As I am joyfully reentering the world, one thing that I have found remarkable (& dumbfounding) is the number of people who come up to me and say, “Hi! Do you remember me?” I can’t begin to describe how unsettling this is. I’m about 80% on names. Some days more like 65%. Some names… Continue reading A Gentle Suggestion
Chemo Brain
Chemo Clutter
Chemo clutter (a/k/a mind fog or chemo brain) has truly been the most frightening part of my breast cancer experience because it inhibits my ability to think, problem solve, follow directions, and make decisions. When you think about it, cognitive ability (or lackthereof) is a huge factor in defining who we are as individuals. Having my cognition altered to radically has made me feel incredibly vulnerable. (F-Bomb!) Don’t worry, I do find some Silver Linings!
Re's
As I continue to move beyond the side effects of breast cancer chemo, I am able to see the light at the end of the long, long tunnel. (The light is still a long way off, but it is there. And that is a huge Silver Lining!). During this visualization, “Re” words keep popping into my mind, beginning with: Recovery.