Tuesday 5th March 2013
It’s been a few weeks since I’ve
posted last and a lot has been going on! The trip home to Wales was a great
success! Ebony’s 18th birthday party was so much fun - catching up
with family was lovely and mine and Mum’s fancy dress outfits went down well.
Wanting a costume which required a wig, I opted for Lady Gaga (outfit based on
the Telephone video). Mum went as the Queen, corgi in tow – I think you’ll
agree the mask wasn’t even needed! Mum could definitely be a look-a-like – new career
maybe?! The rest of the weekend was also a lot of fun, catching up with friends
over lunch and in town.
I had a meeting with Mr Spooner
the Monday following. I’ve been told that 14 doses of chemotherapy along with
25 sessions of radiotherapy are required. Not a pleasant thought, but one that
I’ve accepted – if I need it to get through to the other side of this then I’ve
got no choice but to go for it. I have a fitting for my radiotherapy mask next
week and the treatment for this will commence a few weeks later. As for the
chemotherapy, my 6th dose is a week Wednesday. After this the doses
lower so hopefully they’ll be a little easier. I was in hospital again last
week having 2 bags of blood as my levels had dropped, hopefully that won’t
happen as often when the doses are adjusted. 
My CT head scan went well on
Monday – I got to the clinic and sat down in the busy waiting area, before promptly
being escorted through to another area. This was much quieter; I presume it was
the VIP lounge!! Results from the scan are to follow shortly. I’m also waiting
on an appointment for a CT chest scan.
On a lighter note, I’ve had lots
of visits from friends and family these past few weeks, which has been lovely.
A few family friends came from home including one of Dad’s work colleagues, who
even bought me the local paper to catch up on the news of Billy Wells! My
auntie and uncle also came down from Leeds to spend the day with Mum and I, a
lovely chance for a family catch up J
My friends have continued to be
supportive – a few came over last weekend and we all had a great time visiting The
Custard Factory’s vintage fair! We all enjoyed having our nails done and shopping
for some great vintage clothing. We also enjoyed seeing Safe Haven at the
cinema – a lovely rom com I recommend to all the girls out there! I also dip
dyed my friend’s hair successfully - a new career in the beauty industry for me
maybe?!
More pampering happened yesterday
at the ward when the Body Shop team visited! Since I’d already had my nails
done it was time for a foot scrub and pedicure – pure bliss! A few days rest
and chill at home now until Friday when Mum and I have decided to visit the NEC
to see Crufts! Look out Dad a new French bulldog could be arriving at a home
near you sooner than you think ;)
This weekend I will be heading to
New Street, having lunch out and scouring the shops for Lonely Planet guides
courtesy of my cousin Lou! Bring on the travels! Can’t wait J Then Mother’s
Day....well can’t say too much but card and gift all sorted! Then Olly Murs
concert on 12th March and finally back in for the next round of chemo
on the 13th March. Over and out for now folks!
