October has New Meaning

When I think of October I think of cool weather, beautiful changing leaves, and of course my birthday :-) As Dan says my birthday lasts all month. This year October has new meaning because it is Breast Cancer month and because of all I have been through this year. I sometimes wake up and think did this really all happen? It's amazing how many people have been touched by breast cancer in some way. It seems everyone knows someone who has been impacted. I pray for anyone who is going through it now, for survivors, for caregivers, for friends and family.

I'm doing as well as can be expected. I have six more radiation treatments, 24 down 6 to go! It hasn't exactly been a walk in the park as I was told. It is certainly not as bad as chemo but the position I have to be in for anywhere from 20 to 45 minutes gets very painful. I will be so glad to have it over with and not have to drive to the Cancer Center every day Monday-Friday. After I complete radiation all I have is immunotherapy for six more months. I go every 3 weeks and receive two drugs and it doesn't make me sick - yay! I'm starting to see a little bit of hair growth but it's going to be awhile before I can go out without something on my head. Patience Ann!

As of October 1st I officially retired from teaching Jazzercise. I loved being an instructor for 9 years, it was one of the best decisions of my life. I am very thankful for the wonderful friendships and for all the support of my Jazz family. I know in my heart it's time to step off the stage and be a student again. However… if a Bruno song comes on I may have to jump up on stage and shake my tailfeathers!

xo