Day + 28

Never got around to blogging last night so will do it now and then do another tonight. The second day at the clinic went well - only there from 8:45 until 2:00. Blood counts are still good but needed magnesium and potassium. Peter's rash is almost gone, looks much better and doesn't itch. He is peeling like crazy - sorta like a sunburn.

Because he is on prednisone his blood sugar is way up. The Nurse Practicioner called yesterday afternoon and said she had prescribed a diabetic testing kit for him to begin using. He tests before each meal and will be starting to give himself insulin. Not sure if they want to do just one injection/day or if he will be doing one before each meal. Hopefully this will all be resolved once he is weaned off the insulin. Otherwise there is another new regimen to add to his daily meds.

We haven't gotten out to walk at all lately. Both of us are tired and sleepy most of the time. We would probably feel better after walking - maybe today.

Every Thursday morning is a caregiver's support group at the clinic. I went this morning and it sure was nice to be reminded that unfortunately there are others in the same boat as we are, some even worse. Reminds me yet again how fortunate we are! Some folks have been going through all of this mess for 2-3 years.

Peter and I are both adjusting to living with someone again. Even though we were only apart for about 6 weeks it is amazing how many habits you can build up that you would not normally do - not always shutting the bathroom door, using the bed for a closet and dresser, you know just little things. Right now we are both tolerant of each other, but do let the other know that that is not what is usually done.

It should be a short day today - only needs magnesium, and to be taught how to inject himself. One of our pastors from Cary is coming by this afternoon to visit. It's nice to be remembered.

More later,

Wendy