A few weeks ago, I felt something shift in my body. No rational reason for it. I felt happy and so grateful for life. I had energy that wasn’t there before. I’m still dealing with high-ish sugar. I’m down to averaging 150 or lower. I was more like 250 when I was on the dexamethasone. […]
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Close to the Summit
In just over two weeks, we will hit our first big milestone. Well, my first milestone that matters to me. There have been lots of firsts. First time taking chemo. Boy, was I nervous. First time doing radiation. The first biopsy that started me on this path. Big firsts. Relief when it was over and […]
The Quiet Thinking Place & The Power of Friendship
My sleep pattern has definitely changed since this journey started. A mix of side effects and normal anxiety. GBM is on my mind 24/7 and it does keep me up at night. I’ve also had some really interesting dreams in the past 10 months. So I tend to get up a few times during the […]
Week 31 – It’s Time I Rise Above Cancer
Cancer does not define me. It is a journey I am walking right now. I started this week with an overflowing feeling of love for healing myself. I don’t ask, I just roll with it. I started chemo again last night for the week. Entering it with a positive attitude that this is one more […]
The Power of Rest
When it comes to living with cancer, many will advocate changes in diet, attitude and living arrangements. But the one piece of advice that rings true from everyone is to get enough rest. Taking time to restore however you need to. Going through chemo and other treatments can break up a sleep routine and quickly […]