Deena requested a photo of my hair these days. Here ya go, Deena! I am not hating it. In fact, after the hour and a half it takes to get it to look like this, I kinda like it :) More later xo
I’ve just completed Day Three of abstaining from self-derogatory comments. How’s it going for me? Let me just say that it’s the self-esteem equivalent of Everest without oxygen. (And I say that with a lot of self love, as usual.) The 31-day plan came about one night at the end of November while driving home from work. As usual, I called Sam. We kvetched about the usual stuff—including the guys in our lives—during which time I told Sam about a conversation I’d recently had with Ocho: [Scene: Ocho and I are walking my border collie, Marge, back from the beach.] Me: “I am one more day closer to being super cute.” Ocho: “?” Me: “With each new day, I am 24 hours closer to being skinnier and having longer hair.” Ocho: “Hm,” Me: “And then you’ll tell me I’m pretty again.” Ocho: [making eye contact] “I tell you you’re pretty all the time.” Me: “No you don’t.” Ocho: “Yes, I do. You’re just too fucking stupid to remember it (big smile).” “That’s a great line,” said Sam, quickly adding that I abs...
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I wish I had hair..and I will soon.
your's is gorgeous.!!
ok, tell me about how long
after your LAST chemo you noticed it growing..
and how long it took for it to be this thick..??
and is it different than
before??
love ya
Deena
See Deena?! That's going to be you sooner than later!
I am so glad you posted this photo not just for Deena to keep going but also so I could see you up close. But I did appreciate the other photo you e'd.
Your eyes have the depth of the Grand Canyon now kiddo. And I've spent a lot of time looking into the Canyon so I do know. Wow, this is a special photo.
Thanks for looking us all in the eyes. xo Church
Church: You are such a cool person. This meant a lot to me. Thank you.
Jena: :)!
Love the hair.
Love the smile at the corner of your lips.
Love the passion and quiet knowing I can see in your eyes.
Your blog is great, you look fantastic- it's been sooooo long.
Sorry to read about Ruby, I think about you a lot and hope you are well.
Josiane
xo
Thanks for sharing,
Katie
Man, I miss my blog buddies :) Y'all are so good for my heart and soul.
I've only lost less than 2 pounds..
waaah I wanted to drop more
teehee
dEena
glad to hear from you~~
Friday is chemo 5 of 6
lovingly, Deena
Hugs, Karen
Hi Karen! 7 years as a BC survivor is cause to celebrate! When do you start counting? After surgery or after chemo/radiation? If it's after surgery, I'm coming up on 2 years. If it's after treatments, I'm at 1 year 4 months. Thanks so much for the comment :)