It’s been two good days. Hungry days. I have been prepping for the next cycle tomorrow by again fasting both days. Bitter to have good days where I could have enjoyed almost normal life, but I have to believe that starving my cells – and the cancer cells in particular will make them more susceptible to the chemo. I am again going to enter the chemo suite tomorrow morning with mixed feelings. I know this is what I have to…
I have enjoyed two days with hardly any side effects, only a few minor ones. Even my taste buds have had a relief and been almost normal. And it doesn’t feel like my teeth are falling out anymore. It gives me hope that when this is over I will feel normal – albeit wiser and more appreciative of the little things. I took Chess for a walk before dinner yesterday and when I walked down the hill a cold wind…
Mosquitoes love my blood. If there was one mosquito in town – it found me. Two life changing events made me temporarily unattractive to said misquotes. The first was when I was pregnant. I went through a whole summer without misquote bites. The second was marrying James. I thought I was the most attractive one in the relationship, but no. If there is one mosquito in town – it finds James and doesn’t pay much attention to me – until…
Even if it is hard for me to feel celebratory – it is a monumental day. I’m still fighting side effects, but they are decreasing for now. That means that I can officially declare that I am half way through the chemo treatment. And I need to fight the scare of the next three that are coming up and at least say a little “yay” – I am at the half way mark. It is easier for me to eat….
I have felt better today. Not up to par – but better. Thank you for all the messages and emails I am getting. It helps to know I have a large team of supporters behind me. Your messages help me think of something else – tips on different films or shows to watch, podcasts to listen to, pictures, videos and fond memories of the good old days – and dreams of good times to come. Today it’s been easier to…