I wrote this post while staring down at my belly button... please forgive its length and self-absorption.When John started his new job, one of the benefits was a spousal life insurance policy. So, of course, I filled out the paperwork. And got turned down. For life … [Read more...]
On cancer and kindness
We heard the elderly couple express their fears of administering an oral chemo at home to their dog, Dixie. Their concerns centered around one theme: What if something goes wrong?We heard them tell the oncology resident about Dixie, about how she literally saved their lives … [Read more...]
Here’s the thing about cancer…
Since December 6, 2011, the day I got my diagnosis, cancer has ruled my life.After that, it was four surgeries followed by a year of chemo followed by five years--currently in progress--of quarterly tests and checks and appointments and driving to and from Indy a million … [Read more...]
Moments
Last week, Lucas and I had another 12-hour Purdue day. We left the house right at 6:30 in the morning and arrived home just after 6:30 in the evening. Such a long, exhausting day.This schedule requires a balancing act that feels like juggling while riding a unicycle--neither … [Read more...]
On osteosarcoma and chemo
After I wrote the post on osteosarcoma and amputation, I wanted to write one about chemo, too. But it was such a roller coaster those first few weeks. I thought I'd wait until things settled down. And then I realized: Duh. Chemo IS a roller coaster. It's not going to settle down … [Read more...]