Turning 40 During Cancer Treatment The other day, I had the opportunity to attend an incredibly chic fashion dinner. It was so much fun. Post FBC (F-bomb breast cancer, for those new readers), I am still so grateful for and enamored by being able to dress up and go out. It’s such a wonderful Silver Lining… Continue reading Turning 40 During Cancer Treatment
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A Big Day
Before any big event, my dear, beloved mother-in-law used to say to her boys (& then to her grandchildren): “You have a Big Day.”
Today was a big, BIG day! A Silver-Lined day.
Chemotherapy 1st Cycle, Almost
This morning, I was the first patient this morning at the Santa Barbara Cancer Center. Bright and early. I was nervous, really, really nervous. At the reception desk, I was given a pink questionnaire (at least it’s my favorite color!) asking me about any symptoms I am currently experiencing. Apparently I will have to do this… Continue reading Chemotherapy 1st Cycle, Almost
Port-A-Cath Insertion: Follow-up
The Port-A-Cath Insertion went very smoothly. A SL to the day! Let’s just say that with some good medication: Fentanyl (a potent narcotic analgesic) and Versed (to cause drowsiness, relieve anxiety, and prevent any memory of the event), we give the Brookside BUZZ a whole new meaning. :–) After the procedure, The Husband even took… Continue reading Port-A-Cath Insertion: Follow-up