2017 - out with the old - chopped off hair!

Here it is 2017! I look forward to the upcoming year with a mix of utter trepidation and high optimism. I know what lays ahead will test me personally in a way I have never been tested before. I also know that I head into the year with a strong body and mind, great doctors, and an amazing family and community of support!

This past Friday was day 7 of chemorad treatments and the day that taught me that I am going to need to adjust my life a bit. Friday I was up at 6, took my xeloda, rushed off for early meeting at work, left at 10 am for radiation at Lowell General, then back to work, then to the gym at work for a little exercise. By the time I got home my nose was running and head aching. It was all I could do to crawl up to bed. My WBC count had dropped substantially this week, so I guess I picked up a cold from somewhere and need to be more cautious about germs and over-doing.

Saturday was a day off treatment and my energy started flowing back. Rory and I went for a walk, lunch, and he took me to get my hair chopped off. I figure it will be thinning soon, so I executed a pre-emptive cancer-do! No more muss, fuss, or chemicals (enough chemicals in my life, thank you)! Actually got hair compliments at a party last night - who knew?

Happy 2017 to you all! 🍾 May it be a year of health and happiness and good new-ness!