Glowing from within
Today I had a SPECT/CT scan. Friday’s Pluvicto infusion attached directly to the tumor, providing enough radiation for today’s imaging. As the drug decays, it emits gamma rays detected by two rotating cameras in the foreground. The scan finishes with a CT from the rear ring, which is merged with the SPECT data to form a 3D image. Pretty neat.
Maillard reactions
Checked a load of rutabaga, carrots, and parsnips undergoing the Maillard reaction; next up, potatoes. These days, I save cleanup time by only sautéing the onions and meat right in the main cooking pot before the braise.
The spirit of the brick
Forced myself through a gabapentin haze to learn a bit about transmissions. I got hung up on the shift gate, the plate outlining the gear path. The book I was following used a complex, specialized LEGO part that felt contrary to the spirit of building. I decided to assemble it from more basic components instead, pulling from Dwight’s Architecture collection on the left cart. Ultimately, I was defeated by half-stud offsets, so I tore it all back down to try again another day.
I did it my way
For some reason, potato chips with my coffee before an 8:30 a.m. Pluvicto infusion felt mildly rebellious. No lingering guilt.
A short spin
No walking today, but I did do about 150 steps and an elevator ride to the workout room. For some reason, a lean-forward posture on an exercise bike is fine for a short while. I was the only taker; everyone else was either at work or enjoying the beautiful weather outside.
Well, that was fast!
Well, that was fast! This morning, the physical therapist recommended a lumbar roll, so I ordered one on Amazon. Four hours later, it was in the mailroom downstairs at no extra charge. Beyond sitting with this, I’ve got exercises about six times a day and no walking for now, though we decided the 0.2 miles to Maxwell’s Pub for dinner this evening doesn’t count.
From sin to seminary
On the way back from a cuppa, my friend asked to be reminded about the red building. I explained it was originally built as a brothel and owned by a woman, which was unusual for the era. Right on the next block, as if to counteract this, we passed a modern building slated for a major remodel to become a Lutheran seminary.
