It seems like eons ago when the lump was discovered. I amazes me that this journey we are on, has only been a whirlwind journey of two months.

How can a small lump disrupt and change things up so much? Our new topysy-turvy normal is taking quite a bit for both of us to get used to.

Richard has completed his second week of radiation yesterday. This Monday, his chemo is over half way done.

Today is the first day of weakness (feeling unable to do) for Richard. He is a "doer", living his life in the dirt (landscaping) and in the water (surfing is his passion). Now he is temporarily unable to do either. I have to focus on the temporary part of this and encourage him to do so, also.

He has a PEG tube installed, but up to today, has not used it. Today may be the start - he is unable/does not feel like eating.

Praying that this "phase" will quickly pass.

Barbara (Richard's helpmate and "nag")