November 11, 2008 9:45 AM

I apologize for no blog entry for yesterday but at the end of the day when I have normally done it, I was a little bit under the weather battling a fever - which is to be expected. The fact that I am now doing this is a good indication that I have certainly overcome that minor setback and am feeling a lot better.

But I will tell you that the heating system in here leaves a lot to be desired. Either it kicks out cold air so that it feels like the arctic tundra or it kicks out warm air and you feel like you are deep in the Amazon jungle. Thus if you feel cold, you cannot be sure that it is simply the way the heat works or maybe you are actually running a fever. Ditto when you are feeling hot - it could simply be the heat once again.

My little IV pole yesterday had more stuff hanging on it than a Christmas tree - what with blood transfusions, chemo therapy, antibiotics, blood supplements, and a bunch of other stuff as well.
Had some visitors yesterday as well in the morning and afternoon - so in spite of my condition at the end of the day - it was a good day. Its always nice to connect with friends and family.

Now for the important stuff - my all important numbers are where they are supposed to be - so that is a good sign. I am now into day 6 of the chemo - only 1 more to go - but that is when all the fun starts because your counts are down and they have to be very watchful for any type of ailment because you have no resources to fight them.

I look forward to having an uneventful day today - will let you know later on.

Bob