Hi Dan,
I just joined this forum today and have seen your name quite a few times in my reading. I didnt realize you were so recent out of treatment. If you read my introduction, you'll realize that I'm knee deep in self pity, that sometimes I dont realize that there are a lot of people out there in the same predicament. I just want to say that it does get better. I was diagnosed with stage 4 tonsil cancer, had modified radical neck disection, 33 radiation treatments and 3 cycles of cisplatin. It was a nightmare. But each day it gets better. Keep a positive attitude and know that depression goes with the territory. I was on antidepressants for 6 months and my doc suggests I go back on them. I suppose I'm just not allowed to cry in front on anyone anymore. Well, except for you guys. Hang in there, you'll enjoy food again, once the thrush is gone and you are able to taste. I do think cold weather affects me adversely, so I can understand your frustration. But get out there and shovel that snow, it'll get your blood pumping.

Keep your chin up,

Kelley