It is sunny and gorgeous here in Portland...

where I have been riding my bicycle up to 5 miles a day this week for the first time in over 3 months including some gradual hill climbing...










BUT I discovered today as I rode with Deborah that does not include climbing nearby Mount Tabor, an extinct volcano, 624 feet above sea level, where they hold the adult soap box derby races every year.

Not only is my energy good (except for waking up every hour and needing a nap most days) but the chemo treatments somehow failed to take my hair to the amazement of my doctor.  Although I voluntarily shaved my beard, I kept the mustache and the top of my head unchanged.

Also, the reduction in the tumor gave me back much of my breathing and mostly eliminated the cough that kept me awake at night.  So all those good wishes from you and good drugs from OHSU have combined very nicely so far.

Now my job is to remember that my immunities are low, my kidneys need lots of hydration and don't overdo it to get ready for my surgeries in early November.

Thanks again for all your email, calls, cards, good wishes and good thoughts during this time.

From back on the bike in Portland,

Lynn Sanders