Hello Beautiful People,

I have a new name--NED--no evidence of disease. I am overjoyed! At this point, chemo has ended and no other treatments are needed. My CT scan revealed one area in the upper abdomen that we're watching and will check for any changes with another CT in two months. It's probably (hopefully!)  a result of the surgery and nothing more. I am doing my best to relish in the good news but also live realistically. The next two years will probably be a lot of this sort of vigilance, and I want to stay motivated to take the news as it comes without jumping to the worst conclusion possible. Right now, the treatments ending because of NED is where I am holding my gaze.

You know what this means? My hair is growing back! It's just a little fuzz at this point, but every week brings more. And yes, we're keeping a photo diary to convince me that change is actually happening. Thank you, Michael! Hello eyebrows! Hello eyelashes! I'm so happy to see you.

A sweet friend and her daughter are calling this the year of healing. I am fully on board and moving forward with hopeful strength and giggly optimism. I am so grateful to be in this place. Thank you for your encouragement and support. It helps me in so many ways.

with infinite love and abundant grace,

Paula (aka NED)