Sunday, January 15
Adaption seems to be the word of the week for me.
First and foremost is my body adapting to the new cancer drug: Enazlutamide. I mentioned previously that this is the synthetic non-steroidal anti-androgen drug approved in 2012, which was so expertly delivered by the UPS driver who skidded to a halt in front our house eleven days ago. I take a daily oral dose of 160mg. I am trying to adapt to the side effects of aching joints and intense fatigue. Now, mind you, this fatigue is nothing compared with the chemotherapy sessions of last summer. However, I am dragging myself to bed at day’s end and sleeping for up to 10 hours a night. This is annoying but still acceptable since I do not need to report to work nor be responsible for anyone other than myself. Nonetheless, this weariness is so much different than what I’ve experienced over the last few months.
Myself, along with the rest of Eugene, were forced to adapt to our icy, snowy roads and frigid temperatures. My bike ride to the climbing gym earlier this week was comical and most challenging. I especially like the comment from a woman on the sidewalk. She yelled: “Wow you are brave……………or just stupid”
Finally, this past week I have started my climbing training for the upcoming season. It feels great to back at the gym, especially with my friends and climbing buds, Laurie, Linda, Bob etc. Will it be Red Rocks, City of Rocks, Smith Rocks and/or Squamish? It matters not, time to adapt to this challenge, as I have not been on the wall for quite some time.
Not sure what this Tuesday coming (UCSF appointment) will require with respect to adaption, but I’ll be sure to report the results soon enough.
Trying to keep up and Adapting!
I’ll be thinking of you tomorrow! Whatever has come so far, you’ve adapted well and I know you’ll continue to do so. I’ve really loved seeing all the shots of snow in Eugene. The skiing looks terrific!
Mike…I am liking the theme of adaptation. Just reading this has inspired me to adjust my thinking on a number of fronts. I only wished I could have joined you out on your brave (stupid) bike ride during the snow but the ice on the hills reminded me that its better to stay upright!
Wishing you all the best with the new regime and that the fatigue gradually fades away. I’m still thinking of your smile from the night at Joey’s and Sandra’s and it brings a smile to my face! You have always been that amazing positive guy (hey, might you have passed that on to McKenzie????)! I hope to see you and Laurie again soon. Keep that bright light alive…Dolly
My Dearest Big Bro!
I first learned about the General Adaptation Theory at SDSU School of Nsg., 1979. Soooooo happy to know, and feel, it still is alive and well in the AMAZING YOU!
With this being my first comment on your blog, not sure what else to say other than I miss you and love you so very much! Your Grateful Sis, Annamarie