dragonfly46 Please don't assume you will be out of action whilst having your chemo and radiotherapy. From the end of January 2011 I had chemo once a month for four months. Two days after each chemo infusion I would start to feel unwell (but by no means incapacitated ) and this would last for three days. After that I'd be fine and able to carry out all my usual activities, shopping, dance lesson, Italian lesson, coffee and meals out with DH and friends. There is just a short period when you have to avoid any chance of infection.
After a short break I had radiotherapy which meant an hour's journey by train, underground and a walk to the hospital in Central London, every week day for a month. Throughout I felt fine and came to enjoy my commute, spot of retail therapy and cafe lunch.
During my treatment there were two events for me to look forward to - a friend's wedding in Italy in July and my son's wedding in September. Having something to look forward to and plan for was important, as were the regular treats I gave myself. I hope all goes well for you, that the time passes quickly and you don't miss out on anything.