The slight beginnings of the end

Hair has begun to sprout on top of my head. Not a lot, but the return of hair has begun. Yippee!!!

Just wanted to report some happy news. Good night.

Forced Entry

The time has come to try writing more blog entries. The excuses need to stop. And the excuses were many. First it was the A/C chemo (and the ensuing chemo brain), then it was the holidays and the new year, followed by the passing of my uncle. I need to remind myself of one of the reasons why the blog exists -- to help me comprehend my experience with cancer. I thought that if I journaled my experience, I would have a better understanding of the disease and its effects on my life. Writing in the blog helps me think through issues and concerns. It also helps me feel less isolated.

A dark and lonely winter

The year 2009 was supposed to be a better year, at least health-wise. All signs pointed towards improvement. Sadly, the year has not lived up to its promise.

On January 30, my uncle died. While he had been ill for the past few months, his death was unexpected. Our last conversation even focused on how 2009 was going to be a better year. My family still does not have the official autopsy results, but it seems he died from an infection, an infection that may have been curable. He trusted his doctors, and at his last visit, he was told to eat more meat.

The funeral was last week. I did not travel home for the funeral, and feel horrible about missing it. A memorial service will be held during the springtime, when I have completed chemo.