CANCER Inspiration My Journey

Heroes

These are my heroes at MSTI – St. Luke’s Mountain States Tumor Institute. I tried to take selfies with everyone who helped me through my treatments. I was so sad to say goodbye to them on the day of my last infusion. I liken it to leaving summer camp. You may be happy to be…

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CANCER My Journey

Bionic

[It was a long, tough weekend but I’m standing strong (and scootering all over the North End – watch out!). Maybe it’s because I feel bionic with my new PICC line. Round 4 got me my 8%. 5 & 6 will just be bonus.] January 19, 2016

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CANCER My Journey Running

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[On the other side! I’ve been awake since 2:30, out of bed since 4, 5 miles at the gym by 7, PICC line placed by 8:45, laughing with Dr M by 11:30, infusion done by 3:30. Now I’m POOPED. Too bad I just took another dose of steroids 😳] January 13, 2016

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CANCER My Journey Running

STRONG

[My sister-in-law wanted me to barge into MSTI today and yell, “I’m here, bitches. Let’s do this!” So I ran 5 miles at the gym to get pumped up first. That’s for you @bamabelleish. I blame the 3 doses of steroids but it felt great. My white cell counts were off the charts high and…

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CANCER My Journey

Chillin’

[Chemo cape on my head. Anita Baker in my ears. All The Light We Cannot See in my lap. Hubby by my side. Round 2 going smoothly. 85% dose so hopefully less side effects this time. Everyone at MSTI is amazed at what I endured. My heart is smiling today. Thank you friends for your…

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