29th Birthday...in the chair

Yesterday I turned 29! Unfortunately, I spent most of the day 'in the chair' at chemo. (no...not the massage chair) . I was, however, able to celebrate by going to breakfast with my mom and neighbor prior to treatment. And... the nurses surprised me with an American Flatbread! (I had been talking about how much I love them during the previous treatment). And... my friend surprised me with a visit which made the treatment go by a little faster! Those were the highs of my day!

Unfortunately, though, the side effects seemed to come into effect much quicker this time around. I've felt pretty lousy since I got home yesterday... so I've spent most of my time in bed or on the couch. I have watched some funny movies though! (Knocked Up was great!)

A new side effect I've noticed is the peripheral neuropathies (my fingers tingle intermittently when I try to use them...feels like pins and needles) I've also realized that the smell of the dressing tape over my port makes me nauseous...so I try not to smell it (its just so damn close to my nose! Arg!) I did speek with a psychologist yesterday who I am going to start meeting with to work on my anticipatory nausea. She spoke of starting some biofeedback and visualization therapy. I'll let you know how it goes!

Here's a pic of my massage and flatbread...yum!

I was able to enjoy and celebrate my birthday early, as I went to the best restaurant with a group of girlfriends on Sat. night! If you are ever near Vergennes, VT you must try the Black Sheep Bistro! I'm still craving the pumpkin curry bisque...and I don't even have an appetite right now! We celebrated the right way with good companty, food, dessert, and a champagne toast! Thanks friends! I had a great time!