J - update

J went for her ayurvedic medicine last night - her third dose.

I was really glad to see her, and best of all, she looked so much more improved than from 2 weeks ago. Then, she was all hunched over even when sitting. She was also one very unhappy J and wasn't talking much.

Last night, she was sitting upright in the wheelchair. She was smiling and so chirpy, and was very excited about seeing a dog, a Pomerian mixed, at the premises. She was trying to get the dog's attention, unfortunately, the dog is very old, unstable on her feet, can hardly see and has problem with her sense of balance. M, her husband, told me that their dog died last year and that J loves dogs and cats. An animal lover - I wonder if she should get another dog to brighten up her spirits.

She was clearly in much better mood last night and even M appeared more relaxed. She could even carry on a conversation with me and AJ. I was really pleasantly surprised. I am very happy for her and hope she continues to be on the mend.

Sometimes, I must admit I am glad when oncos tell cancer patients that they have tried their best and that there is nothing else they can do for the patient. Confronted with this, cancer patients should put oncos, chemos and rt's aside and concentrate on alternative therapy. At least, they do not have to have nagging doubts of whether they are making the right decision to stop conventional and go for alternative, because there is no choice. Oncos have given up, so what else is there for cancer patients to deliberate over?