Anniversary

Today is exactly five months since my diagnosis of Stage IV lung cancer. It really seems like a lifetime ago, and it sort of is -- spending this time reminiscing about a chockful, wonderful life.
But for those of you that I don't get to see, time for a brief medical update. As expected, my physical world has shrunk pretty dramatically, although not my mental. The good news is I am not in any pain, sleep well at night and still enjoy a good meal.
The not-so-good-news is I am already weak, spending most of my time in bed. Perhaps the wheelchair delivered today will help get me back out to the dining room. I can't imagine leaving the house anymore, though. Somehow the pill bottle count on my nightstand has grown to eight, but luckily,I can still manage them so I am alert, not drugged or drowsy. The coughing, which can badly interfere with communicating (very frustrating) is nicely under control for the moment. Fingers crossed it stays that way.
A liter of saline 3 times a week keeps me hydrated. So luxurious to get it in my own bed, thanks to Chris. I doubled the steroid dose to see if it helps my right-side weakness. All my typing is now just left-handed, pretty slow-going! It just adds to how difficult it is to keep the blog going, but I am committed, eventually turning to dictation at some point, assuming I can keep the cough under control.