Luna's blog

Hi All,

Am so happy to be part of the community again.  Had a heck of a time reactivating my account.  Finally worked out the bugs with a little help from the Macmillan support staff.

Have started with chemo.  I finished round 2 of 6 today.  Am feeling okay.  Plan to get some walking in tomorrow to keep the momentum going and help with the recovery period.

I had my hair shaved 3 days ago and am now sporting a wig.  It's…

Evening All, Was all set to have my port inserted tomorrow but hit a snag along the way. It seems I have a skin infection on the lumpectomy incision. I knew the red inflamation on my right breast wasn't a good sign. Was hoping it would clear up. Was at the clinic for my teaching appointment and knew I'd better have the doctor take a look at me. The nurse agreed and had him come over to look himself. Antibiotics…

Dear Mates, Thank you for your input on how to break the news to kids about cancer. Your personal stories made it easier for me to talk to my daughter. My husband and I sat down with our 9 year old daughter last night. She took the news in and gave me a hug. I borrowed here and there from your stories and wove one of my own. I feel like a weight has been lifted from my shoulders. I start chemo on September 10th…

Hello All, I was diagnosed with breast cancer in June 2009. I am scheduled to start chemo on September 10th. My husband and I know we will have to tell our 9 year old daughter something as she will start to notice my hair falling out along with other symptoms. For those who have gone through this with younger kids, can you please share how you handled the matter with your kids? The clock is ticking and we know we…

Morning All, A hearty thank you for your well wishes and your prayers. Both are much appreciated. Meet with Dr. Chan, my oncologist, and was told I'd be having chemo, radiation, Hercepin and Tamoxifen. Am scheduling for a port too. As they say, one day at a time. I have a prescription for a wig. Might decide to go blond or red for that matter as I have always been a luxurious onyx/brunette. Just kidding, have…