So today October 5th, I was lucky enough to have my 3rd chemo session before Hurricane Matthew decides to grace us with his presence. My sister Lisy came with me. I had warned her I would throw her out of the room if she cried. She was brave! I am proud of her. But now… Continue reading Hurricanes and Chemo don’t mix
My Blessed hat!
So I finally got my "Blessed" hat in the mail on Wednesday night. I made Richard take a picture, eventhough I was exhausted. ( The scar on my chest is from the port, that is how they administer the chemo). Chemo #3 will be next Wednesday, October 5th. I can't wait to be done with… Continue reading My Blessed hat!
New Family Portrait
So this just happened! As promised...Sebastian shaved my head today. I couldn't take it anymore. My head hurt so much and having all this hair fall all over me was so depressing. This was my way of saying F**k You to Cancer! I am not going down easily! Sorry if you are offended by the… Continue reading New Family Portrait
2nd Chemo down!
On Wednesday, September 21, 2016 I had my second chemo treatment (14 more to go). My mom accompanied me. She was great. I wasn't sure how she was going to react to seeing her baby get poison pumped into her body. But she was brave and strong for me. The side effects were the same… Continue reading 2nd Chemo down!
Hair Problems
So the stress and fear of having your hair fall out is real! My hair was so dirty, to the point that my scalp was itching and I was terrified to wash my hair. TERRIFIED!! I am not ready! I finally washed my hair on Saturday with such panic!! So far the loss has been… Continue reading Hair Problems
Grateful & Blessed
I am completely humbled by all of the text messages and comments left on my blog and Facebook page. Thank you ALL for taking the time to read my blog and for understanding where I am coming from. Thank you for appreciating my honesty. Thank you for all of the beautiful messages and for praying for… Continue reading Grateful & Blessed
Outing myself…
For those of you wondering why I cut my hair, well now you know the truth. I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. Please do not blow up my phone with a ton of questions, you can read my blog and find out more...
Venting….
I swear if one more person sends me an en email or a video about a "Miracle cure" I am going to freaking lose it. If hear about another magic cream, herb or tonic that i should take I am going to flip my lid. I am really trying not to be rude. I know… Continue reading Venting….
Crashing
So its been an interesting few days. Wednesday i was nauseous from the Chemo, but I felt great Thursday. I even went to work. Friday was an okay day. But Saturday and Sunday were horrible. I haven't had any of the nausea, but the headaches, muscle aches and fatigue were in full force. I was… Continue reading Crashing
First blog post
My first Chemo Session