Contrary to popular belief, doctors are not all-knowing (or at least they don't share everything they know). There are so many things about breast cancer that you learn either on your own as you go, or from others who have gone before you. One of the crazier things? Cold drinks are REALLY REALLY COLD! I didn't have a ton of... um... padding... to begin with, but now with none in the chest area, it almost hurts to drink something cold. Think brain-freeze only in your chest. Very weird feeling. Why didn't anyone tell me this?
I had to shave my legs today. I didn't miss that. Too bad I can't redirect that hair growth to the top of my head. Ha! I'm so ready to be done with hats and wigs. I told Hubby tonight that I never thought I'd say this, but I can't wait until I have as much hair as he does.
Kicking cancer's ass - day 4722
Thirteen years ago today I heard the words "you have cancer". In some ways it seems like a million years ago. When I think back...
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My friend Kathryn calls birthdays after cancer "bonus birthdays". And she's right. Every birthday, every DAY, after everythi...
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After a long night of flying, only a few hours of sleep and a long, emotional day at the hospital, this is just what the doctor ordered: ... -
Several years ago, I was struggling. Work was incredibly stressful, finances were tight, lingering effects of cancer treatment were bring...
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