Journal entry by Maggie Joyce —
The details of my life before the big C are starting to fade. I know I was a Flight Attendant. I remember that I was very busy all the time. I remember some specifics, but I don’t feel the emotional weight that always being on the go was like. I just know that I loved being busy, and when I needed rest, I would lay in bed and fall asleep watching TV. Now my routine is much more relaxed. I can’t really do too much but watch TV and fall asleep.
If you don’t know what the big D is, I’m not going to tell you. Its hard for me to discuss, but its a side-effect of the trial chemo I have been given. It starts with stomach cramps and from then on I live in the bathroom. Its been over a week since my last chemo treatment, and the big D still visits. It’s my second least favorite side effect. But, against ALL odds, I still have my hair! Okay, that’s more than enough info for now.
If you don’t know what the big D is, I’m not going to tell you. Its hard for me to discuss, but its a side-effect of the trial chemo I have been given. It starts with stomach cramps and from then on I live in the bathroom. Its been over a week since my last chemo treatment, and the big D still visits. It’s my second least favorite side effect. But, against ALL odds, I still have my hair! Okay, that’s more than enough info for now.
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