So the big day finally arrived. I'd lie if I told you I wasn't scared or anxious before going to my first chemotherapy session. It's always frightening to go to places you haven't been before, both physically and mentally. In my mind chemo has always been one of the most horrifying situations I could imagine.… Continue reading Big bad chemo
Tag: mastectomy
Good hairday
Putting on one of my favourite tunes "Devils haircut" by Beck, we got into the mood. I have been really excited about going bald today. Don't think I would have done this without chemo, but now that it's happening it feels like it's the right thing to do. Making it a positive event all together… Continue reading Good hairday
We – the system
I'm turning the pages of the portfolio of the plastic surgeon. She's understandably proud of her work. "I'm sure I can get a very good result with you," she reassures me, while I'm looking at small breasts, medium breasts, large breasts. They're all fake, it's easy to see. It's undeniable good work, but the situation… Continue reading We – the system
Making memories
When I got the news that I had to have my left breast removed I decided to make proper goodbye. Luckily I have amazing friends to help out so I managed to both make a plaster cast of my chest and a photoshoot to celebrate the era that was about to end. I was so… Continue reading Making memories