I'm sorry it has been a while since I last updated. Since we returned from vacation, I haven't been feeling well, so I have been concentrating on getting better. First, I had a cold, and it took me almost three weeks to get over it. Once that was gone, I started feeling bad a few …
The 5 Stages of Grief That Come with a New Medical Diagnosis
Written by Aryanna Falkner I like to share articles with you, my readers, that I can relate to and that have helpful information. No matter how I try to explain to someone what I am going through, I find that most people think of the best-case scenario or the worst, with nothing in between, which …
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September & October Doctor’s Appointments
I have had several doctor's appointments over the last two months, seeing my oncologist twice, my surgeon, and having my annual mammogram done. On Monday, September 12th, I had my monthly oncologist appointment to chat with my doctor, check my blood, and get my Faslodex injections. As far as my bloodwork is concerned, it is …
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Birthday Trip 2020
Mood: Exhausted 😴 A few weeks ago, my husband and I were finally able to get away and take our annual birthday trip. This particular trip had been rescheduled a few times due to my chemo treatments last year, and the resort we wanted to go to, not opening when scheduled due to the pandemic. …
🎀 Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀
I can't believe that it is already October 1st! Up until now, it seemed like 2020 was going by as slowly as possible, tormenting everyone with endless challenges and sacrifices. But it is finally October; Fall has begun, and the end of the year is around the corner. I have to admit that October never …
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Some people have asked me if I am done with my journey now that my chemotherapy treatments are over, and the answer is "No". I will not be done until I have been through my 3rd surgery, radiation and follow-up imaging showing that there is no sign of cancer anywhere in my body. With that …