My Dammit Doll
My Haitian Doll This is also not a voodoo doll. It's made in Haiti and I can talk to her, write her notes and request all sorts of things. After my doctor's appointment, I asked her if I made the right decision about radiation. (No this is not praying, it's playful distraction) Basically Dr Y gave me the choice of 4.5 or 6.5 weeks of radiation. Why not the shorter amount? I asked. There's a little more risk, since one lymph node ended up showing involvement. Seriously, I haven't been thinking about this. It felt odd to be reminded. And Don was out of town. It was my first doctor's appointment without him. But I made a decision like a big girl. I'm going for the 6.5. Maybe I don't need it, but what's 2 more weeks? I want to know I've done everything possible to keep this cancer from returning. I'm excited about future weddings, grandkids, celebrations of all kinds! I'm planning on being there!
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Cheryl
10/15/2016 11:25:36 am
Beth, you are a breath of fresh air in a polluted world. These two most recent entries make me cry and make me smile, hugely❤️👏 I'm so proud to be your friend because you are an incredible human being.
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Beth
10/15/2016 02:35:14 pm
Thanks Cheryl! When you said polluted air, I'm pretty sure I know where you're coming from. I needed a lift yesterday, but it wasn't just because of my doctor visit. That really isn't an issue. It's just been a crazy year and a crazier week with all the political junk and I was happy to find some good distractions from the TV and FB junk! I threw a doll yesterday and I got my head shaved today.
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Cancer, Covid & Coronary... I started this complaining list/blog, in May 2016. I posted 200 gripes about my breast cancer and then I was done. On March 13, 2020, I started venting all over again, when another disease (starting with a C) interfered with my life. Only this time, it was affecting more than me. I ranted for a year, until I got my vaccine in March 2021. Coronary Artery Disease was the reason I restarted this blog on September 26, 2021. This time it was Don who was dealing with a worry that started with the letter "C". Coronavirus and Cancer, Coronary Artery Disease! All are evil, but none can totally get me down... if I vent! I usually end up feeling a little more positive at the end of each post! Archives
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