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 When I received my first dose of Katruda, an Immunotherapy drug for my bladder cancer, I was advised about specific side effects. I was dosed on Thursday and was aware of one of them creeping up on me by Saturday. Having to be a few steps from a bathroom wasn't the worst thing I could have suffered. However, the weakness and nausea that accompanied it put me down and put me down hard for roughly twenty-four hours.  As Jeanne and I often remind ourselves, the alternative is unacceptable. I'm feeling better as I recovered reasonably quick with a good night's sleep and a few healthy meals.  Tutoring: I wander into new territory this week as I begin a volunteer gig, tutoring young people in reading. I've been assigned a K5 student. I hope the youngster looks forward to our journey as much as I am. As a member of the Golden Book generation that moved on to the Classic Comics and a Minneapolis Library card in the fifth grade, I'm anxious to share my love of reading. The ...

 Unlike Lake Wobegon, my life in Milwaukee presents a bit of drama. I don't mean the opening of the theater season, although that's also happening. I was going to begin immunotherapy last week. What I didn't know was if my treatment had been authorized by my Medicare provider. After a nug from my doctor, the authorization has been granted. Good news? Not yet, anyway. I'll see my Oncologist on Thursday (9/14). I'm delaying publication so I can fill everyone in.  One of the significant issues is my cost. The stuff they are using is expensive. I should be okay this year because I've exceeded my out-of-pocket expenses. The question remains: what happens next year? Results of Doctor visit. My concerns about the cost were resolved. I had my first Immunotherapy injection of Katruda. I will have further doses every three weeks. They will do a CT scan in about three months to monitor progress. Theater Again We kicked the theater season off by attending a table reading at...

 Jeanne and I couldn't wait for the local theater to begin their season. We spent the weekend in the driftless zone in and around Spring Green. From a distance, we viewed Telisand, House on the Rock, and various other Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired buildings.  We found our favorite outdoor relaxation at the Wisconsin Riverside Resort. We sat on our bag chairs on the lawn, looking over the river while watching the tubers, kayakers, and canoers come ashore while we were listening to live music being performed.  Did I mention we were in the shade? Did I tell you the temps were in the nineties? I should say they served an excellent Fish Taco. We both enjoyed an Arnold Palmer or two. In fact, we liked it so much we went back on Sunday. We saw three performances at the American Players Theater. (APT) Given my reluctance to rate these kinds of things, I will only tell you why you should see these Plays if you have the opportunity. First, They are produced by APT. The acting, stagin...