Day One of Radiation

Hi all,
'Interesting' is the way I'm feeling about my first day of radiation, and a bit uneventful. Whenever Steve is with me, nothing eventful happens.

I got to lay topless in my body cast, in a warm CT room. Who has ever been in a radiology department,and it be warm? It isn't right, not the norm for sure! Steve stood by, caressing my lower left leg while the techs aligned me into that exact position, I previously talked about. The techs arranged the machine a few times before it was right; they continuously explained what was happening & why. I really appreciated being told what was happening; the knowledge gave a tiny bit of relief from the anxiety of the experience. Once I was in correct position, I was done. It was such a quick evolution, that I didn't know it occurred! The techs assured me that the future visits will be a lot quicker. I'll keep ya'll posted.

The paint on my chest got touched up, because after five days, it had started to wear off. Now, my color is a greenish-blue! The marking is now in a "sorta" oblong position, smack in the middle of my boobies! You can see just a little bit of the green-blue paint when I wear a regular collared shirt.

Like I said, uneventful day. I suppose the experience, and the actual radiation counts as an event, if I had to have one. Maybe I should say, nothing tramatic happend, & no major tears were spilled! I'll keep you guys updated in another day or so.

For those who have signed the guestbook & or left me comments, thank-you! This new battle has a new set of fears associated with it. The words of encouragment, and love keep me centered & focused on the positives. Thank-you for helping me get through this! Talk to you soon....