So I Shaved My Head......
Well, Jason shaved it for me. I called Angela and her husband Amanat to come help and offer moral support. I had the kids hairdresser cut it super short on Friday because it was falling out really badly. By Saturday it was coming out in handfulls. I drew the line when Nathan crawled up to me and had my hair stuck all over his face! I was shedding like a German Shepherd. I told Jason, "just shave it off, I can't take it anymore". I cried for a minute and then we had fun with it. First the punk rocker look, then the mohawk, then off with the rest. I actually like the bandanas and hats more than the wig, they're more comfortable . I think I'll only wear the wig when I have to. Nathan doesn't notice except to pull off my hat and Will just asked if I get to wear my "New Hair"now. I'm cool with it. I think it looks ok. Chemo again this Thursday, we'll update sometime this weekend. ~Erica
How it all began......
Welcome to my website! This site was created by my wonderful friend Angela to keep everyone I love updated on my “Journey” beating Breast Cancer.
I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer on December 19, 2007 @ 4:30 in the afternoon. It was quite possibly the worst phone call I’ve ever received. The doctors kept telling me that I was “too young”… it’s probably just a cyst or a fibroid (benign tumor). So, I had convinced myself of the same. Imagine my shock and fear when the doctor said “I hate to tell you this, but it IS cancer.”
I didn’t really know how to react. At first I cried a little. Then, I was ok. Then cried some more, then, ok. It wasn’t until I saw the surgeon and learned of the best option for survival, a double mastectomy, that I really broke down. I had a meltdown for a couple of days and then I was fine. I’ve been pretty good with it ever since. I know that I can beat this sneaky disease and I will live a long life with the loves of my life; my husband Jason, and my 2 boys, Will & Nathan.
Jason had a hard time at first. He just kept thinking the worst, that I wouldn’t make it. He’s doing much better now that we’ve seen all the doctors and the prognosis is good.
The kids don’t really understand. Will (who’s almost 4) thinks mommy is having an operation, that’s it. Nathan just turned 1 so he just wants to be held all the time. That will be the hardest thing on me. I love to hold my babies and I won’t be able to pick them up for awhile.
Thankfully, my mom, Kathy, has come to the rescue. She is here as long as we need her. I am truly blessed to have such a wonderful mother and family. My sister is coming from Alaska, pregnant and all, to help out too. My dad is coming back soon and Jason’s parents, Rick & Jan along with his whole extended family are just a phone call away if I need them. Unfortunately, my brother, Steve can’t come although he wants to. I even have my friends from Maine that want to come and help! Thank you Christina and Nikki for offering. My friends here, Angela, Oti, Julie & Niki are all on standby also. They’re ready at a moments notice for whatever we need. I love you all, I can’t say how good it makes me feel to be loved.
Everyone I know is praying for us which is so wonderful. I appreciate all the prayers. Only God knows what will happen but I’m confident that he will pull me through.
Anyway, I hope you log on to find out how we’re doing down here in Texas. My surgery is January 9th @ 7:30 a.m. I’ll be in the hospital for 2 nights.
I hope this site can help anyone else who gets this horrible disease, although I pray that none of you ever have to experience it.
Love to all!
Erica
8 comments:
You go girl, you look great. Keep up the great attitude!! I know the next week after chemo will not be fun but take care of yourself and get all the sleep you need. We are all thinking of you, miss you!!
Love,
Christina
You look and sound so strong! Keep that awesome attitude.
Jo Anna, Darren and I are thinking of you.
You make bald look beautiful! You keep inspiring us with your positive attitude. You and your family are always in our thoughts and prayers. Good Luck this week,
The Guthrie's
Hey Erica,
You look really good!!! Nothing can keep you down!! Good luck Thursday. We'll be thinking of you. Rest!Love, Janice
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Love, Dee
Hang in there Erica! You look as B-E-A-utiful as ever!! Having no hair accentuates your big brown eyes even more!!! Good luck this week with Chemo! Thinking of you.
Amy (Duprey) McClain
GI Erica! Demi Moore has nothing on you sister! You look fabulous and very strong! Go Erica Go!
Hugs, hugs and more hugs!
Katie
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