Well it's been a busy week of parking, poking and prodding at Princess Margaret. The end result is that all biopsies came back negative. No primary has been found. This means they will radiate the obvious tumor on my neck and all other suspected sites including the other side of the neck. Met with Dr Sui, the Chemo Queen yesterday. She is a delight. I'll get Chemo on week 1, 4 and 7. Week 7 she says will be a challenge but she assures me that 'we' will do it. Another of the very positive competent world class practitioners at PMH.
I should have bought shares in the parking garage. Yesterday's appointments at 9Am and 4:40 PM ensured another $ 40 day. I rather be paying for green fees! I now have an official start date on March 29th. No overly happy with that given all the pre work we did in Vancouver to speed this up but the system moves at a pace I can't effect... that many be a big part of my learning. Get radiation on the 29th and for the next 34 week days after that until May 14 (that might be extended to make up for holidays or down days for equipment) and get my Chemo on the 30th. I stay overnight on any Chemo days so they can watch me and ply me with anti nausea drugs. I am sure there have been members of audiences at some of my speeches that wish they could have had those drugs!
Have talked with more folks who have gone though what I am facing. Constantly learning new things to help both physically and mentally. Thanks to you all for the amazing positive support. I'll update this as things progress and/or change.
So heard you were by the U18 camp....still on the go I see. I am sure the staff were happy to see you. Sounds like a grueling stretch ahead but it also sounds like you are in good hands. I am on my way back to TO-just sitting in Gander. You gotta love small towns and airports..less than 10 minutes from the end of the hockey game to completely checked in! There until the 25th so hopefully we can get a visit in!!!!
ReplyDeleteHey Peter
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for taking the time to let us all know where you are at. Know that your skating friends are reading your updates and cheering for you. Maybe you can hear Kari whistling :) If you ever need a ride anywhere i can drive you. Might even hire a yellow cab for you.... With love Michelle XO
Hi Peter, Sandra:
ReplyDeleteJust love you guys and just wanted you to know that!! Thinking and imaging health and vitality for you both every day, and inspired by your other friend you mentioned the other day, have asked my sweet elderly mom to do her form of imagery for you, prayer.
Love,
Charlotte
Peter;
ReplyDeleteAlthough we have only met a few times, I have considered these meetings as inspiring and a personal highlight. I know your focused intention on recovery will result in a positive outcome.
I look forward to meeting again - when you are well!
God bless.
Malcolm Sutherland
Hi Peter and Sandra
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you both. I am sure that the positive energy and love you both have will get you through this. If you ever need anything a drive or whatever let us know. Looking forward to talking with you again soon. Take care. Our thoughts are with you. Lee and Melanie
Hey Peter,
ReplyDeleteI was a bit hesitant to write you right after we heard to news, thought you might need some time for yourself and your family. I just wanted to let you know that I haven't stopped thinking about you. I know that you are such a strong positive person who will fight this and have even more wisdom to share after it is all said and done. I will be thinking of you on the 29th, sending you some positive waves... Stay strong we all believe in you, now we get to give back some of that powerful belief you have giving us for so many years... Talk to you soon.
Gina
Hi Peter and Sandra,
ReplyDeleteJust wanted you to both know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I care for both of you so very much. With love and support - Sheilagh