Cancer Lessons

I have one more round of chemo next Tuesday. 

This journey is far from over and it has taught me so much already.

Pay close attention to the people who remained silent during your journey. Those who didn't send a card, flowers, or make a simple phone call to check on you.
Those are not your people.

You don't even need to tell them how they hurt you.
Just distance yourself as you start your new era of healing. 

It can be disheartening to discover that some people may not be as supportive as you had hoped, it's crucial to focus on the positive relationships that do exist. Some of these relationships may even be new. Don't let them fade away. 

A week ago I lost a friend who was very dear to me.
She has some type of medical emergency and we still don't have the answers to what happened.

Aurora Nelson was my best friend and brides maid at my wedding in 2015. She was so kind and loving to everyone. Witty and hilarious.

I'm really missing her during this time. I wish I could text her that I'm dreading the last round of chemo. I can't feel my damn feet or hands.

​She would respond back with something funny to make me laugh. She knew humor was the best medicine. I know she is watching over me now. I talk to her outloud and hope she continues to be by my side over the next few months. 
Survivor in The Making! 
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