Went in for the CAT scan. Just a routine test. Spent the week getting better.

The week was pretty normal as far as the after-effects of chemotherapy go. The only noticeable difference has been the persistence of the neuropathy. Neuropathy, for the uninitiated, is a catch-all term that refers to damage or interference with the nerves. For me, it manifests in a very heightened sensitivity to cold in my fingers and toes, and numbness in my two front teeth. Also a heightened sense of smell.

So. Went in for the CAT scan but knew from past experience I wouldn’t know the results til Tuesday, when I would meet with Dr. Kirkwood. Based on how I was feeling (great, overall), I assumed the test would show the tumor had shrunk to the size of a raisin, or disappeared altogether. But experience has taught me that what I assumed and what I felt didn’t necessarily matter.  I would have to wait to talk to Dr. Kirkwood.

After the scan I went home, and Kaki and I got ready for Whit and Nicole’s wedding reception at Delfina. Being at public events is interesting for me now. People are always surprised that I’m there. I think they expect me to be more knocked out by the chemo. Based on what I’ve learned about my chemo regimen, I can’t say I blame them.

It was a great night. It was wonderful catching up with so many people I hadn’t seen in a while. It was great to be there, and to offer a toast to the happy couple. And the food was delicious – I ate till I felt like a goose being prepped for pate. I had to bring home my dessert (a strawberry and shortcake tort) because I was simply too full to eat it. It was delicious when I finally did – the first dessert I’ve eaten in many weeks.

We left the reception to pick up Robert and Christine at SFO. They spent the weekend at our place. It was great to have some East Coast energy in the house. Technically, Robert is responsible for hiring the “dinner band” for my fundraiser, since he introduced me to them via the internet. You can find them  on this website via the link for “Inspirational Music”