I think there is this preconceived notion that once the last chemo is over, life begins again. For me, that was partly true. I was able to drink and eat real things again. I didn’t have to sanitize my hands and my desks after every student sneezed. I could go on weekend trips with friends … Continue reading It’s Been A While
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Returning to Normal
A lot has happened this past week and a half. And everyone keeps asking why I have not blogged in a while. With school starting up again, plans with friends, weekends away, self-care appointments, doctor's appointments and dinner dates it has been a wild ride. But all are really good for me. I feel like … Continue reading Returning to Normal
This is why I do this
After writing my self-pitying albeit honest and necessary post about my low Monday, I received a message from my friend Katie's Mom. She is an avid follower of my blog along with numerous other friends and family who faithfully read or comment or send me a virtual high five. I have always written more for … Continue reading This is why I do this
The Hope in Others
I received this article from a fellow cancer fighter and fellow UAS teacher that gave me a lot to think about. Serendipitously, Amy and her husband John (both of whom worked at UAS a few years ago) were visiting for the Thanksgiving holiday at the exact time that I got my official diagnosis. I cannot … Continue reading The Hope in Others
Teach Abroad Coyle 