Day 3 of chemo....

So today was day 3 of chemotherapy for momma.  She was pretty nauseous, fatigued, and emotionally drained.  I had a feeling this was how it was going to be, but I tried to remain positive, and will continue to do so...


She didn't eat or drink much today due to her nausea, so I called her oncologist.   He recommends her coming to his office tomorrow to get some IV fluids and anti-nausea meds.  Hopefully, he can order some other anti-nausea meds that will work for her at home.


I hate seeing her this way already into day 3 (I've heard that week 2 is the worst).  I keep telling her this is just temporary, and she won't have these symptoms forever.  I also tell her that these symptoms are indicating that the chemo is doing its job if she's feeling these side effects.  Although she hates it, I know when I say this she is comforted to know that the chemo is working.

Lisa and I came into her room tonight and rubbed her feet and gave her a facial.  I turned to my Pandora on my iphone and blasted the hawaiian music.  We kept joking that we were in hawaii and having a relaxing time.  I kept saying, "Mom once we're done with this chemo, we're headed there!" She just smiled and said, "I can't wait."  Lisa and I are planning on doing this massage/facial routine whenever we get the chance.  Doing this will make her feel better and that makes all the difference in the world.  We have the worlds greatest mom.  She deserves everything and more.  Love you momma!