On 6/23/10, at the age of 26, I was diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma...Stage 3 Breast Cancer. On 7/25/14, at the age of 30, I met Lolli, a 1 inch tumor in the left side of my brain; I have metastatic disease. On 2/3/17 Lolli became active again and as a result of treatment I have limited mobility in my right leg. I want to share my experiences so that loved ones, friends and others can follow along while my journey continues. Enjoy.
Monday, September 6, 2010
My 2nd Chemo Eve
Tomorrow is round 2 of chemo. I wish there was some sort of celebratory dinner or ritual that would make tonight easier. Scott gets a little of a break, he gets to drink.........not that he is a big boozer but I am sure it takes the edge off. I have pills, specifically for nights like tonight, but my body fights them, specifically on nights like tonight.
But I danced my ever growing ass off in the shower. It makes it easier not having hair--it adds at least 7 more minutes to dancing....not having to shampoo and condition. I danced until my fingers were pruney and the hot water was gone. This ritual I enjoy...and am thankful I had the energy to do it. In the shower I still find solitude. I find the old me.
This post is short and sweet....I am tired and writing about tomorrow just increases the anticipation...which inevitably aides in my body fighting the pills I took to sleep.
Tomorrow is a long day, tomorrow I fight cancer.
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Lighting a candle for you today, Dori. Give yourself permission to rest and let the meds fight for you. Take a break and just breath.
ReplyDeleteDori- I've never actually met you, but I went to high school with Scott and saw the link to your blog on facebook. What an inspiration you are! I had no idea what you guys were up against, but I honestly hope and pray that your blog reaches the masses. Everybody needs someone like you to inspire them. You are truly amazing!
ReplyDelete~Taci VanLeuven
Dori - we've not met but I'm your mother in law's cousin (I used to sit Scott and his brothers when they were babies!). I've been reading your blog for a while and wanted to introduce myself and say that you are inspiring. Keep up the fight and stay strong!
ReplyDelete-Jennifer Bates