First things first: my 4 year scans were ALL CLEAR. I had visited the Mayo Clinic last week, & heard no evidence of disease from my doctor. Each and every time it soothes my soul to hear those words. I was over the moon that I got to see my doctor as well, because we…
cancer
real talk
Hey there. Disclaimer: this post is will discuss the reasons chemotherapy & cancer sucks. It’s over a month since I’ve switch from the name brand chemo to the generic chemo. It’s been over a month of muscle cramps at night, preventing sleep. It’s been over a month of running to the bathroom multiple times –…
generic vs brand name
Happy Superbowl Sunday! Currently, I’m sitting on my couch, the fireplace is on, football game is almost approaching halftime, [can’t wait for you, Lady Gaga!], and Ace is curled up at my side. No Superbowl party for this one, just a nice, quiet little evening at home. Tony and friends went to Vegas, again, [insert…
giving thanks
Today is my favorite day. Thanksgiving brings my favorite food & favorite pastime – relaxing and spending time with family. It is a holiday that celebrates togetherness & gratefulness. It always humbles me; it helps me realize how truly lucky I am. I am lucky to have a roof over my head, I am lucky…
3.5 down, 1.5 to go
GIST awareness day: july 13th
summer happy thoughts
Happy hump day all! As I write today, I’m currently doing one of my favorite summer activities: sitting on the patio, listening to music, watching Ace hunt birds. The current temperature is a hot 79 degrees, with a nice breeze, the song currently humming through the speakers is ‘Lost in the Light’ by Bahamas [new…
hey, i’m still here!
it’s march 28th again
another clear scan, another clear mind
there’s always that thought…
hello, february
Happy Groundhog’s day! Rumor has it there will be an early spring, which is amazing news. It is humorous, though, because today of all days, we’ve gotten a huge snowstorm. I am currently listening to the wind rattle our screens, [yes, they’re still on, :/ probably should take those off one of these winters], and…
let’s see who i really am…
Happy Bachelor Monday 🙂 Yes, I watch the bachelor, it’s cheap entertainment & I’m not afraid to say I look forward to Monday night for this reason alone. Anyway… I’m back after a pretty refreshing weekend, [yet it disappointing – the Vikings lost in a heart breaker]. Tony and I enjoyed a night in and…
keeping busy
I’ve been trying to make myself so busy I can’t think straight. Why? Because the busier I am, the easier it is not to think about my next scan, which is Wednesday. The worst part about this time around is the fact that my appointment with my oncologist isn’t until Thursday. When making this appointment,…