Surviving Step by Step: G.I. Wendy

My sister met me at the salon and the ordeal began. The minute I sat in the chair, the tears started running down my face. I was soothed by both my sister and the hairdresser. I had my eyes closed for a few minutes until I gained my composure, then slowly opened them. I wanted to watch. I had to watch. This was not a natural occurrence for a girl and I decided if I didn't see what was going on, I may wish I had.

Before I knew it we were talking and joking and then I knew all was going to be OK. I had to accept it and move on. Doesn't mean I liked it. My hairdresser did say my head had a nice shape. But boy, I didn't realize how much gray was under all that brown hair. Actually, they said it looked more silver. When the time comes for it to grow back, I wonder what my hair will be like. That will be months from now.  My wig is nice, but it does make the head sweat. The warmer weather isn't even here yet.

When we left the beauty shop, I really could have used a stiff drink. But that would not be good for me. I settled for a cherry limeade from Sonic and a nice ride along the beach road starting in Navarre down to P'cola Beach. It was beautiful. The water was glistening and the sand was pretty. It calmed me down. My sister and I had some quality time to talk and laugh.

This past chemo did a little more wear on the body. I am zapped for energy at times. My body is slower and sleeping is more difficult. I'm not feeling sorry for myself. I'm at a bittersweet time right now. Not liking the after effects, but knowing it is healing the body. I just don't run out the door anymore to run errands. There is a process to getting ready. Just takes a little more time to prepare. I'm still very thankful for my support group of friends and family. It makes everything easier. I'm not feeling overwhelmed yet but, at times, not sure of my choices about everyday happenings. But, all will work out. It usually does, and then we had all that worrying for nothing. Well, everyone enjoy the day. Give a compliment, make someone smile and feel important about themselves.

My faith will keep me strong and my family will make me smile. Life is good.

Surviving Step by Step