Hi Elaine - I was diagnosed July 2017 also de novo and just finished 2nd round Xeloda and same regime as you. I have found it so much better than previous IV chemo but my feet are sore. I developed neuropathy after Paklitakel and am still numb in my feet but no peeling or cracks yet. Have you found any particular creams for your feet that help? So far I am using Aveeda and Moo cream. I find I have to rest each afternoon for about an hour -sometimes reading and sometimes sleep for half hour. Otherwise my pain meds for bone and liver mets dont seem to hold and I too feel whacked. My fingers and numb toes are crossed for you and us all that we will get the good results other women have had with Xeloda. Sending you good wishes -for every crap day there is another good one on the way I am sure