Who would have thought that the worst part about the first 48 hours after Chemotherapy would be Chemo hiccups? Hard, long-lasting, nothing makes them go away hiccups! I thought that Ran had read everything there was to know about what we were headed into. We've heard very little so far that we hadn't already read at least a little about. But, NOBODY mentioned this little side effect! When we visited with Peggy after Super Hero radiation this morning she said it was normal. One nausea medicine should help it (although the other one, as Nurse Ran was convinced, may be what is causing it!)
It's a rainy cold day in Iowa City and a nap was in order.
After the sun came out we ventured to the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum - if not exercising at least we would be standing and learning! It's rather funny that Randy has wanted to visit several Presidential Libraries in the past and time just didn't allow us to stop. Now, as life has forced time upon him, Herbert Hoover will be the first! It was a very well done museum. Can't think of anything more fitting at this venture than to read, watch and hear about Hoover's humanitarian centered life. A bumpy road as the President but an otherwise unwavering personal mission.
Oh my gosh I hate the hiccups! Sorry Randy. Thinking about you guys. Try to stay warm as the weather changes.
ReplyDeletePeace and prayers,
Travis
Sorry to hear about the hiccups, Randy. They can be exhausting. I hope they don't last long.
ReplyDeleteThe Hoover Museum sounds interesting. I'm also fasinated at history of the presidents and their libraries.
Take care, you two!
Mike
Have safe travels home, rest up....Guess what? You guys have another week done of this "interruption" Remember you can do anything for 20weeks!
ReplyDeleteOne could say your interruption is one big hiccup. (We should all yell BOO in unison to scare this whole thing out of you Randy!) Congratulations on one week done. Sending you two healing thoughts every single day.
ReplyDeleteBOO!
Ruthi
Reading every day! Love you guys!
ReplyDeleteKeri
Finally able to catch up with you guys. Sending thoughts and prayers every day! Stay strong.
ReplyDeleteThis blog is a wonderful idea, Katie. Thanks so much for keeping everyone easily updated by posting your journal. We think of Randy and you all the time and of course, our spiritual prayers are sent your way. Even though I'm in Hermann can I call for a, "Recliner Party at the Hobo House" when Randy is healthy again? :) lisa
ReplyDeleteFall Back your clocks, so not too early for appts. Years ago I was on a job in S.Dak. went to fly out of Iowa City and missed the flight because it was that Spring Forward Sunday and I did not. Indiana had no DST then and I had no idea at first why I was 15 minutes late for a flight I thought I was 45 minutes early to. Ended up at the airport all day because next flight had a malfunction and airline had to fly in parts and mechanic, and I already turned in the rental car. Glad to see you're out and about the town I never got to see.
ReplyDeleteNormal 'secret cure' for hiccups is to down a couple shots of dill pickle juice, but might not help your case. Keep up the fight! You're gonna win!