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a mini road trip and a doctor visit
We’re heading to Coeur d’Alene today to meet with a new oncologist. An oncologist for the summer. Banjo Man needs to have someone here to administer his medication every three months. It will be a three-hour round trip, so while … Continue reading
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a pepe pizza party
Yesterday we celebrated the 37th—and LAST–session of radiation. Banjo Man made it through this with his only side effect being tired. His doctor beamed as they said goodbye. Can you tell how happy Banjo Man is that this over? A … Continue reading
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more comfort food, please
Last week we learned that Banjo Man’s radiation treatments would not end on February 21, but on March 2. 37 total. That’s a lot, but still…completely doable. He’s disappointed, of course, and wearing down, but the weather keeps cooperating and … Continue reading
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it’s a small, small world
In my neverending stacks of plastic bins a colorful part of my childhood was stored. Yes, the “dolls from around the world” had been waiting to be discovered again for fifty-eight years. I was very happy to see them. Maybe … Continue reading
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craving turkey
I may never eat turkey again. I’ll back up. Last week Banjo Man had a craving for turkey soup. His appetite has diminished during radiation and his love of soup has drastically increased. So I cooked a turkey last Sunday. … Continue reading
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goodbye january, see you next year
Today Banjo Man will complete his 15th radiation treatment. Meaning he’s halfway to the finish line. Feel free to applaud!!! Meanwhile, back in the office, I overslept and am still in my nightgown, but that’s okay. Banjo Man’s friend Steve … Continue reading
Posted in quilting, rhode island, television, the cancer fight
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week 2 is behind us
This was the view from my car in the cancer center’s parking lot. We’ve had a bit of rain, but thankfully no snow. Banjo Man is doing very, very well so far. He’s like Superman. As usual, the doctors and … Continue reading
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new chowder for the new year
I am no stranger to making chowder. Clam chowder, quahog chowder, shrimp and corn chowder, fish chowder? I’ve made it. I’ve rarely followed a recipe, preferring to combine recipes or just wing it. And life was good. But a few … Continue reading
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swallowed a what????
What’s a radiology appointment without lunch at Cracker Barrel? I speak from experience. Thursday’s special is the Roast Turkey dinner. Just sayin’. Wednesday morning we drove 35 minutes north to discuss the next step in Banjo Man’s treatments. He was … Continue reading
Posted in family, rhode island, shopping, the cancer fight
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and so we are thankful
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! I hope you are looking forward to a lovely day of food and family and friends. And pie. The day before Thanksgiving last year: The day before Thanksgiving this year: And now it is Thanksgiving morning and … Continue reading
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