Monthly Archives: March 2013

May 11th

Posted on March 31, 2013 by kimmywink

The other day, I made some travel arrangements.  Yep, this girl is going on vacation- woot! woot!  I booked a hotel.  “I’d like to check out on May 11th,” I said to the reservations person. May 11th.  May 11th? When … Continue reading →

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Bald Sleeping Beauty

Posted on March 27, 2013 by kimmywink

No posts the last few days.  Why?  I’m sleeping!  It feels good although I admit, I wish I was spending a majority of my time doing cooler stuff. A combination of things are going on with my body these days. … Continue reading →

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Connect, Then Un-Connect

Posted on March 21, 2013 by kimmywink

I connected some dots that should not have been connected.   Yes, I was overwhelmed. It was such a simple connection, but not one really worth connecting.  Let me explain… First: Talk with Dr S he stated, “You have upper … Continue reading →

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A Prost: To the Travel Neck Pillow

Posted on March 19, 2013 by kimmywink

The side effects from WBR have been ramping up.  I completed treatment on the 8th, but the full effects of treatment kick in 2-weeks afterwards, now. For the most part I’m tired.  (I’m getting sick of hearing myself say that.) … Continue reading →

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Good Problems

Posted on March 15, 2013 by kimmywink

The trip to Seattle Cancer Care Alliance went well.  So well, that I’m feeling a tad overwhelmed by all the options presented to me.  Yes, the plural form of OPTION; consisting of, containing, or pertaining to more than one.  What a good problem to have. I have a call … Continue reading →

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No, it’s you not me.

Posted on March 11, 2013 by kimmywink

From October 2011 to February 2013 Crizotinib was my go-to targeted therapy.  We had a good run but like all things, it has come to an end. After careful evaluation of my February 13th chest and liver CT scan, it … Continue reading →

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What to do – What to do?

Posted on March 7, 2013 by kimmywink

It’s true.  I’m getting tired from WBR.  I don’t feel a huge dip is quality of life though. Why?  Because I am choosing to do the fun things and skipping the un-fun. I’m not cleaning the house.  I am chopping … Continue reading →

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Four Zaps Remain

Posted on March 4, 2013 by kimmywink

My daily brain zaps will stop on Friday at 4:00.  At that time, I will have completed 14 total. I’m hesitant to state, “It’s not so bad”.  The peak of discomfort is anticipated to hit two-weeks after my last zap. … Continue reading →

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Roses Need TLC

Posted on March 3, 2013 by kimmywink

Presidents Day came and went for me this year.  That is the weekend when most Portlander’s take the time to prune their roses.  Not me.   I don’t think the thought to take care of anything but my spotted little … Continue reading →

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