Monthly Archives: October 2012

Shine a Light on Lung Cancer 2012

Posted on October 31, 2012 by kimmywink

A nationwide event is taking place on November 13th.  It’s the Shine a Light on Lung Cancer Vigil hosted by Lung Cancer Alliance.  You bet I’ll be there!  I am also asking you all to participate by attending this event. … Continue reading →

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What’s up Throat?

Posted on October 30, 2012 by kimmywink

An extremely tender part of my body is my throat.  Between the chemo, radiation, bronchoscopy, and ulceration that I’ve talked about on this blog it is pretty much shot. To this day I still have difficulty swallowing. Last Saturday at … Continue reading →

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Insurance Change… Again

Posted on October 25, 2012 by kimmywink

“The only constant is change.”  -Heraclitus Now that I’m medically disabled my medical insurance comes from SW’s employer.  They announced a few weeks ago that they will be switching from ODS to United Healthcare. My first reaction was panic.  Is … Continue reading →

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Nap Time

Posted on October 23, 2012 by kimmywink

Over the last few weeks I’ve been proudly stating, “I don’t need afternoon naps any more.” A more accurate statement would be I’m not taking afternoon naps any more. I’m not sure why it is but I attribute naps to … Continue reading →

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Getting Fitted

Posted on October 19, 2012 by kimmywink

Having this backyard project is a wonderful distraction from cancer.  It is causing some stress but overall I love it. The concrete paving work is done.  And looking spiffy! The concrete fire pit will be crafted this weekend by the … Continue reading →

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Scan Frequency

Posted on October 16, 2012 by kimmywink

My oncologist, Dr S, has let me decide when to get my next scan- the one that tells me what’s up with the cancer.  My last scan was August 2012.  My options were 8-weeks or 12-weeks from August.  I’ve decided … Continue reading →

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My Life Insurance

Posted on October 14, 2012 by kimmywink

Finally, the investigation by my life insurance carrier, Standard Insurance, is over.  It was determined that I was qualified for the policy and it will remain in place!  ‘Why would it not be in place?’ you ask.  Well, in my … Continue reading →

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Super House Owner Kim

Posted on October 12, 2012 by kimmywink

The last week has been all about the backyard project.  For contracting out what I thought was all the work SW and I have been quite busy completing tasks.  Since I lack the energy to help for hours on end, … Continue reading →

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Added a Page

Posted on October 7, 2012 by kimmywink

A few have asked the question, “How do I post a comment on your blog?” I added a short how-to.  You will find How to Post a Comment under the Aquarius vs. Cancer title block. Also, if you choose to … Continue reading →

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It’s only Friday?

Posted on October 5, 2012 by kimmywink

Feels like days have passed since yesterday.  Could have something to do with the restful sleep I got last night.  (Woo-hoo for that!) My blood bounced back up!  No change to the Crizotinib dosage.  I am very very very happy. … Continue reading →

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