There's a light at the end of this tunnel...

shining bright at the end of this tunnel. Please take a moment to listen.

http://www.last.fm/music/Third+Day/_/Tunnel

It was a long day yesterday. We didn't get home until after 5:30. But, it was a good day. The MUGA scan indicated that my heart is actually functioning at a higher level than it was before. 5% higher. That, in spite of the fact that I continue to receive a drug that is known to damage the heart, so that was great news.

The PET scan was clear except for a small cyst in the pelvic area which did not show up as cancerous. So, imagine the collective sighs of relief in that exam room. :)

I lost another 5 pounds which continues to concern him so I have to go see the endocrinologist. I also have to get another mammogram before my next appointment so, guess what. Once again I am waiting to find out when these appointments will be scheduled and they won't put me on the chemo schedule until they have that information. Here we go again. :)

But, no matter. It is what it is and the appointments will be whenever. I want Fridays but if I can't get it, so be it. There is an end in sight now and I couldn't be more excited. We're even beginning preliminary discussions about a beach vacation this spring. This photo from the beach in northern California doesn't really even look like me any more but I love it. This crazy journey I have been on for the past year will end in about 5 months. Looking forward to the next one.

Later.