Unable to run due to continued problems with my feet I took the role of "Runner Support" and set up a surprise aid station at one of the turnaround points. With Christmas music playing, hot cider, cookies, chips and dips I surprised our group of runners (twenty strong!) at the turnaround. Later, after all had passed or headed back to the cars I tore down and then set back up at our starting point to await their return. Even though I would have preferred to be running I had great fun and know my running compatriots did as well.
My recovery from chemo continues at a surprisingly slow pace and yesterday I felt as though I "slid backwards" a week or so. What has improved is hyper sensitivity to the cold, while not completely gone it's no longer a major complication to normal living. I am not taking this for granted and still wear gloves while outside.
The neuropathy is still with me with numbness and tingling in my hands, feet and mouth. In the morning I hardly notice it but it builds during the day. My ears are still buzzing and I have a suspicion that this is going to be with me for some time to come.
My feet still "burn" but my hands, still sore seem much better. I realize that all will improve with time but I am dissapointed that I was able to run through all of this only to be stopped now.
Be Happy ............ Mike
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