Easter week

We went to Devon over Easter and due to the weather, which was a bit blustery and wet, it turned into a gastronomic few days. We ate very well in the local hostelries, did a bit of star spotting of people on the telly, no-one really exciting though. We took the small van, didn't use the awning due to the conditions, it may be her last trip before her makeover due very soon. She's great for the narrow lanes in Devon.

Went to see the lymph nurse last week, leg is only 6% larger and has good shape. However she did recommend Physio because of the limp I've developed. The referral was quick so on Friday we went to St Peters to see the physio. I was surprised how weak my leg has become because of the nerve compression by the tumour. So I have lots of exercises to do to build up the muscles in my leg and ankle to compensate. I also have a stick to help me walk properly and it's making a difference. One thing I learned is that I have been using the stick in the past in the wrong hand, it should be the opposite side to the problem leg, so that hasn't helped either. It's going to take a while to build up the strength again and the gym is vital for my general fitness too, she was pleased I was going so regularly.

Going backwards, on Thursday we went to the Marsden, had the usual blood tests, the extra blood I'd had hasn't made a huge amount of difference to my HB count, but I could have guessed that, as it hadn't given me a lot of energy. They spotted my vitamin B12 count was low so they ran some more tests, I'm waiting for the results. Also had a CT scan which was planned, so next week we will find out the latest position and whether I will stay on the trial.

Going backwards again, on Wednesday a friend of mine Rosie (who works there) arranged a walk round the Penny Brohn Cancer Centre in Pill followed by lunch for Frank and I. It was really good to see it and I think I will use some of the facilities over the coming months, so thanks for that Rosie. They have a website, if anyone reading this wants more info.

So it's been a busy old week, having a couple of days at home getting over it, not really, went to the gym this morning and started my new exercises too.

Speak soon
Sheila x