David,
Welcome, and much luck with the ongoing treatment. I hate to tell you this, but you are going to be ill once you get started on the radiation treatments.

H&N radiation is a double edged sword. On the positive side, I was told they had perhaps the most consistently good results with radiation in this area. The downside is that the side effects can be severe given the promimity to the surface, and the sensitivity of the tissues being irradiated.

It is not pleasant, or fun, but it is very doable. Keep hydrated and keep up your calorie intake. Those two things will keep you fighting.

Melboure is a beautiful city. I have relatives in Wagga Wagga and Bondai, would love to make another trip over there
Wayne