My buzz cut didn’t last long. I kept finding little hairs everywhere. My pillowcase was especially bad! So after Yom Kippur services, Aaron took the rest off. I have to say it actually looks better now!
We discovered I have a scar on my head in addition to my CI scars; it must be from my 2000 accident when I was hit by a truck. Yes, I literally have felt like I was hit by a truck!
The past several days have been much better; little to no nausea and no mouth sores. Thank goodness for the respite! Just fatigue and another side effect I didn’t even know was one: watery eyes. My body is drying up, so that makes sense. What’s depressing is I also found out that contrary to popular opinion, weight loss doesn’t always happen with cancer. Weight gain is more likely. And if I end up menopausal, it’ll be hard to get off. I’m already at my heaviest weight, so that’s just fabulous. I’m trying not to think about it right now; I have to focus on getting through each day. If I’m lucky, my migraines will be better if I go into menopause, which will make it easier to exercise consistently.
Anyway, tomorrow is Round 2 of KCA, or Kick Cancer’s Ass (thanks, Stacey, for the great acronym)! I start bright and early with bloodwork, followed by my port placement. Then I visit with Dr. Brufsky’s team; they’ll check me out and be subjected to a ton of questions. Around noon will be my chemo treatment. It’ll be a long day!
My parents came in Monday to see me for the first time since my diagnosis. It’s been nice having them here for Yom Kippur. Aaron will take me for the morning appointments, and then my parents will tag team for my chemo.
Mom looked through her closets and brought all the hats she could find. I had a fashion show the other night; here are two of the funniest. The one on the left is a headband, not a full hat. Needless to say, they’re going back to Buffalo! Captions are from Doran.
14 responses to “Another Haircut”
Crusades hat comment – hysterical AND historical!!!!
Love the crusading look! haha
Doran’s captions are fabulous!!!
I like “home alone”!!
Sending you continued strength as you practice being brave ‘n tough👍🏼👍🏼
I bet your parents are relieved to be with you. Happy New Year and love to all🙏🏼
Doran is such a funny kid. I hope you keep the second hat as winter is coming and it looks warm. Keep up the great attitude and the positive outlook. You are brilliant!
Lisa: You rock both looks! Stay strong and positive!! 🙂
L’ SHANA TOVA. may you all be written into the book of life!!!!
Good luck with tomorrow’s chemo treatment, Lisa! I love the hat pictures- definitely made me smile.
Loved the comments and you look cute in both of them!!! Save them for a snowy day 🤗. Meant to tell you, I remember your Grandma Nettie real well. She had the prettiest blue eyes. We used to work together at School 82. Sometimes, she even subbed in my room for my aide!. And we also had door duty together!❗❗She also brought me the most beautiful poems that you wrote when you were a teenager. I kept them for many years! Yes, your Grandma Nettie was very special to me during those years💕💖💕💖
Thank you Karen for your kind words about my mother💜
Loved reading about Grandma Nettie – thank you!
That was from me, Lisa. Karen Wiseman
Lisa, you look amazing no matter what. You are a badass, my friend.. kickin’ cancer’s ass again tomorrow. Those pics are great. Good to see you laughing! And Doran’s captions!!
Hope all goes smoothly tomorrow. It’ll be a long day. Glad to hear your folks are here. Sending love. ❤️
I am so happy to read that your parents are finally there with you! As for the head gear, I love the “Home Alone” look. I know you will eventually find what’s comfortable and makes you feel good (and keeps you warm too). I will be thinking about you today for KCA round #2! Sending love and hugs! 💗💗