready, I won’t hold my breath!! 😜
All done, I’m leaving and it’s only 11.15am.
I’m home, took an hour so not bad.
Treatment 5 completed, 3 more to go.
I’ve been a restless all afternoon and evening, as well as so tired. I did try to have a nap but just too restless.
This evening I’m still tired, no muscle ache but as ever, chemo brain is here.
Let’s see if I can sleep after the steroids this morning, only 5 tablets rather than the usual 10 so that should make a difference.
Good night all, sleep well.
❤️🙏🏽
Tuesday 13th May
Good afternoon everyone, I hope you’re well.
I slept well, woke up feeling exhausted, pushed myself to do full stretches followed by breakfast and a shower.
A few chores to do this morning but I’m feeling so exhausted, my chemo brain is saying do some exercise but my body and every muscle is saying no chance, I just have no energy. This appears to be an accumulation of all the 5 chemo treatments so far which explains how I’m feeling.
All day I’ve felt exhausted, every muscle in my body feels like it’s on empty and as well as chemo brain, my head also feels like I’m floating, yep, it’s frustrating. I managed to do a few chores but I just don’t have the strength.
Time for bed, a good sleep and waking up refreshed.
Good night all, sleep well.
❤️🙏🏽
Wednesday 14th May
Good afternoon everyone, I hope your week is going well.
I slept well, woke up feeling fatigued, my legs feels so heavy and all muscles have no energy.
Breakfast and shower, no energy for anything else. I really wanted to go for a walk and do some chores but I just don’t have any energy, my mind is willing but my body just can’t cope. Very frustrating but it’s all part and parcel of the treatment.
I decided not to go for a walk because I wanted to stay near home so I decided to mow the lawn, I did push myself and glad I did, when I finished, I did feel tired but just to get out felt good. Head is still floating due to chemo brain.
This evening I still feel exhausted, muscles are weak. I’m glad for the little exercise today. I just have to take each day as it comes, easier said than done.
Time for a good nights restful sleep.
Good night all, sleep well.
❤️🙏🏽
Thursday 15th May
Good afternoon everyone, I hope you’re well.
I slept well, woke up tired, legs heavy, head floating with chemo brain. Breakfast then full stretches, I seem to be getting out of breath doing basic exercise, this I know is because of the medication and will get better.
I met T & B for coffee and treats this morning, what’s happened to the weather, no sun, just pure white cloud and cold breeze. It was good to catch up, B just loves his treats.
I’m now home. When I’m walking I seem to be on one speed, no energy to increase my speed, like I’m on auto pilot, weird feeling.
It’s been a restful evening, feeling exhausted and chemo brain is making my head feel floaty. I’ve felt like I could have slept all day but too tired to actually sleep.
I need a good restful sleep, wake up refreshed with some energy.
Good night all, sleep well.
❤️🙏🏽
Friday 16th May
Good evening everyone, I hope you’ve had a good week.
I slept well, woke up feeling tired, floaty head. Breakfast and then full stretches, I just had to push myself, glad I did them.
A few chores this morning and then just rest, the fatigue never really leaving me.
This afternoon I went to the GP to have one of my childhood jabs. I’ve lost count of how many injections I’ve had.
This evening has been restful, energy level is sightly better but that level can just drop without warning, just crazy.
Time for bed, I’m feeling exhausted and so sleepy.
Good night all, sleep well.
❤️🙏🏽
Saturday 17th May
Good afternoon everyone, I hope you’ve had a lazy morning.
I slept well, still waking up feeling tired, less floaty feeling.
No energy for stretches, mind was very willing but body put a dampener on things. Breakfast, haircut, shower and out we went.
It’s been a lovely sunny day, just a cooling breeze. We had a celebratory outdoor garden lunch at Dr N’s parent’s house. It was nice to sit and enjoy the weather, Dr N cooked her signature healthy fish and chips. Even enjoyed a short walk but it wasn’t long before I got tired and out of breath. I’ve been feeling tired today, chemo brain and floaty feeling present but good to get out.
This evening I’m feeling exhausted, legs a little heavy and head foggy. My body feels stiff and generally uncomfortable, this isn’t me at all.
Time for bed and much needed sleep, I feel sleepy but maybe over tired.
Good night all, sleep well.
❤️🙏🏽
Sunday 18th May
Good afternoon everyone, I hope your weekend is going great.
I slept well, woke up less tired, chemo brain as usual, less floaty feeling. No stretches, just breakfast, shower and then we ventured out for a walk, just local, close to home because I have no idea how long before fatigue kicks in. I managed 3.5 miles with a couple of stops, I was getting tired after half way so I pushed myself to walk back home. I’m glad I did it and now home, I do feel the fatigue slowly kicking in so it’s time to rest.
The rest was much needed, this evening I have felt fatigued, energy levels have declined and the head floaty feeling has returned, still feeling positive.
Early night ready for a very early morning as it’s treatment day.
Good night all, sleep well.
❤️🙏🏽