Debbie, I have decided that NO TRACH is my favorite expression in the world right now. I was so scared of that thing, although I do think I would have done fine with it the second time around, knowing what to expect.
I've had a pretty good afternoon so far. Having a little trouble controling my pain because I hate using the Vicodin, it makes me loopy and puts me to sleep. I'm trying some extra strength tylenol so we'll see how that does. Might have to give in and use the vicodin for a few more days.

Have a great Sunday!
Minnie

SCC Left Mandible. Jaw replaced with bone from leg. Neck disection, 37 radiation treatments. Recurrence 8-28-07, stage 2, tongue. One third of tongue removed 10-4-07. 5-23-08 chemo started for tumor behind swallowing passage, Our good friend and much loved OCF member Minnie has been lost to the disease (RIP 10-29-08). We will all miss her greatly.