Wednesday January 19

Monday I was able to work my entire 24 hour shift at the FD.  I did not eat much at work but just enough to keep my strength up.  Not much appetite that day.  No fever issues that day.

Tuesday, Heidi and I had to travel to Columbus for an appointment after I got off work Tuesday morning.  I felt fine on the trip and Heidi helped with driving.  I was able to eat half of my lunch at a restaurant which was a huge improvement for me!  Heidi and I split a lunch which worked out well for both of us.  That evening, Craig Peeps baked us a wonderful Lasangna and brought to the house.  I was able to eat almost a normal portion size!  I did get a fever of 100.0 this evening and took some Tylnenol prior to going to bed.  My energy level was returning to almost normal levels.

Wednesday, today I am visiting Dr. Marquienz (Oncologist) for a "check up" after Chemo round one and also getting lab work completed.  He will do a CBC (Complete Blood Count) to make certain not too low for next chemo round.  Make sure I don't have any infections (which I don not believe).  I am planning to work my regular 24 hour shift at FD tomorrow (Thursday).  Then on Friday, I will have surgery to have the Mediport placed in my chest by Dr. Espinal at Akron City.  This is an out patient procedure and I hope to be home by 5 pm!  (probably enjoying some more of Craig's wonderful Lasangna!)