14 Jan 2021

After pondering my oncology visit yesterday, I decided to try alternatives.  Reached out to a cycling friend at UAB.  With multiple telecons, hooked up for a telehealth with UAB oncologist with an extensive research background as well as hands-on experiences.  Will be accomplished on Friday afternoon.  Maxwell (42 MDG) is still in the loop, very supportive, and doing some heavy lifting.  This second opinion should validate current proposed interventions or drive a new path.  Still on schedule with Montgomery Surgical Specialists next Wednesday for a port implant consult (chemo treatments).  

My level of anxiety is reaching new highs.  I realize all efforts may not achieve the desired outcomes, but can't sit idle waiting.  I did follow line by line on a new routine this morning that includes exercise (chose bike trainer over walking due to freezing temps), drinking a fruit/vegetable mixture, oatmeal, and tea with some special green tea added in.  Not tasty, but irrelevant in my book if it works.  More exercise planned later today along with drinking more mixtures while exploring future options.  Sleep is a premium and not getting enough (mind won't shut down).

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