Hi Everyone - and thanks ever so much for the lovely messages. It made me feel happy reading them, knowing they were sent by people who are battling this coward and also by those who are carrying the heartache of losing someone they loved.
So, this is the first time I have been on site for what seems like ages, and I've missed all of you. I am still plagued with the breathlessness, but I went out with Mick today for a walk (a very slow walk) along Regents Canal in our part of Hackney, so at least I am back into getting exercise, albeit at the same speed as the Six Million Dollar Man, when he was in slow motion, lol. When I logged on, I noticed that I have rather a lot of PM's, and whilst I promise I will get around to answering them, I thought this wee update would let you all know that I was back in town. I start my course of radiotherapy on 25th February, which will hopefully do something to alleviate the breathing problems, plus deal with the small localised mass of cancer which is at the centre of my chest. I'm feeling very positive about the whole busiiness, even though I loathe radiotherapy - absolutely loathe it. My GP has prescribed extra Lorazepam for me to take on the days when I am being zapped, so that puts my mind at rest, as they do calm me down. I think that's all, but I have to tell you that it feels great being back on site, able to read your Blogs and get your PM's. You've all been so supportive, which has done wonders for my self esteem - it does lift you up when so many people reach out to you. Finally, I would like to thank you all for being the kind and caring people that you are. I hope all of you are well and that someone is caring for you, with lots of love kate xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
