Saturday, September 12, 2009

It's A Wrap!

Yesterday was my last day of radiation. I had two sessions, one in the morning one in he afternoon. That's it, I'm done. No more Chemo, no more radiation. Now my beaten up body can start to recover. I have been spending most of my last few days in bed, either sleeping or taking it easy. Eating is still a bit of hit and miss. Sometimes the food says down, sometimes I throw up a lot. So, it's a bit of a mixed bag between doing well and doing lousy these days. Now I am impatiently waiting to get better. Some people say that the coming week will still worsen my condition a bit due to the additive effects of the radiation. I guess we'll see.

14 comments:

Laura said...

You must be feeling such a huge relief. Congratulations on getting through what I'm sure is the greatest challenge you'll ever face. And kudos to Ange and your mom for being there to help you through it. You are all my heroes.

Anonymous said...

Dr. Dean Schraeder at the Centre for Natural Medicine on Lilac(is it???) I hear is a good post-cancer treatment naturopath. Detoxing, recovery, etc. All the best for a full recovery!
Love Kim

Wendy Broadfoot said...

Thank God that part is behind you---you are an amazing man, and your honesty has helped me, and no doubt hundreds of others, to realize what life is really all about!
Take Care and let everyone pamper you--you deserve it!!
Thanks for the update. If you ever need some musical entertainment to cheer you up, just call and I will bring my quartet over to sing for you.

Anonymous said...

It's great to know it is over and now starts a new chapter. I hope to see you soon. I'll keep praying. Gerry

kevin Aichele said...

AWESOME!!! The worst part is over now. What a relief it must be to not have to face another radiation or chemo treatment. Take that cancer!!

Love you and still praying for you both!

Anonymous said...

YES!!!!!

Unknown said...

Yer a freakin' warrior my friend. I love you.

Ange, you've carried the silent burden of being the "partner of the one who is sick" and you've done it with grace, strength and beauty (although I'm sure there have been many moments that have been messy and overwhelming). Olaf has made it clear from the beginning that he is acutely aware of how difficult it must be to be the one who ISN'T sick & I couldn't agree more.

My hat is off to you and I humbly bow in respect.

Anonymous said...

YAY!!! I'm proud of you for making it through! I hope life starts to be more enjoyable and all the german chocolate I sent you will soon melt in your mouth giving you the pleasure it has always given you. Love you alot and hopefully I can give you a huge hug someday soon.

Richard said...

Watch TV, listen to music, be waited upon (by that glorious lady by your side) and, like you say, take it easy. I wish I was there to drop by from time to time, but know, always, you are in my thoughts.
I just noted in a journal entry that this Blog has kept so many people informed, and, more importantly, connected to you. Thank you SO much for your honesty and candor. Your generosity of sharing has gone a long way to easing our worry and filling our hearts. Thank you for this.
With much love to you both!
Richard

Mike said...

Glad to see you home! Hang in there, things will get better soon... thanks for keeping the blog up to date too, always checking in to see how things are progressing. You're gonna kick this, I know it...

Jennifer Lyon said...

Thank goodness the worst is over and you're home again, Olaf. I know you'll just get stronger and stronger as each day passes. You and Angela are an inspiration to all of us. I feel honoured to know you both.
You're always in my thoughts....
xo

Unknown said...

Olaf You Rock!!!

Are you trying to show us how ripped you are or is that the feeding tube? I love you my friend. Laura and I sending our best and we'll see you soon. We're gonna be in the 'peg in Nov./Dec. How's Ange"s Puppet?

xoxoxo

Ronnie

Anonymous said...

Awesome! So glad you're done! Keep pushing thru...you're gonna kick this. Continuing to pray for you both. Thanx for keeping us posted.

Unknown said...

Hey! Hope you are starting to feel better. If you are up for company give me a call. Look forward to seeing you! Keep fighting. Love you!