Bhavna and I were in Center City section of Philadelphia early this morning. I had a CT scan and pre-surgery testing for my upcoming orbital decompression surgery. The Wills Eye Institute is several blocks, about a 10-minute walk, from the outer edge of the Old City section of Philadelphia, which was an excellent opportunity to capture some images at Independence National Historical Park for Frank's weekly challenge. Bhavna is still recovering from her foot surgery. Her foot is still sore,…
This morning, I had a last-minute visit with the doctors as the Bodine Center For Radiation Therapy. Radiation treatment for my Grave's Eye Disease burned my skin at the edges of my eyes. It feels like a slightly painful sunburn. The doctors wanted to examine me to ensure it wasn't serious. I'll use aloe to help my facial skin recover. My hair is also falling out; another side effect of radiation treatment. I have patches in my hairline.…
I had my last treatment today and rang the bell. It's bell for patients with who have completed their radiation treatment regimen to loudly declare a victory.…
The scene looking out the glass windows at Wills Eye Institute. The eye specialist says that as we reduce the steroid dosage, we may see some of the swellings return. But for now, things look good. At the end of the week, after my last radiation treatment, I may have to return for another evaluation.…
I think it's interesting that the best pizza in Philadelphia is from a place called N.Y.P.D.…
