August

I would like to welcome all of you to my lil'blog, some of you are new to this, others arent but THANK YOU for reading...
The good news first, after surgery and pelvic radiation: 
I am healthy and cancer free. 
I continue almost weekly check-ups to ensure cancer did not spread or escape anywhere beyond the treated area. Cancer cells that spread outside the pelvic area are difficult to detect after surgery, so check ups are a must. Although COBRA and my medical bills felt like they equaled Taiwan's GDP - I can't complain, I have the best doctors and best care.
August has been a great month, I feel healthier, happier and more positive than say...three scary months ago.

I have been completely immersed in my reading, I am on book 5 of the George RR Martin song of ice and fire series. The books are wonderful, the author is amazing, he has me on the edge, reading daily, uttering "BULLSHIT" at audible levels while sitting in a quiet coffee shop or reading at the gym.
I met George RR Martin at Comic Con at the end of  July. At the risk of sounding like a sci-fi, fantasy loving geek, nerd (I should prroceed with caution here..the truth may set me FREE), I told George his work has braught me joy during a scary period in my life and proclaimed my admiration and gratitude. He held my hand and thanked me and I still smile when I think about meeting someone who i consider an IDOL...
I am also reading the wild card series by a group of talented authors from New Mexico.

This summer Frank and I have been looking at homes, which so far consists of attending open houses, Frank telling real estate agents their property is over priced and asks to use their bathroom. I especially love it when my huny wears an old tshirt with holes, old shorts and flip flops to view a property somewhere snazzy, its been fun.
No offers have been made yet but I hope we can move into a HOME by the end of 2011.

I just turned 34, Frank and My Mom got me a gorgeous vintage bike. Will post pics later!
One last announcement, I go back to my job MONDAY and I never thought I would be this content to once again become a corporate lil monkey!

Thank you all for taking wasting a lil time reading this blog,  I love you all and appreciate all you do.
XOXO

Updates, updates, updates!

First things first, I am sorry I have been so bad about updating my blog.
I'm in good health over all, radiation has really done a number on my skin but its a common side effect.
The doctor plans on another round  next week. One thing about radiation, it takes a few minutes and it is pain less, the machine looks like an x-ray device.

Thank you to all of you who have inquired about me the last few days.
A hysterectomy is out of the question for now, I want to avoid that at all cost.
The last couple of months have been strange, when you are told you are sick and 

your body hosts something that doctors cant really control for sure: You become

 so appreciative of EVERYTHING~

Okay, so what are the things I really appreciate?

*Friends/Family - I called my cousins the minute I found out I had cancer and they were ready to 

drop anything and fly here to be with me. I have friends who respect my privacy and understand 

that some times I just dont want to talk about "it", I have friends who care and show it.
I have people I can call if I need anything and that brings me a ton of comfort. To look at the GOOD

people in my life and the quality of folks I keep in my circle, amazing!

*My dogs- We all know I love them but being home w/them forced me to get out of bed.
Some days I felt depressed and did not want to leave the house but Loui and Orielle would not 

have it. They shoved tennis balls at my face and jumped on the bed until I gave in.

*Health care/Medical insurance - Cobra is so expensive. When you are sick, you

want the freedom to choose your own doctor and get a second opinion, having 

a good medical plan is something I value so much more now.There are state plans but limit 

you to their state approved doctors at clinics in your area.

*My boyfriend- Frank is far from perfect, just this morning he left a mountain of dirty clothes by our bed,
a used string of floss by the bathroom sink but he moved my car for me so I could stay in bed when the street sweeper came by. He acts silly when he wants to cheer me up, makes plans for us constantly, has helped me financially, puts up with my ups and downs and tells me I'm strong.

I have other GOOD news: I accepted a job at Chase and start next Monday : )
Chase seems heaven sent in some ways, my hours will be 'afternoon shift' and the medical benefits 

are great.  I also will be able to maintain a class I enrolled in and attend my doctor

appointments during the day.
More GOOD news: I get to meet George R. R. Martin this Sunday, the author of a series of epic fantasy novels which have consumed me for the last two months.

I am on the 4th book and If I don't respond to texts or emails promptly, its because I am trying to finish all five books before next Sunday. My EYES!!

Radiation, People watching, weekend plans, etc...

Hi everyone!
For those of you who I have neglected this week, this blog is for you!
I bring good news and lots of other BS but first things first!
The good news: 

Radiation therapy for the treatment of my cancer has been

going beautifully. 

This is my alternative to a hysterectomy at the moment and I'm going with it.

Havent even suffered ANY side effects but when

the diarrhea and nausea kick in, ya'll will be the first to know. 

Follow up exams have become easier,
the staff at Scripps is wonderful and I feel very positive. 

I worked out today and feel strong.
In fact, this week I noticed some stuff at the gym that I normally would ignore but lately I feel compelled to be nicer and kinder....Maybe its the cancer thing but any how; I am in awe of the state of mind of some people. Take a dude at the gym for example, twice this week he sets a towel, a note pad, a water bottle on top of three machines which I happen to like, if this guy and I have anything in common is that we are both obsessed with our deltoids.

Dude takes over 3 machines, pulls out his cell phone and sits on the machine for a long time and texts, all while preventing others from using the equipment. I nicely asked if I could have a turn and he 'rolled' his eyes at me and said SURE. Lately my douche bag radar has been noticing people like him, I felt compelled to write about it in my blog and proudly announce that I thanked him and told myself "life is beautiful, let the dbag roll his eyes and smile" - and I did.
I must admit, I did give him a small dose of his own medicine. Pulled out my cell, sent messages back and forth to my girl Michelle who made me laugh so hard people at the gym may have thought George Carlin was texting me from the other side.

Thank you for reading my blog (For those of you who read to the end); just the rambling of
a grateful friend who is eager to embrace life's interesting lessons.
OH AND I AM GOING TO DISNEYLAND THIS SATURDAY!
Wooo-hooo.