Is my son the only child who can't stay out of Trouble?
Does he realize that this is a trying time in my life?
Has he gone to far this time?
Does he realize how much I love him?
My daughter is Fabulous just like her mom?
My husband is the best husband I could have ever ask for.
I appreciate people reading my blog.
I am not ready for surgery.
Will my hair grow back after chemo?
I am not my Breast Cancer.
I've already claimed my VICTORY!!!
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Look Good, Feel Better?
Look Good Feel Better was the name of the class I attended, sponsored by the American Cancer Society. Their philosophy is, that if you get made up, put on a wig, hat and or scarf. You will feel better.
Do I believe this? Yes I do..
With this class they promised to give you a make up bag, loaded with make up to make you look good and feel better. And also show you how to apply the makeup. Show you ways to tie your scarf, and where to get wigs. The class was very informative, and I met some interesting people. Which was cool since I'm not involved in any support groups. But I did meet this one lady name Debra who is involved in a support group for Black women. I gave her my info, because from what she told me, I think I might like it.
Ok back the the make up bag...
I thought the make up would come for Walmart or Target. Like some Covergirl, Mabeline, Wet and Wild etc. which would have been cool with me. I mean it's free I can't complain, I was just happy to be able to come to the class. But to my surprise the make up was more expensive than I could have ever thought. I mean I got a cleanser from Mary Kay. A moisturizer from Avon. But what was impressive was I got some blush from Esta Lauder, and some blush, eyeshadow and mascara from Coco Channel, yes Chanel. (WOW I've never had make up this expensive). I got some brushes and make up pads and some other stuff too.
Do I believe this? Yes I do..
With this class they promised to give you a make up bag, loaded with make up to make you look good and feel better. And also show you how to apply the makeup. Show you ways to tie your scarf, and where to get wigs. The class was very informative, and I met some interesting people. Which was cool since I'm not involved in any support groups. But I did meet this one lady name Debra who is involved in a support group for Black women. I gave her my info, because from what she told me, I think I might like it.
Ok back the the make up bag...
I thought the make up would come for Walmart or Target. Like some Covergirl, Mabeline, Wet and Wild etc. which would have been cool with me. I mean it's free I can't complain, I was just happy to be able to come to the class. But to my surprise the make up was more expensive than I could have ever thought. I mean I got a cleanser from Mary Kay. A moisturizer from Avon. But what was impressive was I got some blush from Esta Lauder, and some blush, eyeshadow and mascara from Coco Channel, yes Chanel. (WOW I've never had make up this expensive). I got some brushes and make up pads and some other stuff too.
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Living on Chemo...
Most people when they think of a person having cancer and going through chemo. The first thing they think about is the hair loss. But I'm here to tell you hair loss is minimal to all the other effects.
I've been taking chemo treatments since April 2009. I have my chemo treatments every other week on Tuesdays. I've had a total of 6 treatments so far. I did lose my hair after my second treatment. With my first 4 treatments, for 3 to 5 days after I would be so sick and tired. I would vomit, be constipated, and barley had enough strength to go to the bathroom. I couldn't even function enough to take care of my daughter (Thank God for my husband and my friends). I couldn't eat, not only would it make me vomit, but my taste buds are also effected. By the time I could taste something, it would be time to go back to chemo.
So now that I'm on my last 4 treatments, it's a different chemo drug than the the first 4. With this drug I don't vomit, I'm less tired, and not constipated. (Thank God). It still effects my taste buds for a couple of days. The worst part of this drug is that I get body aches and pains. I mean I hurt so bad it hurts to walk. It hurts to sit down, it hurts to lay down. The white part of my hands and feet are dark, like they are always dirty. My nail beds are black, like I smashed them in the car door. And it dries out my skin, my hands stay ashy, and my feet....let's just say I got a pedicure and 5 days later they looked like they hadn't been scrubbed in months.
Then after each chemo treatment, I have to go get a shot the next day. Because with the chemo my body doesn't produce enough white blood cells, or bone marrow. The shot I get helps me produce more. And yes I can feel it in my bones when it starts to work.
And on top my of my hair falling out, my eye brows are gone and my eye lashes are falling out.
But don't get it twisted, in spite of all the things happening to my body. On my off week of Chemo, I feel and look Fabulous. And I know I will beat this. I'm highly favored. God has better things in store for me. This is just a minor set back. Thank you Jesus......
I've been taking chemo treatments since April 2009. I have my chemo treatments every other week on Tuesdays. I've had a total of 6 treatments so far. I did lose my hair after my second treatment. With my first 4 treatments, for 3 to 5 days after I would be so sick and tired. I would vomit, be constipated, and barley had enough strength to go to the bathroom. I couldn't even function enough to take care of my daughter (Thank God for my husband and my friends). I couldn't eat, not only would it make me vomit, but my taste buds are also effected. By the time I could taste something, it would be time to go back to chemo.
So now that I'm on my last 4 treatments, it's a different chemo drug than the the first 4. With this drug I don't vomit, I'm less tired, and not constipated. (Thank God). It still effects my taste buds for a couple of days. The worst part of this drug is that I get body aches and pains. I mean I hurt so bad it hurts to walk. It hurts to sit down, it hurts to lay down. The white part of my hands and feet are dark, like they are always dirty. My nail beds are black, like I smashed them in the car door. And it dries out my skin, my hands stay ashy, and my feet....let's just say I got a pedicure and 5 days later they looked like they hadn't been scrubbed in months.
Then after each chemo treatment, I have to go get a shot the next day. Because with the chemo my body doesn't produce enough white blood cells, or bone marrow. The shot I get helps me produce more. And yes I can feel it in my bones when it starts to work.
And on top my of my hair falling out, my eye brows are gone and my eye lashes are falling out.
But don't get it twisted, in spite of all the things happening to my body. On my off week of Chemo, I feel and look Fabulous. And I know I will beat this. I'm highly favored. God has better things in store for me. This is just a minor set back. Thank you Jesus......
So I joined Face Book
I finally gave into the peer pressure and opened a face book acct. I can honestly say it is better than MySpace. And the reason I was reluctant to join is because I thought it would be a mirror image of MySpace.
So I've been on Face Book for less than a week now, and I've found so many of my friends I went to school with. Worked with, or just knew from around the way. And it's a really good place to keep in touch. What I like about it is, it's low maintenance.
Well I put up a link to my blog on there, so hopefully I will get some more readers...
So I've been on Face Book for less than a week now, and I've found so many of my friends I went to school with. Worked with, or just knew from around the way. And it's a really good place to keep in touch. What I like about it is, it's low maintenance.
Well I put up a link to my blog on there, so hopefully I will get some more readers...
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
6th Chemo Treatment
Well I had my 6th chemo treatment on Tues (6/30/09). And this new drug they put me on, apparently you can have an allergic reaction to it, so before they start with the drug, I have to get a dose of benadryl. And when I say dose, I mean big dose. One thing I never knew is that benadryl will make you drowsy. I mean I be so out of it, that my treatments last about 3 hours or so, and I sleep for 2 1/2 hours. I only get up to use the bathroom, I mean I can't even keep my eyes open.
Well with 6 treatments down and 2 more to go. That means I will have to get ready for surgery sometime in Aug. And I'm not looking forward to that at all. Please keep me in your prayers. And I will try to continue to be strong.
Ms. Miko
Remember cancer know no color, sex or age. Go get checked today.
Well with 6 treatments down and 2 more to go. That means I will have to get ready for surgery sometime in Aug. And I'm not looking forward to that at all. Please keep me in your prayers. And I will try to continue to be strong.
Ms. Miko
Remember cancer know no color, sex or age. Go get checked today.
It's Been A While
I know it's been a while since I've posted, but I have been going through a tough and trying time. So I needed a little time to get my mind, body and soul together without a breakdown. But now I'm back and ready to post away. I hope you haven't given up on me. I hope I still have some readers and hopefully get some new readers.
I love yall
Ms Miko
I love yall
Ms Miko
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