What a year, it really has been pretty shitty for me and my family. Although there were some good times and fun memories 2010 will always be remembered as the year I got cancer. Although in reality it probably has been in my body for quite a few years. Me having cancer has not been the only horrible thing that has happened to me and my family this year and I really am glad to see the end of 2010. What will 2011 bring? Hopefully some stability and happiness, not too much to ask for I think. All I really want is to be happy and healthy.
Two more treatments to go and then the end of this ride....... I hope. The radiotherapy is causing my skin in the area they are treating to turn quite pink, sort of like a bad case of sunburn, ironic really when you think sunburn is probably how I got this in the first place, there is very little pain associated with it but the tiredness is very bad. Most days I feel very normal in the mornings but by about 11 I start to go downhill quickly and need to have a sleep (not a good look falling asleep at my desk at work). I have taken a few days off work when needed and have been taking things easy on weekends. The doctors say the tiredness can last for up to a month after the treatment finishes. I have managed to ride my bike 3-4 times a week throughout the treatment and hopefully by the end of January I can start getting back to a level of fitness that will let me be part of a race rather than just hanging on.
Had a quiet new years with just a few friends and brother over for a barbie, didnt feel up to much really but managed to stay awake till midnight, had a few laughs, talked shit and watched the kids fall asleep one bye one. Hope everyone has a great 2011, thanks Col'
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