The past couple of weeks have been eventful around here. Two weeks ago my hair starting falling out. What a crazy phenomenon! After six days of my hair coming out in clumps I went and had my remaining hair shaved off. As much as I dreaded having my head shaved it was such a relief to have it done. It was actually more disturbing and a huge pain having my hair coming out in clumps then having it shaved. Never in my life would I have thought that I’d have cancer but even more so that I would lose my hair and have it shaved off. It is strange to pass a mirror and not recognize myself but overall it hasn’t been as bad as I thought it would be.
The kids have adjusted fairly well to me not having all my hair. The day I had my head shaved I was fitted for a wig. They were both curious about the wig but more so about my “bald spot.” Once they saw me without the wig they wanted me to put it back on. Since then they have gotten better about me going without my head covered. Elizabeth prefers that I cover my head because it makes her sad but overall the kids have accepted it and understand that the loss of my hair is a result of the chemo working which is a good thing.
Last week I had my second chemo treatment. Before starting the chemo they increased the steroid and gave me Benadryl to prevent another allergic reaction. The session started with the nurse blowing out my vein (“oops! I just blew a vein, I’m having a bad day”) and I did have a slight reaction to the chemo again but it was mild and lasted for a short time. This time around I have been more tired but I haven’t had the bone achiness and headaches. I am half way through my treatments and feeling much better today.
God is good and continues to strengthen us as a family! Thank you supporting us through your prayers and love during this time!
Kelly
