Today was the trip to the really nice lady who volunteers to shave heads for those who are going through chemotherapy. We decided we needed a before picture -…
(This article is cross-posted on http://rjh.goingeast.ca). When I was diagnosed with breast cancer, one of my first decisions was to put my PhD on hold. I had the opportunity…
I find the reaction to the colour pink interesting. You see, I've always liked wearing pink, but not breast cancer pink (or as my reiki healer today called it…
I am so ready to make the transition from someone with breast cancer to someone fighting breast cancer. Tomorrow morning, bright and early, I begin chemotherapy - assuming the…
A couple weeks ago I was reflecting on who I am. I reported to the blog, that I am an academic, but further reflection has me questioning that. Mostly…
I am coming to appreciate the roles of the different surgeons. I have not yet met with a plastic surgeon (PS), but will probably set that appointment up in…
Someone in one of my networks commented that after diagnosis, nature has more beauty. That suddenly you are more aware of the beauty that surrounds you. I've definitely noticed…
When I was young I remember a T-shirt my mother used to wear that said "Don't stare, grow your own" ... A friend emailed me about a friend going through…
