Monthly Archives: June 2013

For about a week, my head has been sore.  Kind of bruise-like, although I never bumped it.  A few days later, the itching began.  On Thurs/Fri, strands of hair would randomly come out.
This morning, I went to Panera with three … Continue reading →

I am so blessed.  I am so lucky to be connected to so many wonderful, giving, selfless, prayerful people.  Here’s me…sticking my head out the door and shouting from the top of my lungs THANK YOU to anyone and everyone … Continue reading →

Yesterday I took a field trip with Brwynn, Dana (sisters-in-law…let’s just say sisters now, shall we?) and Mom to the hat/scarf/wig store that is at the hospital.  Eeek, in the not-too-distant-future, I will have no hair.  But, oh…the scarves!  The … Continue reading →

These past few weeks, I’ve had some questions from people about how the lump was identified and how things went into motion.  So, here’s kind of a play-by-play of events for those who are interested.  ***Warning – this is LONG!*** … Continue reading →

Almost officially one week into the drill and we are figuring out our new normal. I like schedules and predictability. This week has been neither. So, now I’m on a mission to figure out how my body reacts to the … Continue reading →

To all the Dads, Grandpas, Godfathers, Uncles, and Dad-like guys out there…
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!!!
Of course, I want to give a special shout-out to Chris, who created four beautiful children with me, and is more amazing as a dad than I … Continue reading →

I’ve had some nice “checking on you messages” today so I thought I would send out a quick update. I was pretty wiped out last night and had a dull headache, some big time tiredness behind my eyes ( felt … Continue reading →

Jamie made it through her first round of chemo.  She’s taken the leap off the pole and we’re all holding her steady as she flies through the air back to safe landing.  I want to shout out a big THANK … Continue reading →

“Ok, let’s go kick some cancer ass today!! xoxo”
This was the first of many supportive and encouraging messages today. I LOVED them all, but this one in particular, from one of my besties (Leah G), set the tone for … Continue reading →

The parade of doctors continue. Today, we met with the radiation oncologist (Dr. Kelly), her assistant doctor, and the student doctor.
But, before I talk about meeting with the doctors, the Good News is that the ultrasound was consistent with … Continue reading →