Laura, I agree with the other posts that she will likely be ok with travel by November. I wanted to say that your idea of including her in your trip is a wonderful idea. It should give her something to look forward to.

Take care

Mark, 21 Year survivor, SCC right tonsil, 3 nodes positive, one with extra-capsular spread. I never asked what stage (would have scared me anyway) Right side tonsillectomy, radical neck dissection right side, maximum radiation to both sides, no chemo, no PEG, age 40 when diagnosed.