Day Two

CC had her second chemo treatment today at PMH. We have decided the "Chemo Daycare" area of the hospital needs a remodel - it does not really meet our style requirements. Different lighting would help. Maybe new paint. But I digress.

CC luckily had no adverse side effects from yesterday's treatment and we are hopeful this continues through the weekend. CC's lovely mother Pauline, pictured above, is once again staying with CC as she responds to the chemo. CC loves having her mother around and last night had one of her best sleeps in weeks.

CC will continue to monitor her reaction to the chemo as the weekend unfolds and has mentioned even possibly checking out the Christmas lights around the city should she be feeling up to it.

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I've had my first chemo today- thank you for your thoughts of me- I'm back tomorrow for more, but will be done this round hopefully by next week. Thanks again- I really appreciate all the good wishes, thoughts and prayers- I need it all, c

Kingston Connections

Here's a pic of CC with Hilary, also one of CC's oldest friends. Here they are at the Kingston Market while on a road trip to check out their mutual friend Karin Davie's show at the Agnes Etherington. Hilary used to sell custom-made clothing at the Market back in the day. She still has an eye for design, and has been very helpful in selecting everything from scarves to shoes for CC during her treatment. She's been a loyal visitor at both home and hospital.

Bosom Buddies

In honour of today's visit by CC's dear friend Connie, a quick snap from none other than their old stomping grounds at Chez Piggy in Kingston. CC and CM were roommates for years and have been friends for even longer, having met as students at Queen's. They share many secrets.

CC is feeling much better heading into the weekend after a minor procedure yesterday that allows her to be more comfortable and eat more.

CC will be building her strength over the next week as she prepares for the start of chemotherapy next Thursday. The chemo treatment will occur over seven (work) days, ending Friday, Dec. 18. She will visit the hospital for 3-5 hours at a time. It will be challenging but as well all know CC is a very strong woman. We'll all be holding her hand as she goes through it.

Two Thumbs Up

Recently seen at TIFF, Oscar film pundits, Catherine C. and Donna Owens, attend the premier of "Bad Lieutenant" starring Nick Cage.

NYC Tourists or the Next Euro-Pop Band?

Cathy and her boys at MOMA in 2007.

Did CC mention she needs a new camera?

Here is a photo taken a few years ago after Catherine took her Ministry of Culture friends -- Valerie Holliday, John Ota and me -- to an Art Gallery of Ontario event.

We followed it up with drinks. That resulted in (a) this photo and (b) the dropping and breaking of Catherine's fabulous new digital camera.

Luckily, Catherine has forgiven me but, strangely, she hasn't taken a photo of me since.

We're looking forward to more drinks and electronics-smashing with our friend in the future.

- FROM BILL FRASER