Frown Upside Down

I finally reach the point of being over treatment. The chemotherapy for me is not too bad but knowing that I have 4 more to go seems so far away. There are moments when I just want to say "SCREW IT" but receiving pictures and flowers like this keeps me fighting even when I want to give up. Today was my 8th Taxol treatment and I was feeling a little down but I have people out there that turned my frown upside down. It's so great to know that you have people cheering for you even when you think you have no cheer left. I have days when I am so full of energy and some days I just want to lay in bed. My doctors told me not to beat myself up about when I have bad days, but sometimes that is "easily said than done". My weakness is being patient but in this case, I am forced to be. Every time I do blood work, it's always the unknown. Cancer has definitely taught me to look within myself. All the flaws I once had are not relevant nor important to me. Heck! Once all my hair came off, it was "GAME ON!" LOL! You guys stay with me on my journey. You have been a big help to my recovery process and I am forever grateful for the love and support. If you know someone that is going through cancer, please reach out by sending a gift, text or even better a phone call. You will truly make their day!
xoxo
Superbritt

Co workers sent me a picture

 

Flower delivery from my bestfriend

Coat of Polish

My nails are changing and my nail bed is starting to turn dark, but the weird thing is, they are still strong. Taxol has so many side affects and they are a bit scary. For instance, your nails can fall off and you will experience numbness in your hands and feet. I have not quit made it to the numbness nor my nails falling off, but my nails are getting dark.
The best method to protect your nail bed is to keep them polish, which will then keep the light off your nails and stop them from turning dark. Now, I have spoken with a lot of ladies at the cancer center and it works for them.

• Make sure to STAY AWAY from the acrylic nails. Only polish your natural ones yourself.

You have to ice your nails during treatment for at least 30 minutes. Sometimes I forget my mittens however, when I make it home, I quickly ice up for 30 minutes. It SUCKS but having the satisfaction knowing this will help my nails is all the validation I need. Receiving chemotherapy is like having a job that you hate going to but you know you need it at the moment. Strangely enough, I look forward into going every week because I get to chat with other patients and ask questions about their experiences. Don't be ashame of the changes that happens to your body. Just embrace them and put on a coat of polish!
xoxo
Superbritt

Roll with the Punches

Dear Cancer...

I have relationships that have blossom and some that just faded in the wind. In the beginning there are so many people rooting for you, but then life happens. I guess you expect for those relationships to stay strong throughout your journey. NEWS FLASH!! They don't and you know what, that's okay. You learn how to become a stronger person all though at times you need someone to be strong for you. Life is funny at times and you have to learn how to roll with the punches. You may get knock down a couple of times but when you fight, the reward is worth much more in the end! Now I understand the true meaning of fighter.
xoxo
Superbritt

Taxol Round 6

This was a pretty fun day at the doctors office. My WBC were finally good. The hubby and I decided to do a quick photoshoot before the doctor walked in. Sometimes you have to take your mind off of what you are truly there for and at least have a little fun. I always try to make my visits fun even when I am nervous. As you can see my hubby makes a desk in every room we go to.
My stomach started to hurt again, so I had to take a 10 minute break in order to resume treatment again. Hopefully next time my stomach pain will not occur but you never know how your body will react. Treatment six of Taxol is the halfway mark for me yet it feels like I have an eternity to go.  I think the hardest part is pushing through the last set of treatments. It becomes "mind over matter". I've come to realize that life never stops while going through cancer. You just have to live in the moment, take it day by day and plan for the future!
xoxo
Superbritt 

Button up for Cancer

 

I received my cute button earrings in the mail. I was so excited because it made me feel special. This organization was started for Cassidy who was diagnosed with cancer at a young age, same as me.They support individuals who have been diagnosed with cancer. They use fashion such as button earrings to raise awareness and money for people who are fighting cancer. The money that is raised and donated will support families in need during cancer treatment. You can find out more information on their website @ #buttonupforcancer and I hope you make someone else feel special.

 

xoxo

Superbritt

 

 

 

 

Hair Growth

My hair has been growing back rapidly. I was told that it was not going to grow back until I finish all of my chemotherapy session but that was untrue. As you can see in my video, I have hair. Amazing right. My hair started shading after my 2nd treatment, so I had my husband to shave it off. Strangely enough after I finished my 3rd treatment it started sprouting back up. Now I know everyone is different. I only used two products just to keep my scalp moisturized because the Chemo definitely will dry it out. I used vitamin E oil by Trader Joes and The Body Shop Ginger Scalp Care, Anti-Dandruff Shampoo - Large 400ml but I'm sure you can use any brand of products. These are the ones that worked for me. Watch my video below to find out more details.

xoxo
Superbritt

Mastectomy Lumpectomy Pillow Seat Belt Cover

This was a gift from GOD!! My bestfriend sent me a seat belt cover. Never thought about having a cover for my seat belt but it is needed after surgery and good for your port. You do not have to worry about the seatbelt rubbing against your port and having pressure on the chest. This was a great gift! Your port is very sensitive after getting stuck a lot from chemo treatments and also after surgery. The seat belt cover made a big difference! If you are looking for a gift for someone who is going through cancer, this pillow is the perfect one.
Mastectomy Lumpectomy Pillow Seat Belt Chemo Port Cover Surgery Breast Cancer Pillow Gift Polka Dot
xoxo
Superbritt