It feels like yesterday when I got the call that I had been diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer, 8 tumors, and needed to start chemo right away. In the blink of an eye, I had finished my first round of chemo and within 14 short days, I started to lose the hair that I loved so much. My body began to change, my energy level took a huge dive, and it became difficult to walk some days. We learned that I have a HORRIBLE reaction to each chemo session. I have about a 15 minute window before I am writhing and screaming in pain because it feels like my insides become lava and are being ripped out of me. I get an adjunct medication shot the day after chemo that slams my bone marrow with a sledge hammer. I am usually down for a couple days, and I cry A LOT!! It hurts from the top of my head to the tip of my toes. My parents have been so unbelievable in their support and I couldn't imagine walking this path without them. I have beautiful friends that have enriched my life, more than I deserve. I look back at memories that make me smile and laugh until I snort. I have my precious bubba that stays next to his momma something fierce. I had a girlfriend ask what she could do, and this was something that one of the gals in my support group suggested to some of us. It gives others an opportunity to do something, if they'd like to. I'm still learning how it works, so forgive the 'curve'. I'm looking forward to my birthday, that happens to fall on turkey day this year. I'm fighting everyday, and thank you to my countless cheerleaders!!