This week has been the week of being awake in the middle of the night. I’m doing okay, mostly, though I get frustrated when I can’t sleep, of course. I had a period of insomnia in my early 20s and I’m really not looking forward to continuing this pattern…luckily last night I slept a lot, and even though I woke every two hours or so, I fell right back to sleep over the course of about 12 hours. So today I feel slightly more refreshed than I have this week.
Hair is still hanging on but I’m pretty sure it’s going to start falling out soon. I had a long conversation with a recent triple negative breast cancer survivor yesterday and got tons of great tips both on medical things (she was also treated at the Duke Cancer Institute but got some second opinions along the way) and also some tips on hair regrowth, supplements to avoid neuropathy, and even the best pillows to buy for post-mastectomy rest. The latter is not really something I want to think about right now, but it’s good to have items saved in my Amazon.com list!
Now, even though I’m still tired, I’m going to go ride at my friend Jeanette’s place which means the dogs will have a big time too! Then I have my 4th round of chemo so that mean’s I’m 25% done with chemotherapy according to the current plan at least. I haven’t been out to see horses this week (just too worn out) but hopefully will be able to Saturday and Sunday. Also, massage Saturday..and Cinco de Mayo…and it’s my birthday!
My birthday wish for my 46th is probably pretty obvious…but I’m hoping and planning be cancer-free when I celebrate my 47th!!
Sandra, I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers, you got this!!! Let me know if you want some company, I am not working right now and would love to come visit.