Thur, July 19

Hi all,

I am at the hospital, mid-antibiotic infusion, and dramatically, we're having a blackout. Fascinating. I kind of thought hospitals would be like magical blackout-free places. I imagine this could be really problematic for some patients. (I must be pretty selfish, because my first thought was that this could make my IV drip take a lot longer.) So... hey lights are back on -- yeah, generator.

I have gotten a variety of blood products over the past 2 days, so my CBC (complete blood count) is improving. Most people can tell if their red blood cells are low, because you feel lethargic & fatigued, but I've really only noticed when walking uphill I get a bit winded. Actually, Chris and I went on a walk yesterday evening, and after getting blood transfusions for 2 days, I did feel more energetic.
But I also had a huge lunch yesterday, so that could not have hurt! It was certainly the highlight of my week to see my very favorite former clients, Lenny and Mary. Mary's sister is fighting breast cancer, so she had shaved her head a few months back as a sign of solidarity. (Stevie - do not get any ideas!!) But it was especially comforting to see that it does, in fact grow back... and apparently into an adorable style.
(restaurant rec: Zibibbo in Palo Alto).

Also exciting for me was a "work meeting" I had today, complete with a toll-free dial-in number. I'll admit there was no work actually discussed, but it was fun to chat with my colleagues. I believe our conversation was mostly about my friend Pam's new running skort as well as our future lunch plans.

love,
h (& c)