Gold Star Patient

Being a life-long overachiever can have its down side, but it's a good thing in this world of cancer recovery. I saw the surgeon at Swedish Hospital today, and he's very pleased with my recovery from the surgery. (I can't believe it was less than two weeks ago!) So indeed, with the support of my friends and family, I'm making a speedy recovery.

As is no surprise, the final pathology report does show some cancer in the lymph node in the esophagus. That's consistent with what we expected, and the good news is that it does not seem to be widespread. As the doc said, he's very happy with where we are  now from where he thought things were when we started. This is definitely a situation in which if he's happy, I'm happy.

Now I'll be transferred back to Dr. Kang here in Olympia for chemo. I don't know when that will start, but certainly within a couple of weeks.

My stint with round-the-clock babysitting is nearly over. Actually, it's been more like a non-stop pajama party. It'll feel strange to be alone, and also a positive step toward a return to normalcy.

Again, visitors welcome with advance notice!