It has been said that time flies when you're having fun. Time also flies when you are not having fun! I have been reminded and also realize I haven't posted anything in almost a month. I am attempting to regain some normalcy in my life. I can't say it's happening too fast. I still seem to have lingering side effects from chemo. The biggest reminders are a terrible memory, insomnia and I have body temperature issues. I go from freezing with four blankets, socks and a hat to baking and sweating. It is hard to know how much is from chemo and how much is complete hormonal imbalance. I still haven't noticed any hair growth and this bald lady look is getting really old!
I have completed 19 radiation treatments. I think I have 13 left. I have some local skin reaction and I get easily fatigued and tired (some might say bitchy and cranky!!). It is pretty much painless, takes about an hour and a half to get there, get radiated and get home. It is soooo much easier than chemo but I wouldn't say it is a walk in the park!!
I have been getting out more. The things people say amaze me. I know (hope) they are said with good intention, but sometimes I just look at them and agree because I am speechless! I think the neighbor lady across the street is scared I may be contagious! I went to Bunco for first time since diagnosis. Wow, I felt so loved and so happy to be back! ♥
My "normal" life is good. Vance is finishing up basketball season. I know he worries about me, but doesn't say much. I talk, he doesn't, but I guess that is teenage communication. Other boys busy and well. Bruce keeps too busy and really likes me to eat a LOT of protein! He found a little Yorkie dog a couple weeks ago, no one claimed her so we fostered her for a few days and found a great home for her.
I have been trying not to read so much on the internet about cancer prevention and treatment. I did read one thing that made me think, "why is everything so focused on why I have cancer, when it should be focused on why others don't!" Just a thought.
Well, that's about all I can think of right now. Thanks for all the continuing love and support. It means so much to me and my family.
♥ Sara ♥
I have completed 19 radiation treatments. I think I have 13 left. I have some local skin reaction and I get easily fatigued and tired (some might say bitchy and cranky!!). It is pretty much painless, takes about an hour and a half to get there, get radiated and get home. It is soooo much easier than chemo but I wouldn't say it is a walk in the park!!
I have been getting out more. The things people say amaze me. I know (hope) they are said with good intention, but sometimes I just look at them and agree because I am speechless! I think the neighbor lady across the street is scared I may be contagious! I went to Bunco for first time since diagnosis. Wow, I felt so loved and so happy to be back! ♥
My "normal" life is good. Vance is finishing up basketball season. I know he worries about me, but doesn't say much. I talk, he doesn't, but I guess that is teenage communication. Other boys busy and well. Bruce keeps too busy and really likes me to eat a LOT of protein! He found a little Yorkie dog a couple weeks ago, no one claimed her so we fostered her for a few days and found a great home for her.
I have been trying not to read so much on the internet about cancer prevention and treatment. I did read one thing that made me think, "why is everything so focused on why I have cancer, when it should be focused on why others don't!" Just a thought.
Well, that's about all I can think of right now. Thanks for all the continuing love and support. It means so much to me and my family.
♥ Sara ♥
