Today is a milestone. I went out all day without covering my head. My hair is growing back. Of course it is barely there, but it is on its way. This morning I just reached a point where I was tired of trying decide on a hat, scarf, bandana ... etc. and just gave it up. I was a little self conscious, but that is just a hurdle to get over. Radiation therapy is going fine. I have my seventh treatment today. There is no physical pain involved, it's just like getting an x-ray. I have a big map drawn all across my chest and that is hard to overlook (ugly). It is, also very taxing mentally and emotionally. I have a hard time doing this every day. With chemo I had a two week break from it in between treatments and with this I have to face the whole thing daily. I'll admit there are days as I drive into the parking lot and see that dreadful sign "Northeast Georgia Cancer Care", I just want to pull it up out of the ground. Come to find out after chatting with others, I am not the only one who feels that way. But of course, for those trying to find the place for the first time, the sign is very helpful. ;) My radiation oncologist is awesome, and so are the radiation therapists. Their kindness certainly make the visits bearable, and their support helps keep me from falling apart each visit. I also am blessed by the other patients I meet while in the waiting room. There is a strength and understanding among us that comes naturally from enduring this thing together. Thank you for continuing to check in, even though I haven't been sending out updates so much. Thank you for your prayers, and please continue, and even increase them as I face this daily routine of treatment. Only 21 left. Blessings to you! Annaliese "But I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation. I will sing to the Lord, for He has been good to me." Psalm 13:5,6
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