A few times, I have been asked, "What was one of the hardest things about treatments?" Well, let's imagine you are asking me that question right now, and let me tell you. Food, and not getting to enjoy it. Many people going through cancer treatments experience nausea and lose their appetite. For me, my appetite stayed pretty strong for the most part. I can definitely tell you that I continued to see and smell food like I always had, but my taste buds went on vacation. Also, because of my mouth sores, my menu has been extremely limited. For a while, it was just peanut butter, honey, vanilla, and milk...all in liquid form. Now, let's fast forward to today.
I have slowly been able to add more flavors to my list such as chocolate and strawberries. I have been able to slowly add solid foods back to my diet such as scrambled eggs and some pasta dishes. However, my taste buds had still not returned from their vacation. Truth is, I could taste things, but mostly at the back of my mouth, and it was pretty faint.
But, then, I woke up this morning. I went to the kitchen and found that Jess had made some cinnamon rolls. I said, "I'm going to try one." When the first bite hit my tongue, I noticed something delightfully different. I thought, "I think that this tastes good, but I'm not sure." I tried another bite and thought, "This IS good." With a boost of confidence, Jess and I went to Applebee's with some friends. I ordered the grilled tilapia and FINISHED IT!!! While eating the tilapia, I noticed that it did NOT taste very good (probably needed some sauce or something). However, this was FANTASTIC news. I could taste it.
I am still not all the way back, and it is still difficult to eat solids. But, today was a HUGE milestone and sign of progress. I now have a full week until Jess and I go to the New Orleans Jazz Festival. I am confident that I will be enjoying some good food that day. Hallelujah! Praise the Lord!
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