Round 2, Day 4

The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name. Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me. You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. You honor me by anointing my head with oil. My cup overflows with blessings. Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever. (Psalms 23:1-6 NLT)

It's not yet 7 pm and I am beat.

Beautiful view from the room today

My IV line was so close... But in the last 40 minute post-hydration portion, the vein started leaking and my skin started getting puffy and sore. Unfortunately, that meant that they had to remove the original IV line and insert another one. Thankfully the leak was just saline and not one of the chemo drugs which could cause more damage or irritation.

I was obviously very disappointed - for such a needle phobe, I couldn't quite stop the flow of tears - but in the end God did grant me some rest and all that i needed for today even if it wasn't quite what I was hoping. Nurse Ruffina was quite skilled and efficient at getting that second IV in so I am thankful.