And we're the little house. That's the wisdom that comes from me and my bud Jillian, bellying up to breakfast at Slappy Cakes and talking '70s television. But here's the thing - everything merges together for me lately. So I can't tell the difference between Little House on the Prairie and The Waltons. It's troublesome …
Never do that again
Weird Cancer Guy isn’t going down easy. Yesterday, I felt like I had metal rods through my heart and throat with a rusty anvil in my stomach. I barely got up all day. Today’s only slightly better. My stomach and throat feel horrible. I'm thirsty, but even water makes me feel sick. When everyone leaves …
Hanging in there
Finally feeling relieved to clear the last chemo. Having a house full of flowers and congratulatory notes is so nice. Sari and I went for a good walk this morning. But I'm feeling heavier and sleepier now. Who knows how tomorrow will go. I see the light.THREE POSITIVES:1- Realizing I'm done with chemo.2- I mentioned …
Chemo…Done!
Last chemo day for me at the OHSU Knight Cancer Center/Chemo Spa. Check it out. THREE POSITIVES: 1- Dr. Eric "Awesome" Anderson and team Rhandi and Linda saved my life. I am eternally grateful for that. 2- The OHSU Knight Cancer Center team made chemo as good of an experience as it could be. It …
Better run, Weird Cancer Guy
Tomorrow is my last chemo day. I'm excited and nervous at the same time. What's it going to do to me this time? My eyebrows are almost gone, but I got to keep most of my eyelashes. Steven and Livvie are in high gear, ready to pummel Weird Cancer Guy. Steven …
What to tell your kids about cancer
They could have said no, but they didn't when I asked if they minded if I told our story to The Oregonian: http://www.oregonlive.com/kiddo/index.ssf/2013/03/when_parents_have_cancer_tips.html It's totally honest - and personal. My kids still wanted to do it. All day, I worried. Would kids at school make fun of them? It turned out the opposite. Steven's teacher brought in …
Doing something right
The first person who came up to me after the word spread that I got diagnosed with cancer was J, an 11-year-old friend of my kids. He said, "I heard the news and I'm really, really sorry." Then, he gave me a hug. One night, Olivia and a group of girls put on a play …
The boob shop and other miracles
Back in November when I found out about Weird Cancer Guy, I thought the possibility of fake boobs was a serious positive. That was before I realized surgery was involved. Plenty of people OPT to get fake boobs. But once we met with the plastic surgeon today and heard the whole run down, I was …
It’s Dalai Mama
Today not as good as yesterday. But I got to go to my friend Karen's house and wrap myself up in her red blanket. Coincidentally, the Dalai Lama is coming to Portland soon. And without even trying, I've captured the look! Nothing against the Dalai Lama, but I can't wait to look like myself again. …
One day near normal
Today felt like getting a day off from jail. I woke up 33% less dizzy and sick. First, we went to Steven's early basketball tournament, where I was well enough to stand up and scream when he sunk a clean three-pointer. Next, magic acupuncture with Tracy Anderson. Then, I headed to my pal Trina's house …
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