What is with the tile? Well anyone who knows me knows I love accessories and have a vast collection. But also I think that the word accessories can mean friends, family,doctors and the random people in my life. They are my accessories. The other part is obviously I have cancer. I am presently in my third round of fighting this lovely (me being sarcastic) disease.
It started in 2008 when I was diagnosed with Cervical Cancer. My doctors decided to perform a partial hysterectomy and said no treatments...I would be fine. Well not so much. November of 2009 I started having stomach issues and after several doctor visits and emergency visits I found out that the cancer was back and found a new home on my ovaries. So I had another surgery, a chest tube, feeding tube, several hospital stays including one visit to the ICU when I went septic with a Staph infection and finally a little chemo and alot of radiation. Again you will be fine. Well again not so much . This past Christmas after a routine scan I found out that cancer has found two new homes in my body. Yesterday was my first round of hard core chemo in a series of 6 scheduled treatments. Which with fingers crossed after the 4th round we will do another scan and see if we can surgically remove these aliens from my body.
It has been a long past three years with fighting this disease and separating from my husband. But please do not feel sorry for me.... I do not want pity or your sadness. I think that there is a reason that this has all happened to me and something to be learned. Possibly for me to learn how to accessorize my soon bald head. Who knows? But I am open to finding out and hopeful for the future.
I'll keep you posted :)
I guess the other sister suggested this but it is a great idea. I hope that it gives you some opportunity to express how you feel about this as well as the chance for others to appreciate how strong and brave you are being in the face of this shitstorm. I am glad you are my sister, bald head and all.
ReplyDeleteAlthough this is not about Cindy or me, I did notice how she pointed it out...that I suggested it. In any case, it is a great idea (and was mine). Ok, Stacey back to you. It is beautiful, well written, and truly sounds like you. You are doing this dignity, grace, courage, and a sense of humor. I am glad that you are my sister and friend. I am proud of you. Roar!
ReplyDeleteHappened upon your blog while looking at Jimmy Catalano's facebook page & felt compelled to write. Your spirit is fierce with determination and strength and I wish you only the very best! Our daughter was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma at 16... now 8 years in remission, she's spectacular even with some residual effects! Through our journey, we've encountered so many amazing people who are 'living with cancer' - huge, huge progress! Stay strong and send me a message if you want to chat. msgatto@gmail.com...Hugs! Marusca
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