My fever was gone by Friday, but I felt tired and had a low level nausea all weekend (I occasionally had to force myself to eat a meal, but by last night devoured the delicious lemon, garlic, oregano, pepper and olive oil-coated pork chops Chef Nancy cooked up). It's definitely a bit worse than after the first chemo, but still manageable. However, it made for a mostly housebound weekend. Didn't even take a real walk. But got lot of reading done. The bright spot was yesterday when we had our four-year old granddaughter for most of the afternoon. Grandma had the duty, played with her while I stayed glued to my recliner, getting the occasional visit by a kitty tickling me or a puppy climbing onto my lap. It was wonderful having our little sweetheart there. And I feel much better today.
Some random thoughts: I'm listening to a wonderful book, "The Alchemist", by Paulo Coelho. It's kind of a philosophical speculation built inside a story that's a fantasy and an adventure, beautifully written by Coehlo, a Brazilian author. It's the story of a young Andalusian shepherd who travels through Arab lands in search of a treasure waiting for him at the pyramids, but whose search, aided by various wise men and women, is in fact for his "personal legend". I'm completely hooked, enjoying it immensely, and highly recommend it. Also, Nancy watched the Grammys last night. She was knocked out by Mick Jagger, who she said looked and sang great, like a young kid. Ok, I'm jealous. I'm sure he's even older than me. He has no right looking and acting so young. It ain't fair.
Listened to the book about a year ago and also loved it. Glad you're feeling better. Still waiting for my commission.....
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