I've decided to make a point of being less lazy. I've lost four pounds now, because of it. I'm being a more active parent with my daughter. Turning off the television and my tablet; actually engaging with my daughter. She is quite the little go-getter. Never allows me to rest a moment. *sob* Especially since she hasn't been napping. And here it is, nearly midnight and she has JUST NOW fallen asleep. (We put her down at 8:30) But even though I'm terribly exhausted, the amount of happy memories I've had with her are huge.
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Thursday, April 28, 2011
Rambles
Memories flooding back again. Came across some older pictures of me from my hospital stay eight years ago. (Still cannot believe it has been so long) Then, a post from the FML website about a girl thinking she had tonsilitis, but really having lymphoma. Lastly, a girl I worked with while I was in the midst of my chemotherpy treatment has starting working at my new company. (She's never seen me with hair. Last we met, I had no eyelashes or eyebrows even.)
Just another reminder that this will always be at the forefront of my mind. Nearly a decade later...
I'm still working on getting out of "victim" mode: still feeling like I'm in that hospital bed. It's not depression anymore. I know it's laziness. Laziness out of habit? Is that possible?
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Anniversary and Nook book pics
Yep, today's my big eight year survivor anniversary. Big difference in life choices between 24 and 32. Oddly, though, I kind of feel like the years just froze and I'm still just 24. Must have been all that formaldehyde they pumped into me for chemo.
I have so far celebrated this weekend by buying myself an Ipod Touch. Pretty spiffy little thing. I'm such an app addict. But have been finding myself playing Monopoly on it quite often. Haven't found any actually "useful" apps other than my Weight Watchers app. But certainly not regretting this purchase. I'm such an utter techy. Thinking I'll also be getting myself a Verizon Wireless Iphone later this year.
I am also starting to read through some Stephen King books again. I haven't read his stuff in years. And I can't believe I've actually never read "Misery." How terrible! I've also never seen the movie in it's entirety. Sorry, Kathy Bates. My Nook book picks now are a bit vulgar, and not necessarily easy reads. But it's beats Nathaniel Hawthorne. His stuff gives me migraines from all the needless, artsy symbolism.
I have so far celebrated this weekend by buying myself an Ipod Touch. Pretty spiffy little thing. I'm such an app addict. But have been finding myself playing Monopoly on it quite often. Haven't found any actually "useful" apps other than my Weight Watchers app. But certainly not regretting this purchase. I'm such an utter techy. Thinking I'll also be getting myself a Verizon Wireless Iphone later this year.
I am also starting to read through some Stephen King books again. I haven't read his stuff in years. And I can't believe I've actually never read "Misery." How terrible! I've also never seen the movie in it's entirety. Sorry, Kathy Bates. My Nook book picks now are a bit vulgar, and not necessarily easy reads. But it's beats Nathaniel Hawthorne. His stuff gives me migraines from all the needless, artsy symbolism.
Friday, January 14, 2011
More merchandise.
I had a tote just like this during chemo. It's great for holding books, crossword puzzles, water bottles, and your snuggie.
http://www.choosehope.com/product/choose-hope-tote-bag
Comes in different colors.
http://www.choosehope.com/product/choose-hope-tote-bag
Comes in different colors.
Great hoodies.
I'm lime green for lymphoma, if anyone wants to get me one.
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Just in case...
Just in case my cancer ever comes back...
I have started filling out this book for my daughter. Is that weird?
I have started filling out this book for my daughter. Is that weird?
NOOK!
I'm hopelessly addicted to my Nook. I received one for Christmas, and have already read five books.
This thing is fantastic!
I will also have to recommend the Harper Connelly series by Charlaine Harris. A nice and easy read for a murder mystery. I hate boring books.
This thing is fantastic!
I will also have to recommend the Harper Connelly series by Charlaine Harris. A nice and easy read for a murder mystery. I hate boring books.
2011
Yup, so it's that time of year again when I feel all empowered. I'm motivated to lose 40 lbs by May 1st. Let's see if this happens. The good news is that work has given me a great incentive and tapped into my competitive nature.
I always enjoy any possible opportunity to feel better than everyone else. Who doesn't?
Today was day one. I feel blissfully fulfilled and accomplished so far.
We'll see how I feel in a couple of weeks.
These are the Wii games I'm using to do some cardio at home, when I can't make it to the gym.
I'm also approaching my eight year survivor anniversary. Seriously, eight years!! I'm at a point where I've forgotten a lot about that year. I barely remember the type of chemo I took and the names of all my doctors and nurses. This is a good thing. It means I'm finally moving on.
How much has happened to me the passed eight years? A career change, graduated from college, got married, had a baby. Had a life. Life is really the only accomplishment I really needed.
I always enjoy any possible opportunity to feel better than everyone else. Who doesn't?
Today was day one. I feel blissfully fulfilled and accomplished so far.
We'll see how I feel in a couple of weeks.
These are the Wii games I'm using to do some cardio at home, when I can't make it to the gym.
I'm also approaching my eight year survivor anniversary. Seriously, eight years!! I'm at a point where I've forgotten a lot about that year. I barely remember the type of chemo I took and the names of all my doctors and nurses. This is a good thing. It means I'm finally moving on.
How much has happened to me the passed eight years? A career change, graduated from college, got married, had a baby. Had a life. Life is really the only accomplishment I really needed.
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