The blustery days here in Nashville have been just as exciting. However, the sermon at church yesterday seemed to really put things into perspective...this chill and new weather pattern is a preparing us for a new season; a season of dying leading us to the new life of spring. For months I have been saying, "Bring on Spring!" The phrase for me just meant that chemo would be over but it now has more meaning. These blustery days of change are a time for the dying of my cancer leading to a spring of renewed health and healing. I don't like the cooler weather but appreciate that it is all part of the cycle of life and more than ever I look forward to Spring and being cancer free!
I will also share a couple updates from the last few days. I had my second chemo treatment on Thursday. I handled it pretty well with fatigue remaining the major side effect. However, this treatment also brought the inevitable hair loss. My hair started coming out sparingly on Wednesday but by Sunday I decided it was time for it to go. I was losing clumps of hair so I went and got a short buzz cut. Just another sign of change...it was an emotional decision but one I felt so strongly about it. Cancer was taking my hair but I made the decision on how it went out and felt confident when it was cut. What do you think?
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| Before...look closely and you can see my receding hairline |
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This remaining stubble will fall out gradually over the next few days but it's all good because it's still leading to the new life. Bring on SPRING!!
Mrs. Christina you are beautiful inside and out! I found the little note you gave me with your blog name on it and I'm so happy I found it. You are such an inspiration and such an amazingly strong woman. Miss you and pray for you every day!
ReplyDeleteThat is a bummer of a deal, indeed. All the stuff you'd have to put up and deal with there, with the finishing touch being the loss of your hair. Don't worry, though. You should be able to rise above it all, and take back all the things that you've always had. Take care! Hoping for the best!
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You are as beautiful as always - your clear and wonderful spirit cannot be outshined by a new hairdo! I found the note you sent - I plan to wear the bracelet every day until you return (although Henry also wants to wear it, too, so we are taking turns). We are keeping you in our thoughts each and every day, and sending you all our love. Rachel, Louis and Henry.
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