Hi there, I wish I had a picture of this, but I went out on my bike today. To get fruit and veg from unicorn, I worked out that if I got there by bike, I could then push the bike home, and the bike would take the weight of the shopping. I felt absolutely fine on two wheels. I have to say that when I got home, I was very tired, but the whole trip was a big success. (I will add photo tomorrow)
I was meant to have a dishwasher delivered. The delivery men called about 9am to say they were on their way, and they checked that I had the dishwasher at home. I don't! The last delivery men came were unable to remove the integrated dishwasher, so took the dishwasher back with them. When John Lewis called about the delivery, I have to say that I was not as diplomatic as I could have been (I am blaming it on the steroids). I was very curt, and explained that this was the third time the dishwasher had not been installed, and that I was about to start radiotherapy and chemotherapy, and that I would not be able to wait in for delivery men to arrive. Fortunately the caller was very diplomatic, and he has given me a two hour delivery slot 7 - 9 am on Friday. Let's hope this works out.
I have a lunchtime sleep, and then start dusting my bedroom. I am proudly sitting in bed between perfectly clean chest of drawers. I have rediscovered my jewellery, cleaned it and started wearing it. I listened to the radio as I enjoyed a spring clean. My best moment is Kate Bush singing "Running up that Hill" - I felt really good.
I made juice using the fruit and veg. I have eaten well today - a good balance of fresh and cooked, lots of colour.
At the end of the day, I went for a walk. I am walking a little bit further every day. Today, I walked to the meadows, and as far as the river Mersey, and then returned along the cut. I was gently out of breath, and walking at a reasonable pace. Tomorrow, I will extend the walk again - I will go to Jackson's boat and then return. My muscles are starting to return, which helps me feel positive about myself. I will carefully get myself in good shape.
I have a busier day tomorrow - Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist are coming to see how I am getting on. I would like a hand rail in the bathroom, and some key exercises. Anna Dawson from Chorlton High School is dropping in, and it will be good to see her. I have arranged a mobile massage for late afternoon, using a voucher from Sally. Thursday is my first radiotherapy appointment.
Have a good night. Love you all. Sarah xxx
