I HAVE CROSSED THE CHEMO FINISH LINE!

That's right folks! As of 2:30 PM today, I finished my chemotherapy treatments! Bring on my hair! However, I don't feel like celebrating quite yet as my cancer journey is not complete. Tomorrow my mom and I will be traveling to Atlanta to visit with a breast surgeon and plastic surgeon to discuss and schedule a bilateral mastectemy. The fun continues...

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Hi, friends! I wanted to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! We all have much to be thankful for. I am especially thankful for great health insurance, mineral oil, anti-nausea drugs, percocet, and bean burritos. But, most of all, I am SO thankful for all the love and support that I have received from you!

HEY, ATHENIANS! HELP FIGHT CANCER THIS WEEK!

The University of Georgia's chapter of Relay for Life is sponsoring
"Crusade Against Cancer" on November 15-18. Throughout the
week, the Crusade Against Cancer Program is going to be presented
throughout campus. Topics of the program include breast cancer,
testicular cancer, lung cancer, skin cancers, and healthy lifestyle.

In addition, specific events are scheduled throughout this
week for people to participate in. On Wednesday, Nov. 17,
there will be a fundraiser at the Tate Center from 11 am - 2
pm relating to tobacco awareness. On Thursday, Nov. 18, the
Great American Smokeout will take place. This event
encourages individuals to vow to go at least the day without
smoking! On that same day, from 7 - 8 pm at the Arch there
will be a candlelight vigil to honor loved ones affected by
cancer. People are encouraged to bring a photo of their
loved ones who have been or are presently affected by cancer
for a collage that is going to be made.

Thanks to my girl, Adina, for the link!

HELP OTHERS CHECK THEIR GIRLS!

The breast cancer site helps fund mammograms for women who can't afford them. All you have to do is visit their Web site and click! It just takes a second and you don't even have to sign up! Thanks to Wendy for forwarding an email about this. And, for those of you who are suspicious, this site is totally legit. Click away!

IF YOU THINK CANCER IS SCARY

No, it's not polar bears (Though, one of my biggest fears is being attacked by a wild animal). This article that I came across yesterday on CNN.com about global warming alarmed me. Just thought I'd pass it along to you folks since I am a firm believer that the deterioration of our environment has a huge impact on our health. If you'd like to take a stand for the environment and its cute little polar bear cubs (see above image) visit saveourenvironment.org. This is SO important now that "the American people have spoken" and re-elected our tree-hatin' president.

I must apologize, I wanted to keep the blog non-partisan, but I just couldn't help it!

I LIKE MY COFFEE CREAMY AND MY CROSSWORDS EASY

It's about time for another "Life's Joys" post.



There's nothing better than enjoying a sweet, creamy cup of coffee while pursuing a challenging crossword puzzle after twelve hours of sleep. It's one of my favorite things to do. In fact, I did it this morning.