December first – thought I’d be more ready for the end of this very long year. But I’ve only bought 1 Christmas gift & I’m already dragging. That tree is about as much as I’ve been able to muster.
This past week’s chemo affects have not been pleasant. My face & eyes have swollen to the point that I can feel it & even see my face beyond the normal perimeters. If I fold my laundry, I’m immediately drained of all energy & need to lie down. I’ve had a constant sinus headache this past week as the tropical Christmas winds blow up all the pollen on the blooming jungle flora. My tummy is sometimes doing very concerning things. I have had that horrible taste in my mouth which unfortunately affected the lovely Thanksgiving meal shared with just a few of my neighbors. I just feel absolutely gross & exhausted. I’m probably a little bit depressed.
I have chemo again tomorrow – 2nd to last dose. I am so hoping that the side effects don’t get any worse than this past week. The finish line is just up ahead & I just need to persevere.
I have been not talking much at all because it seems to exacerbate my misery, especially feeling my gargantuan face. I’ve been laying low, napping & watching seemingly every single holiday rom-com ever made. I’m too tired to do anything else except try to just get through this part.
Looking forward to getting my holiday mojo fired up. Sending out some hugs to you all – Deb
Deb Crowe Schlosser Beats Cancer 
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