Taken during one of my chemo sessions Did you sing the title in FRIENDS opening show tune:) - What better way to title when the blog is about friends and the Pivot episode is my all time favorite. I debated a lot about whether I should start this blog with those friendship quotes we have … Continue reading I’ll be there for you…(Friends Pivot Me from Chemotherapy Tediousness)
The goal is to keep fighting the cancer and stay on top The White Blood Cells (WBC) have played a significant role in my life for the last two years since my cancer diagnosis. Why did I not write about this earlier? Because sometimes my absent-mindedness takes precedence. I wish I could blame cancer for … Continue reading White Blood Cell (WBC) Count impacted by Chemotherapy
I have a small task of winning the game with a stadium filled with a terrific cheering squad rooting for me! STARTS,with unfolding a superior exuberance to my own-selfI see the LOVE and HOPE in Robin's eyesThe day I am surrounded by my Army SquadShowering their unconditional love, support, and prayersGetting the CARE from my Oncology … Continue reading Another THURSDAY.. Another Chemotherapy!
Shingles discoloration can be seen on the forehead Since my previous blog - I choose to SMILE, I have been holding up pretty well. I posted emotional blogs the last few times and wanted to share a quick update on my health and address some commonly asked questions - How do I Motivate myself? How … Continue reading Staying Powered in the Stage IV Breast Cancer Marathon Journey
Is the spread to the spine and brain really happening? These unwarned circumstances make me question if there is a sign that the universe is giving me? Am I missing something? How much are you going to keep bombarding me with? Why now without warning? Why again?
45th Bday celebration 1. What is MBC? Metastatic breast cancer, or Stage 4 or advanced breast cancer, is when breast cancer cells that start within the breast start spreading to other parts of the body such as bones, lungs, liver, or brain. These cells have the ability to break through the breast wall and spread … Continue reading FAQ Concerning My Health – Stage IV Breast Cancer
In April 2018, I began experiencing extreme fatigue, which you can't shake off with good sleep and rest. Recognizing the unusual nature of my exhaustion, I decided to consult my doctor. I had a history of Vitamin D and Vitamin B12 deficiencies, which can contribute to feelings of extreme tiredness. My doctor conducted a series … Continue reading My Friend’s Journey with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML): Navigating the Unexpected Road to Wellness
I want to start by wishing every one of you a fabulous 2023!! Hey, its still January, so I am still within the mark 🙂 I am starting this blog addressing a couple of most commonly asked questions:- How much time do I spend writing a blog? I choose my good day to write - … Continue reading I Choose to SMILE at Cancer because I want to win it!
I have been a foodie since childhood and enjoy eating all cuisines worldwide. With the cancer diagnosis last year, however, the taste buds have changed with the chemo medications. It also altered my cooking pattern a bit to best suit my needs. I now want to extend those recipes to you all. Non-cancer patients can … Continue reading Indian Recipes
Date Night after echo test to cheer up after learning about my MBC Ovarian or Peritoneal Cancer - Meeting with the Gynac Onco Between all the doctor visits and surgery, I was experiencing continued burps to the extent that if kids or Robin touched me with a little bit of force on my shoulder, it … Continue reading Breast Cancer Recurrence – Part 2
Taken before starting the chemo cycles all again to remind me fight all over and not give up In my current situation, I have to Fight like Hell and experience not only physical pain but also emotional pain by having to drag my near and dear ones into this ordeal with assumably more cloudy days. It's a … Continue reading Breast Cancer Recurrence – Part 1
I realized that all along with my life, from an early age, I have followed these 3 B’s diligently. The actions under each of them have changed with circumstances.
I want to continue thanking every one of you for extending encouragement, support, gifts, positive thoughts, and prayers to us. Trust me, no amount of thank you notes can compensate for the love and care you all have showered on us.
At this time, all we knew was my cancer on the right breast is positive, and it is metastatic because of the spread to the lymph nodes. However, we got additional lab results from the biopsy the next day, revealing I am triple negative.
Triple-negative breast cancer is considered more aggressive, has a poorer prognosis than other types of breast cancer, and is more likely to spread beyond the breast and more likely to recur (come back) after treatment.
Most days, especially the week of chemo, I feel a truck has hit me, or I have gotten beaten to a pulp. So waking up in the morning is a real challenge. The desire to live for my family, mental strength, and passion for work gets tested every day in the morning. These are the three things that push me to get out of bed every day.
The new me taken after 11 chemo. Baby Yoda is my hairless family team member. Grateful — Thank you for being there for us!! What can I say — It is so tough for me to put it into words. Thank you for the overwhelming response to the part-1 blog. My phone was buzzing with … Continue reading Chemotherapy Phase 2
While I was happy that my chemo sessions ended, the fact that I had to get mentally ready for the surgery brought in a whole new flood of emotions.
Most days, especially the week of chemo, I feel a truck has hit me, or I have gotten beaten to a pulp. So waking up in the morning is a real challenge. The desire to live for my family, mental strength, and passion for work gets tested every day in the morning. These are the three things that push me to get out of bed every day.
I resorted to cotton tops during the entire radiation process until the new skin came in. It takes a toll on your clothing because of the cream and dry skin sticking to it. Even now, after seven months of the treatment, the skin is dark in that area. There is still no hair in the armpit area, and the entire area gets tightened periodically.
From my friend - Teri himmat hee kuch aisi haiKi har Rog haar jaayeTera hausla kuch aisa haiKi har ilaaj kamyaab ho jaayeTu khud ko sambhalHum bhagwan ko sambhal lengeHaath tu apne taaqat se uthaHum apne dua mein uthaye rakhenge ------------------------------------------------------------------ Haath uthakar maangu kya Tu toh jaanta sab haiTere liye mushkil kyaTu hum sab ka … Continue reading Quotes
Breast Cancer Journey 