I had my forth chemo treatment this week. Each visit includes a blood test and an examination and the news was all good. Doctor Weinstein will order another scan in two months to see how things are progressing. I have been thinking about my six months of treatments in terms of fractions, now just moving from a quarter of the way through to one third now behind me. Knowing what to expect in terms of the side effects it is less unsettling now, which makes the whole process a little easier to negotiate even as the effects seem a little more significant each go round. I’m continuing with acupuncture, shiatsu massage and nutritional supplements. These help with the side effects of the chemo with the greatest benefits, in my opinion, from the supplements. The chemo really messes with the membranes in the mouth and nose, so a lot of what the supplements are doing is helping with that. I’m focusing on eating fruits and vegetables, it is pretty clear that a plant based diet is better for beating cancer vs. one high in red meats. Hopefully most of the drama in this fight is behind me now and I’m happy that things are still heading in a good direction. The plan is to continue to take my medicine and hope when it’s done I’m all better!