Tag Archives: cancer

50′s 60-pound weight loss is only the half

Looking at pictures of 50 Cent’s dramatic weight loss takes me back to 2008, the year I had my surgery and started chemo. It sure wasn’t pretty, but more on that in a moment.   50 dropped 60 pounds — … Continue reading

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kudos to caretakers

My poor blog has been neglected over the past several weeks, mostly because I’ve been doing a lot of work for other people. I’m not complaining. This freelance life definitely requires a little give and take. Although these days, I’m … Continue reading

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a chemo vacation

Some folks have demanding careers, others have demanding families. Me? My daily grind is managing the Big C.  Doctor’s appointments, chemotherapy sessions, and (possibly the worst of all) regular weigh-ins. Cancer is a constant responsibility, something I have to adjust my life around. Take, for … Continue reading

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