I am posting this note earlier than normal so that I can have a relaxing evening. I have multiple TV options, particularly since the research manager is out for the evening.
Today has been a good day. I felt good all day. A true red shirt day.
I sort of played tennis. Not even the best player could have helped me today.
I did the full breakfast routine and went off to do major shopping for the bridge club. I have not been to Sam's Club for quite a while and it was good to check things out there.
I enjoyed an afternoon of bridge and helped clean up.
Just as I was leaving, I got the call that I was waiting for from the cancer center.
The good news: My CEA reading was 2.0, down from the most recent 2.5. That this number has dropped further into the "normal range" is a good sign, given that I just went 5 weeks with no chemo.
The bad news: My potassium level is still very low. As a result, I have to go to the center tomorrow for a 2 hour infusion of potassium.
It is thought that the diarrhea has been a big factor in this potassium crisis (it is serious - there is a major heart risk). The bowels seem to be inching in the right direction and so the combination of the infusion and some digestive improvement will hopefully help right the ship.
Life is a voyage and we are weathering these rough waters, trying to stay afloat. Hmmm, I wish I could have a root beer one.
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