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Some of the Journey

Here I am getting ready to go to a gala for my new job. This was about a week into November 2011. I had no idea the journey I was about to embark on.
My wonderful friend Erin came down to visit me and spend some time. It was wonderful to have her here! We had no idea the news I would hear less then 2 weeks later.
I decided to cut my long hair before chemo so that it would not be as traumatic losing my hair. It was still extremely difficult, but at least I know I will have a cute little pixie option when my hair returns.
The first day of chemotherapy. I had intensive treatments, 4 months, every 2 weeks, for 5 hours each time. I always was trying to keep the smile and imagine the poison they were pumping right into my heart as being what could save me life.
During my final day of chemotherapy. I had made it this far! Next leg of my journey would be radiation treatment.
Here I am with my radiation team on the final day, August 22, 2012. I was with these ladies every day for 7 weeks. They really took good care of me through their leg of my journey.
Still a long road ahead, but I am keeping calm and carrying on. Thank you for all of the love, support, and prayers on my behalf. I could not have made it this far without the support of countless others, or my amazing medical team at Virginia Hospital Center.

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  1. Julie MackSeptember 5, 2012 at 10:29 AM

    You look beautiful! And I'm so proud of you :-) love you!!!

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  2. The Jones FamilySeptember 5, 2012 at 11:10 AM

    I've having issues commenting on blogs these days, I tried posting before, but it didn't stick-hope this works. I am so glad you decided to share your journey with us because it really does inspire me to always get checked out. I LOVE LOVE LOVE the pixie cut on you!!! You are so beautiful with you radiating smile!

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  3. Missy @ Chateau Chic BoutiqueSeptember 6, 2012 at 5:26 PM

    I love you my dear, brave friend. I truly admire the woman you are. Keep on girlie! You are beautiful.

    Big ol' bessings,
    Mis

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  4. sonya dSeptember 6, 2012 at 9:56 PM

    Yes! You made it!! hang in there, Z!

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