Kevin's bouncy vision continues to be an issue. We have been told that the first symptoms to show up will be the last to leave. Yes, bouncy vision was a problem certainly as far back as late October. Kevin also has some annoying mild headaches. Are they due to the steroid taper, bouncy eyes, or something else? Hopefully with continued treatments this too will get better.
Usually on Chemo Tuesdays Kevin takes the rest of the day off and relaxes in his "comfy chair". Today after a short rest, and a Pleasure Point Pizza slice for lunch, he worked on some therapy exercises for his trunk strength. Kathlin rewarded him with a solar shower. Since it is very difficult for Kevin to bathe inside with our shower/tub on the first floor, we have rigged up an outdoor camp shower on our sunny back deck. The water heats up nicely, as long as the morning fog clears out. We can easily wheel his chair right in and take care of business. Kevin stays nice and warm sheltered from the breeze. By the time they are finished, Kathlin usually ends up pretty sweaty. Unfortunately the solar heated water bag has been drained by then with no water left for her!
*contributed by Mom while Stacy is camping in Colorado
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great job on the post Carolyn!
Kevin, we are so glad to hear how great you are doing! I just returned from backpacking so I know all about solar showers, except we had a little arctic wind and mosquitoes ready and willing to take a bite out of us! I am glad your showers are more comfortable!
Siskiyou (Chammy's sister) just had part of her right ear bitten off by one of the neighbors dogs, but is recovering. She looks like Mike Tyson got a hold of her. She gets to wear the lovely bucket contraption on her head and is tolerating it quite well, but seems slightly humiliated and walks into walls constantly. We may need to do some touch up painting after the week is up!
Keep up the great work Kevin. hmmmmmm, I am thinking Pizza sounds good for dinner tonight!
With Love, Toni and Steve
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