I was so excited for this treatment. I had fought so hard to make it so that this treatment happened on a Friday instead of the following Monday. It was a day later than normal, but at least I am still on my schedule. I woke up ready. Not only was it a right hand … Continue reading Chemotherapy Treatment Number Four
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The Good Weekend Before
As soon as I posted about my hospital stay on Sunday, I received numerous comments about how everyone was sorry that my weekend was so rough. Although Sunday was a good kick in the pants, the weekend was actually one of my favorites so far in Uruguay. From Thursday to Saturday, I had nothing but … Continue reading The Good Weekend Before
Fireworks, Friends, and Food – Welcome 2019
What can be better than bringing in the new year with favorite friends, good food, and fireworks. As is becoming my tradition, we went over to Tavis' and Diego's house for New Year's Eve. Not only do they have the best roof for viewing the fireworks, but their house always feels like a great big … Continue reading Fireworks, Friends, and Food – Welcome 2019
Christmas in our PJs
All I wanted for Christmas was to remain in my PJs and watch Christmas movies. And I got my wish plus a little extra. I woke up to the sweetest slips in my stocking. Mom and I decided that instead of presents, we would write notes of wishes - items or ideas that we would … Continue reading Christmas in our PJs
A Mom Reality Check…
I came home after my psychology session and told my mom that I was positive my hair was falling out. "Are you sure?" she asked. "I mean did you see the clump of hair in my garbage can today?" "Oh, please! That was nothing compared the animal I found under your bed from all of … Continue reading A Mom Reality Check…
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
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 