Tuesday, Oct. 26th

     Today I went to get my hair trimmed so I'll look more like myself - I am not sure whether or not I will actually loose all my hair from the chemo, so I decided to wait and see before cutting it all off.  It looks good now.  Yesterday I didn't feel good, fuzzy headed and very tired, which makes it easy to get discouraged.  But I felt much better toward the evening - which is typical for me since I am a night person.  Today I am doing good. 
     I have already seen some of my symptoms subside!  I not longer seem to be having a real problem with the cough - a great relief!  That coughing urge is gone, and if I need to I can just clear my throat or cough a little.  Also, I can now sleep on either side and not feel that I can't breathe well - this is also a real relief.  So, I am very encouraged and know the Lord is with me and healing me.  I have loved reading Psalm 71 lately, "Your righteousness reaches to the skies, O God, you who have done great things.  Who, O God, is like you?  though you have made me see troubles, many and bitter, you will restore my life again:"  He is good and faithful.
      So, the view from the battlefield is blessedly quiet for now.  How glad I am for all those around me ready to step in when I need reinforcements, and for those always on watch in prayer!  I am blessed!