I have extremely thick curly hair. And my hair sheds like crazy! I distinctly remember a time when our upstairs shower was not draining. Mom opened up the drain and basically pulled out an entire wig. I mean no exaggeration, we could have donated the thing to Locks of Love it was so much hair. … Continue reading I Noticed…
The Days After Chemo Number Two
Once again, I am feeling really good - no nausea, no major fatigue, and I didn't even have the weird red face flush that I got last time around . But this time, I took it way easy after chemo because I had a goal... My dear friend turned 40 on Friday. It was bad … Continue reading The Days After Chemo Number Two
Chemotherapy Treatment Number Two
I was a little nervous for this one. My lack of symptoms from the last treatment made me think that this one would be my doozy! But I guess my body is stronger than the average bear because this one was easier than the first...no pain, no reactions, no symptoms. And best of all, it … Continue reading Chemotherapy Treatment Number Two
It’s Official: I Work with the Best People in the World
On my desk on Wednesday, directly after third period sat a box. The top was covered in orange construction paper and colored pocka-dotted bulletin board borders. This box could only be from one group of people...teachers. When I opened it, hand-cut construction hearts surrounded goodies to take with me to chemo. My beautiful colleagues and … Continue reading It’s Official: I Work with the Best People in the World
Cancer Fighting Super Lunch
My mom packs my lunch everyday. I have to admit, it may be my favorite thing about Cancer right now. My diet is a little limited: No - Alcohol, processed sugar, grapefruit, red grapes, and honey Limited - White Flour, fats, and acid based foods during chemo I miss the alcohol like whoa! I would … Continue reading Cancer Fighting Super Lunch
I’m Not Ready to be Ready
It started with missing out... Tuesday was a Christmas craft party at my friend Ana's house. Christmas is her favorite time of year, and she loves nothing more than putting on the Christmas Glee soundtrack and making crafts with her friends. And I love nothing more than spending time with people, being crafty, eating, and … Continue reading I’m Not Ready to be Ready
A Letter to STUCO and Mr. Davidson
Dear STUCO, I want you to know that I am so proud of you all. You have worked tirelessly for the past few months putting together a coffee house to remember. The decorations looked amazing! Unraveling those banners on the wall gave me goosebumps. And I know some of you put in way more hours … Continue reading A Letter to STUCO and Mr. Davidson
Healthy and Ready for Round 2
I saw my doctor yesterday. It was my first follow-up since chemo number one. I think I was subconsciously a little apprehensive about this appointment. Maybe I, like my students, thought that all would happen during round one. As if I would get to the doctor and he would say I'm so sorry but your … Continue reading Healthy and Ready for Round 2
Hooked on Phonics…Spanish Edition
My mom has been obsessed with the grease man coming. My sink has a strange odor and the grease man comes to empty the trap once a month. I told her I think he comes on a Wednesday but we needed to ask. So, she asked my neighbor and my portero, using her google translator...GO … Continue reading Hooked on Phonics…Spanish Edition
A Letter to My Mother
Dear Mom, I woke up this morning and stumbled out of my bed...I know you will get the reference...and realized that this is the first time in almost ten years that I actually get to spend your birthday with you. Man, you have had some crazy birthdays - remember that time I crashed my brand … Continue reading A Letter to My Mother
Teach Abroad Coyle-Gamero 