Out and About

CC and I had a great little outing yesterday. We went for a drive along the lakeshore, re-visiting CC's bicycle route, and then checked out some of the new architecture sprouting up around the city. CC popped into HMV, but unfortunately came out empty-handed. We had more success at Pusateris, where CC picked up some dinner for her mom and herself. All in all, a great little outing on a beautiful December day!

FINITO

CC finished her first round of chemo yesterday. She has been brave, she has been strong, and we're all very proud of her. CC will see her doctor in early January and then prepare for her second round a few weeks later.

CC is looking forward to seeing her family on Christmas Eve. Here's a photo of La Familia Ciavarella.

Two More To Go!

CC has just two chemo treatments remaining on Thursday and Friday. She has had a good week, more or less, with no major reactions yet from the chemo. Time will tell what next week will bring, but our fingers are crossed that she will continue to react as well as she has. CC has been resting in the meantime, and her mom continues to stay with her.

Pictured is CC's friend and co-worker Carole Labelle, who sent in this photo of the two of them at karaoke. Here, they are performing "Islands in the Stream" by Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton. Actually, I made that part up...Carole didn't give me much to go with... :)

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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One Down...

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.