Hi folks,
I have been having a really hard time after this past chemo... starting on Saturday. Things got so bad, I ended up in the ER on Sunday to get my plumbing fixed. Was not life-threatening but was enormously uncomfortable. Unfortunately, since I felt so horrible, i tried hard to drink but consumed very little food from Sunday to Tuesday. The good news is that even though my tummy is still not happy, i have managed to eat two whole meals today and drink lots too.
Well, from what you can see here, I haven't been letting my GI tract issues take away all my fun. My friend Randy came over on Monday night and gave me a buzz. I couldn't handle all of the hair shedding, it was psychologically upsetting and really messy in my apartment which is becoming a bit of a pigstye until I get motivated to clean again (no, I will not take offers to clean my place, I should be good in a day or so for that).
I managed to meet with a consultant today who gave me some tips on scarves, hats and gave me a free wig! Most of the wigs there were "old lady" wigs but there was one that caught my eye. Wait til you see me... I will be a redhead again... like back when I was young (17-23).
Looking forward to feeling better soon. I know I can get over this in a day or so.
Oh, one more thing... my employer SRC, LLC. has really gotten behind me in this entire ordeal. Many coworkers have joined my Race for the Cure team, donated in support or even started their own team in Colorado in support. I am very appreciative and it makes me want to cry how much people are showing that they care about me. It has been far more difficult this round without my hubby, close Canadian friends and family around. I am just realizing this now...
Thanks to everyone for your continued support. Love the comments, I do not grow tired of them :-)
So you don't want the Manny Ramirez hat after all?
ReplyDeleteIt was great to see you on Tuesday, still full of your fiestiness! Way to go! You aren't alone on this as we are all confident of your victory. You make us proud.
ReplyDeleteTake care, gene
Hey Maureen, Kathleen says you look the same in the photo as you did 22yrs ago when she met you at university! She says hopefully you will feel as good as you look in the pic!
ReplyDeleteToo bad I cant loan out my dog to you. He is great company when you are sick as he likes to be on the couch with you. Its just important to make sure the right end is the right way.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgiwrvEX8wY
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The above is link to help your training for the walk. Better watch out though I'm going to sign you up for an ultra next year, no whinning.
matt
Way to take matters into your own hands regarding the hair. You look awesome!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Jen
Hope your feeling better soon!
ReplyDeleteMike
Hey girlfriend, you seriously look so cute with the buzz cut. I hope you were able to use the scarves (although I think I saw the bag in the room as I jogged off to a meeting, I hope someone got them to you). My sister was my first sponsor for me for the race/walk in Denver and I am already halfway to my goal and I pursuaded the women and girls at my new training barn in Denver and persuaded to join in as well.
ReplyDeleteKeep fighting lady, one day at a time and we will all help you reach the finish line together!!!
Hi Mo,
ReplyDeleteYou must have known that it will get to you one of these days and it did but so what, you get over it and you feel better the next day, i myself did not like not haveing hair so i wore a wig all the time despite the fact that it was not comfertable but looking good ment a lot to me personaly.
Like I wrote before drink lots of fluids eat watermelon and wet stuff and you will feel better after a few days.
The stuff that is pumped into you make you feel weak and lousy but it passes through and then you will feel better.
love you Avi
I do not like the fact that you are alone you should have someone stay with you just to keep you company maybe even your dad.
Hi Mo: Good thing you're so fine you can handle the buzz. I love that you'll be a redhead again. It always did suit you. I'm continually amazed and impressed by your courage. You are one tough woman, and, despite setbacks, I know you've got it in you to keep going and beat this. You do all kinds of other crazy stuff, right?!
ReplyDeleteLove you,
Andrea