I have completed two full cycles of chemo treatment (four visits), and all of the news is positive. Additionally, I may hold the hospital record for consecutive number of times to get the window spot. That's better luck than you might think....

This round of chemo involved no additional testing or scans, so my stay was relatively uneventful in a good way. I received two units of blood before leaving the hospital, so my recovery is going better than ususal. Again, the main help there is to combat the anemia that results from treatment.

Some notable roommates thus far: 1) High school English teacher who lived in French West Africa for three years, 2) Psychiatrist from Montreal, and 3) Hispanic Roman Catholics with 20 simultaneous visitors.

More good news -- PET scan results showed that the treatment is working very effectively against the remaining cancer. I'm feeling fairly well, with the exception of some sleeping trouble and loss of taste. I have a blood test on Monday (3/17) to determine my next hospital visit.

Good news - the cancer is no longer present in my bones. That's a fantastic sign that the treatment is working as planned.

I received another three units of blood before I left the hospital last week, which is really boosting my recovery and preventing further anemia. My energy level is much better than after the second round of chemo, and I have no massive headaches from the spinal tap this time.

I will be in the hospital for four to five days starting on Monday (3/3). I'm crossing my fingers for the spot next to the window....