Well, the weight gain seems to be real! Whoopee! I am not feeling any strength gain yet, but know that it will come. Probably not beore this week's chemo knocks me back into the ashcan again.
The gain did surprise the oncologist though, along with the results of the 4/24 CT. Everything he could see on it and the report indicated that the tumor has suffered a real hit and is easing up the pressure on the remainder of my lungs.
The esophageal problems seem to be nearly over and I can now eat most anything, except cold (no shakes, durnit)
How many of you recognize the name "Dinty Moore"? For years (since the 50s), I have really liked their beef stew. It is rich, meaty and flavorful. Turns out they have been around since 1935, and have a product list that includes many old staples. So far, the chicken and dumplings are great! I think the richness of them is partly reaponsible for the weight gain I am having. In any event, they are too tasty to give up. Them and lots of puddings.
I still have one party interested in the Mouse if that goes nowhere, then it is off to trade a plane, etc.
Not looking forward to the hit beginning probably Sunday evening from yesterdays chemo, but I am in better condition to receive it than I have been. Wish me luck.
The gain did surprise the oncologist though, along with the results of the 4/24 CT. Everything he could see on it and the report indicated that the tumor has suffered a real hit and is easing up the pressure on the remainder of my lungs.
The esophageal problems seem to be nearly over and I can now eat most anything, except cold (no shakes, durnit)
How many of you recognize the name "Dinty Moore"? For years (since the 50s), I have really liked their beef stew. It is rich, meaty and flavorful. Turns out they have been around since 1935, and have a product list that includes many old staples. So far, the chicken and dumplings are great! I think the richness of them is partly reaponsible for the weight gain I am having. In any event, they are too tasty to give up. Them and lots of puddings.
I still have one party interested in the Mouse if that goes nowhere, then it is off to trade a plane, etc.
Not looking forward to the hit beginning probably Sunday evening from yesterdays chemo, but I am in better condition to receive it than I have been. Wish me luck.
