Hi Friends!
Great News! I am FINALLY done with cranio-spinal radiation. I am beyond enthused because the x-ray beams go through my spine and hit my stomach making it IMPOSSIBLE to hold anything down. Also, it burnt my throat making it impossible to swallow anything (even my own saliva!) But that is over, done.......ON TO THE NEXT!
I shaved my head because my hair was coming out in chunks, and I figured that I'm a tough chick :-/ FALSE!!! The first few nights, I wept like a small child. But the great news is that I still have my eyebrows, eye lashes, leg hair (...yay...) I made it ALL the way through cranio-spinal radiation and even told my radiation therapist that it looked like I made it out with all my hair!!! Jinx...started falling out that night. Ughh....sometimes it feels like I just cannot win.
I have had three neupogen shots. For you cancer newbies, a neupogen shot is a shot to kick my bone marrow into high gear to start producing more white blood cells. Last week, my counts got extremely low and there was even talks of a blood transfusion. I think that scared my body....my counts the next day were pretty high.
Just over halfway through! Some mornings, I just want to skip the day all together because Nausea isn't my name and puking my brains out is NOT my game!!! Then I have mornings that I thank God that I'm alive. I need to start having more of those mornings....
Peace, Love, and Lots of Fluids!
XO
Kirsten
PS- If you want to help me with my medical expenses, you can make donations at http://goo.gl/E8VHQ
Checks can be made out to "Love for Kirsten". Call or email for address. <3
I'm glad you and your leg hair are here. Keep on rocking your fight!
ReplyDeleteBravery is much hotter than long hair.
ReplyDeleteKirsten,
ReplyDeleteYou are brave and real and honest. Your strength is inspiring. I know you give hope to others.
Wishing you warm comfort and sending gentle (((hugs))),
Lori Luza
glad you're having more good mornings and good days!! spirit and faith is soo important! the more you can trust in this, the better it will be. there is great opportunity in adversity if you can look for it. the opportunity to learn and grow and be the strong person that you ARE. :) stay cool.
ReplyDeleteA lot more of those mornings are on the way! Thinking of you and how hysterical and brave and inspirational you are!! Sending prayers and love from San Francisco.
ReplyDeleteHey Kirsten
ReplyDeleteyou are amazing, your ability to stay so strong in the face of adversity is inspiring x
Keep on kicking cancer butt! It takes a special kinda courage and you've got it. Extra bundles of healing and strength being sent to you from me
ReplyDeleteI agree with Peter. You are brave and strong and bright.
ReplyDeletemany positive thoughts for you!
eva
Oh leg hair. You are so brave, Kirsten! Keep smiling.
ReplyDeleteYou're such a strong person, Kirsten! I'm 23 myself and I can't even imagine having to go through everything you've already battled through right now. You've had to grow up pretty quickly, but in that you've somehow been able to retain this positive, youthful, happy vibe even while grimacing through these battles... You're inspiring and I hope you know that everyone is cheering you on. You've come this far, you're going to win this.
ReplyDeleteIt's obvious by how you said you scared your body in to producing more white blood cells... Your overwhelming urge to WIN is literally kicking your body in to gear. Mind over matter dear, and you're proof! Keep proving it.
Sending a ton of love!
-Lindsey / Neon Emu from Austin, TX
You're basically an all-star. Keeping you in my thoughts as you kick ass!
ReplyDeleteKirsten,
ReplyDeleteYou are awesome! Your words are strong, as I am sure are you:) The fact that you can talk candidly about your experience, both the hard and better aspects show not only your humanity and tenacity, but also your courage.
Love to you,
Rach
xoxox Boston
Strength and love to you, brave, beautiful girl. Keep fighting and skipping. x
ReplyDeleteYou are so brave and strong and inspirational. Keep fighting and keep smiling!
ReplyDeleteGood luck and God bless, dear. You are so tough, and I pray for your safe recovery.
ReplyDeletewow. i can't even believe how strong you are. i'm amazed at your real view of things and your positivity in this situation. stay strong!!
ReplyDeleteDang Kirsten - you're awesome!! What courage and humor you have! You're a stud...I'm pretty sure you'd kick my butt! Hang in there Girl! You've got numbers you don't even know loving you and praying for you. God bless you and keep you strong!!
ReplyDelete- Jonathan Ruth
What a jerk about the leg hair. One of my highschool friends had non hodgkin's lymphoma (and relapsed, years later) and lost almost all her hair... but still had to shave her armpits. We laughed so hard about how cruel that was.
ReplyDeleteI'm wishing you healing and peace and so much love.
Take heart in the knowledge that when hair comes back it's better...thinker, curlier, just more lush. Something to look forward to!
ReplyDeleteKristen- Keep on fighting the good fight and keeping your sense of humor! So inspired and impressed with your bravery!
ReplyDeleteWow... such strength is amazing! Your optimism, bravery, sense of humor and general awesomeness are incredible. With all that (plus your white blood cells) you sure are gonna have lots of good mornings. Lots of LOVE for Kirsten :)
ReplyDeleteKirsten, your humor and lightness with which you approach what could be simply so negative is incredibly encouraging and inspiring! Keep up the good fight and those positive vibes can beat anything back :)
ReplyDeleteLove, Emma
If you ever do lose your leg hair and need some, let me know...just kidding :)
ReplyDeleteYou are a true inspiration to me and I really admire your bravery and determination to overcome these really challenging times.
I hope that you are able to heal and have cancer become a thing of your past. My thoughts are with you and never ever give up. You are amazing!
I wish you recovery, healing, more happy mornings, and perhaps some selective hair loss (e.g. just your leg and armpit hair!)
ReplyDeleteHooray for leg hair! Hey, it's something, right? I love your spirit and spunk. Keep on keeping on, I have a feeling great things are in store for you.
ReplyDeleteYou are SO INSPIRING! Keep on ROCKIN girl! <3
ReplyDeleteKirsten, I can't believe how much you've been through already! Keep fighting and stay strong-- at least you won't have to shave your legs for a while! :)
ReplyDeleteYou are a warrior. Whenever things feel like krap, remember your strength, your amazing sense of humor, and your rock star status in life. Sending internal hugs and love your way
ReplyDeleteYou need to find a way to bottle your awesomeness.
ReplyDeleteKristen, I don't know you but I'm sending you lots of support and energy as you battle this thing. I laughed really hard at "...leg hair..."; you would think that if you were going to get a break on one thing, it would be that! Keep smiling and shaving (or not) those legs, girl. You have an incredible attitude, but know that during those times when you're exhausted and your positivity might start to wane that you have a lot of people with a lot of good thoughts buoying you up.
ReplyDeleteI know you probably have had a lot of advice from a lot of people, but load up on antioxidants! You will be amazed to see the results that they bring. Can never have enough antioxidants... (because your body is going through rapid oxidation).
ReplyDeleteI know a few amazing people who are still healthy after cancer because of them :)
I'm 23 as well, and a Nutrition Expert, so I can feel for you! Ask me anything you want. I'd be happy to help!
Wish you the best and hope you can stay positive! Which is the number 2 ingredient, but I'll shut up now ;)
Lots of love and luck, Kirsten! Shine like your beautiful name!
God bless you!
-Tanya
I am sending warm thoughts and well wishes your way. Stay strong!!!!!
ReplyDeleteKristen, I love your humor and bravery. And leg hair... sure reminds us to be thankful for the little things, right? Keep up the positive attitude!
ReplyDeleteI laughed out loud when I read your blog. You are so funny and your strengh radiates through your words. Keep fighting and I wish you blessed things to come -- and you're right - the heart and soul always wins!!
ReplyDeleteXO
Kb
I am beyond inspired by you - that you have come through so much and kept your sense of humour is astonishing to me. I will be following your journey with much love and best wishes.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure that the leg hair will have a use at some point...!
God Bless,
Hannah xxx
You are an inspiration! Bombing you with love, as back-up for all of those mainstream treatments, and wishing you many years of mornings when you are happy to be alive!
ReplyDelete((Hugs))
Esta
you're a rockstar! keep fighting on. you and your leg hair. :]
ReplyDeleteYou are such an inspiration! Keep the positivity!! NOTHING can take that away from you! sending love and prayers!!!!
ReplyDeleteSo inspiring! Thank you for sharing. Your story reminds me how life is a gift, even though sometimes it royally sucks. Best of luck to you! ♥
ReplyDeleteWow, I admire you positive outlook and your strength. You will kick this, I know it, and there are so many stories that the will to live is what keeps everyone going, and surviving! I am thinking of your and praying for you and more mornings of being happy to be alive!
ReplyDeleteKristina
Your honesty and humor are awesome. What a gift you are to this world!
ReplyDeleteKirsten - A sense of humor in times of adversity is so important. Hang in there and know that lots of people are thinking about you today.
ReplyDeleteYou are amazing! Clearly you are not your cancer, and the cancer will leave. You keep up just being "you"...which is fantastic. I'm saying prayers and thinking good thoughts that this part of your life will be gone soon and you will move on...cancer free.
ReplyDeleteLove...Mark
Your shiny attitude is EVERYTHING, you know? No matter what happens, if you keep your spirit this lifted & let your optimism work its magic, this process will never get the best of you <3!
ReplyDeleteKirsten- I can't even begin to imagine what you're going through. I wish there was something I could say that would make you feel better, but there's probably not. Know that you are loved and cared for, and more than that, Christ adores you. Isaiah 43:4 says, "Others were given in exchange for you. I traded their lives for yours because you are precious to me. You are honored, and I love you."
ReplyDeleteKirsten,
ReplyDeleteI cannot even imagine what you are going through but I just wanted to let you know that we are thinking about you and praying for you! Keep up with your good spirits and know that a lot of people are cheering for you! Stay strong!
Sending lots of love from Iowa!
April Stevens
I never thought it would be possible to be a girl and be grateful for leg hair - then again I guess there is a time and a place to be grateful for it! Keep fighting it and don't give up! YOU ROCK!!
ReplyDeleteKristen!!
ReplyDeleteI am blown away by your strength. Keep up the fight, girl, your personality by itself will beat this thing! Keep kicking butt and remember that your hair WILL come back. My mom had cancer several years ago, and hers came back thick, curly, and gorgeous!
-Abby in North Carolina
You are still beautiful! Rock those eyelashes and eyebrows! I am so excited for you since I know that you came out on top of the last 2 rounds, and I know that you will make it through this. I hope you start having more days of happiness and gratitude, but don't be down on yourself when you feel sad too. All emotions are acceptable. Remember, you are awesome, beautiful, BRAVE, and a miracle! (:
ReplyDeleteYAY YOU!
ReplyDeleteyou are such an inspiration, and have such a wonderful sense of humor and zest for life. Stay strong! Sending lots of love and prayers your way!
ReplyDeleteHang in there, Kirsten. Keep your spirits up! I believe you can make it through this. Thank you for sharing your experiences with all of us. Even though many of us have never met you, we love and appreciate you, and even when you're not having "Thank God I'm alive" mornings, know that we're grateful you're still here. Warm thoughts!
ReplyDeleteFight like a girl! and kick cancer's a$$. Sending hugs and prayers to you.
ReplyDeleteYour bravery and honesty is an inspiration, and is a great reminder to be grateful for what we do have....even if the only thing on the list at the present moment is leg hair ;) Keep fighting girl! Will power is a wonderful, magical thing!
ReplyDeleteGirl, you've got this! Thinking of you!!
ReplyDeleteIt takes guts to post this online so thank you for your inspiration!! It means more than you know!
You are so inspiring and enthusiastic! Your humor and honesty are wonderful and your attitude will help you through. Stay positive and keep fighting! Let your leg hair be a reminder that you are still alive :) what a great thing!
ReplyDeleteSending all my energy to you!
Sending BIG hugs your way and keeping you in my prayers!
ReplyDeleteSending you strength and good wishes. You can kick this!
ReplyDeleteYour optimism is inspiring lady!! Keep on fighting the good fight. And seriously, leg hair is holding on but you had to shave your head? The universe is just NOT playing fair when it comes to body hair.
ReplyDeleteStay strong, Kirsten! Your humor will help you to get through this. AND...we can be strong AND cry once in a while. That's reality. That's life. Will be sending strength and healing energy your way.
ReplyDeleteKristen, your blog made me laugh and cry all at the same time. Your humor and optimism are seriously contagious. God love ya girl! Keep up the fight and stay strong. YOU CAN DO ANYTHING!!
ReplyDeletesmiles & hugs
Jess
Hey Kirsten, I see a lot of people have made the same mistake I have and called you KRISTEN.
ReplyDeleteEither way, we all mean it with love, regardless, and hope you keep it up with your amazing outlook. Keep on fighting, woman!
Kirsten,
ReplyDeleteYou are my hero! I am in awe of your upbeat demeanor in the face of your challenges. You've inspired me beyond words. Thank you for being who you are. You make a difference!
Lori
The human spirit never ceases to amaze me and you're a great example of it! Words very rarely fail me but the way you're dealing with this I can't express, except to thank you.
ReplyDeleteSending love and prayers to you.
ReplyDeleterockin' it all the way!
ReplyDeletelots of laughter and love, green lights, and sunshine!
She's bringing leg hair back! ;)
ReplyDeleteYour spirit is amazing. I love that you are still living with exclamation points.
The world needs more people like you. Your story and outlook is so inspiring! Thank you for sharing it all with us. :)
ReplyDeletePraying for you from south Alabama! We homeschool, and our Bible memory verse this week is "...the joy of the Lord is your strength." Nem. 8:10
ReplyDeletePeace, Love and Strength
April
You are amazing. You really are. I am sure your strength, bravery and pure awesomeness will inspire many more people than just me. Keep on fighting.
ReplyDeleteLots of love,
Kirsten, it is so nice to see that you are treating cancer as just a hurdle to get over in your life, and not a death sentence!! You remind me of my friend who has been battling 4 different types of cancer for the past 20 yrs, yet she still manages to be a domestic violence/sexual assault victim advocate and works at least 70hrs a week!
ReplyDeleteKnow that I am praying for you!!
Amber
Kirsten,
ReplyDeleteYour sense of humor and positive outlook are refreshing and inspiring. Wishing you so many good things as you continue with your treatments (I just saw your next post - 7 more days!), and wish I could send you a super cute hat for your shaved head! Keep strong, keep fighting, keep taking it in stride, and mostly keep laughing. :) Thank you for the inspiration! Sending you love, hugs and prayers!
A fellow dancer lovebombing from Wyoming,
Erin
Dear Kirsten,
ReplyDeleteWhat's good with you? That may be a strange way to begin a post, but I feel it's important to recognize the good in any situation. Seriously, after reading this, it's clear to see why you've overcome this twice before...you're handling it like a rockstar! Although it must blow to have the hangover effect without at least the enjoyment of an awesome night that you can't remember beforehand, your positivity and ability to find humor in the situation is probably what's helping your body give the optimal fight. You're awesome! Keep doing what you do:) I served as a Peace Corps volunteer for a couple of years and as my friends in Morocco say, "Inchaallah," (Godwilling) everything will sort itself out and you'll be happy AND healthy again in the near future! They also have this wonderful saying that I feel is appropriate: tHllay f rask (ta ha lie ef raa sick...take care of your head) :) Sending you good vibes!
With peace and love,
Rissa
Seven days without laughter make one weak.
~ Joel Goodman ~
I don't know you but you are awesome. Such inspiration. It's important to stay positive and hold on to your sense of humor during tough times and it's clear you are doing just that. Stay strong. Sending happy thoughts and prayers your way!!
ReplyDeleteWow! What an inspiration you are! Thank you for posting and I'm sending you all my best thought and love, yours, Lani
ReplyDeleteAll the best to you, you've just given me a good reason to be happy that I need to shave my legs regularly! Keep your head up & when you're feeling down, let all of these messages lift you up again.
ReplyDeleteTake care! Esther - The Netherlands
I can't believe how strong you are through everything that is being thrown your way. Definitely praying for you!
ReplyDeleteThere are some people who keep the rest of us in check. You, my dear, are one of them. Your positivity and sense of humor are inspiring. God bless you and I hope that you can continue to keep your sunny disposition during this tragic period in your life. And know that you have many people rooting for you! Hugs! - Kat
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ReplyDeleteKirsten, here's a hug for you. . .(((hugs)))
ReplyDeleteI hope you feel better soon. I just wish I could give you a cupcake, 'cause cupcakes make everyone feel better!
Sandy
your optimisim is an inspiration! everything happens in threes, even beating cancer! :) wishing you much happiness far far far into the future!- D with <3bomb
ReplyDeleteKirst,
ReplyDeleteI'm 23 and I know what its like to juggle collage and boys and friends and sleep, but I can't imagine how different your life must be from that right now. I want to tell you that you're an inspiration - you keep positive even through the roughest times and you're so incredibly brave. Some days must be ridiculously hard, and I hope that, on those days, you'll remember that we're all rooting for you and sending positive vibes your way. You're amazing and wonderful and you're stronger than the next 7 weeks! Kick this thing in the ass!
Sending lots of love, peace, and strength all the way from Africa
Tash
x
You are a super tough, super awesome chick! Fight the good fight, and I'll be sending you lots of love and good mojo to beat cancer's ass off with! <3bomb!
ReplyDeleteKeep fighting! You're an inspiration!
ReplyDeleteKick this cancer's a$$ ... you got this, we'all behind you!
ReplyDeleteCheers,
James
I just wanted to let you know that you are in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteYour attitude is incredible. For those of us who are fighting seemingly smaller daily battles, your strength is encouraging and reminds us all about that life is truly beautiful :) Keep fighting!!
ReplyDeleteWow, Kirsten - you are awesome! I admire your amazing strength and sense of humor.
ReplyDeleteSending lots of love, ((((hugs)))), and prayers from Colorado Springs,
Deb
Keep up the fight and your positive attitude- you go girl! :)
ReplyDeleteYour spirit, energy, and sense of humor are infectious. It is impossible to read your posts and not crack a smile. You are real and authentic and so incredibly strong. I hope you have the most wonderful journey back to good health and many more good days. "I don't need easy, I just need possible"
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
Thanks for letting your light shine as you're in such a dark place. You rock with unrelenting fury, and for that and so much more I'm sending you oodles of Texas-sized love. Plus, I beat cancer once, too, so I'll share my cancer ass-kicking powers with you.
ReplyDeleteLove, light, and more love,
Amy
Of all the things you have to lose and don't want to, it would be only fair to lose something you'd like to get rid of...like those razors for your legs and armpits. lol
ReplyDeleteI worked in an oncologist's office for 6 years so even though I have not been in your shoes, I have known others who have. Keep the great attitude! It sincerely helps. :)
Much love, light and prayers for you!
Kirsten, Your strength, humor and vulnerability are inspiring. Thank you for sharing your beautiful spirit with all of us. Surround yourself with people that love you and those that bring you comfort. I'll be praying for your doctors, nurses and all those assisting in your care as well as for complete and total healing. Lots and lots of love to you!
ReplyDeleteKristen you are an amazing woman and inspiration to all. Your positive optimistic outlook is contagious, although I know some days are probably not as bright as others(as you described). Know there is an army in this world praying for you and hoping that you feel a little stronger each day.
ReplyDeleteMuch Love.
You're an inspiration to all of us! Your bravery certainly puts my small stuff quickly into perspective. Keep blogging! We're rooting for you!
ReplyDeleteKirsten,
ReplyDeleteWhen a girl says (yay) to still having leg hair... well I have to give a chuckle. Your wit and wisdom are inspiring.
I have above my desk a saying that goes, "A strong woman is one who feels deeply and loves fiercely. Her tears flow just as abundantly as her laughter. A strong woman is both soft and powerful. she is both practical and spiritual. A strong woman in her essence is a gift to the world."
Stay strong young woman. Prayers and good thoughts are flowing your way from Kentucky!
Peace, love and lots of virtual hugs, Gail
You and your family are in my prayers for continued strength and complete recovery. May moonbeams, sunbeams, and twinkling stars shine specially for you, Kirsten.
ReplyDeleteYou can have ALL THE HUGS!
ReplyDeleteYou are wonderful. Stay strong. Sending much love from across the pond.
ReplyDelete*HUGE HUGS* Keep on kicking cancer to the curb - you are such a joy - it shines through your writing. Lots of love and prayers for your healing, you totally rock, you cancer-beating ninja, you! xx
ReplyDeleteYou are so brave and such an inspiration! I hope the treatments continue to go well.
ReplyDeleteWith love from Colorado
~Emma
Oh my word, you are amazing!!
ReplyDelete" your optimisim is an inspiration! everything happens in threes, even beating cancer! :) "
ReplyDeleteI couldnt have said it better myself... Lots of love and light your way!!!
Kirsten,
ReplyDeleteI thing you are really brave for describing all your experience! Keep up the good vibes!
Amber
lovebomber from mexico
What an example of staying strong and kicking this! Sending you positive support and I hope you are loving the new "tough chick" you!
ReplyDeleteLike so many others have said you are an absolute rock star and an inspiring one at that! Thank you for sharing your journey through this with us and I'm sending you happy, eye-brow keeping vibes!
ReplyDeleteWow Kirsten... what a woman!! Keep your chin up, your smile firmly planted on your face and that amazing attitude of yours fired up :)
ReplyDeleteI sincerely hope that this is your last battle with kicking cancer to the curb and that a beautiful life without radiation awaits you.
Strength, love and happy thoughts to you <3 bomb.
You are seriously the most amazing person. You have such a wonderful, smiley attitude. Good luck with it all, I'll be thinking of you. xoxo
ReplyDeleteI want to thank you. You have no idea how much you have helped me...you are going through something none of us can fathom. Your courage is amazing. Your attitude is attractive. Your story is inspirational.
ReplyDeleteYou are only human, to wake up and being sick to your stomach is not something anyone wants. But you are so humble you find it in yourself to wake up some mornings and realize that you are talented and gifted, you are alive.
More good mornings will come. The sun will be there to brighten your eyes. The world moves, just moves better when you are happy with it. Live well.
You are a beautiful and strong woman. Keep your positive attitude and grace. Sending you much love from NY.
ReplyDeleteWow, Kirsten, you are an incredibly brave woman. When I read your story on Love Bomb, I couldn't believe it. I have mad respect for you--you've gone through a lot and have NEVER given up. Amazing! I'm a Nichiren Buddhist and I will chant for you. Lots of love to you!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, you are such a rockstar! I am encouraged by your optimistic and funny post, you are so positive!!! Just wanted to send some love your way that God loves you sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much and made you uniquely smart and funny, thank you for keeping this blog, your so strong :)
ReplyDeleteDear Kirsten,
ReplyDeleteYou are so amazing and courageous! Hold onto your sense of humor. I know that your heart and soul will win (and ARE winning!) this battle. You are such a strong woman. With love from Pennsylvania!
Your strength and humor in the face of adversity is beyond inspiring! Peace, love and leg hair!
ReplyDeleteKick that scrawny cancer butt - you deserve all the leg hair in the world. Well done for your strength and honesty - it's good to cry once in a while. GO KIRSTEN!
ReplyDeleteDear Kirsten
ReplyDeleteI'm kind of amazed by you. You have kept your humour and optimisim in tact even in the face of all that you have ednured and you are still positive for the times that are too come. For a lot of people, myself included, summoning courage like yours would be difficult and to see your bravery is inspiring. I know you will get through this and that you will be ok, that is my sincerest hope,
Thank you for sharing your story, you will be in my prayers tongiht snd for mny nights too come. Lots of love from Austrila
Such a phenomenal woman..truly an inspiration..I love the way you choose to *live*..a powerful affirmation to me as I create this moment in my life..
ReplyDeleteAbundant peace, love, and *fluids* to you!
LOVE LOVE LOVE what Peter said...Bravery is hot! And that makes you SMOKIN'! Hugs, kisses and warm thoughts for you, Kirsten. You rock!
ReplyDeleteI am sending you love and light. I wish nothing but the best for you Kristen. xoxo
ReplyDeleteKeep on fighting, my friend. You are wonderful. God bless!
ReplyDeleteKirsten, just stopping by to Love Bomb you! Sending love and healthy juju from Harrisonburg, VA. You have an incredible attitude, just amazing. I think you have the bravery and courage covered. Thanks for sharing with us and inspiring us. Best of luck to you.
ReplyDeleteSending LOTS of love your way!
ReplyDeleteSending LOVE and STRENGTH your way from Louisiana! (though i'm from Canada..so i'm also sending you some good ole' Canadian vibes as well!) ;)
ReplyDeleteWhat a bravester you are! Wow! Your sense of humor with all that you are going through is endearing and inspiring. You will be just fine, chickadee. Sending love and light and pedialyte kisses!
ReplyDeleteKeep on rockin', girl. I always say, 'Peace, love and understanding' -- so peace, love and fluids made me chuckle. Lots of people on your side. xox
ReplyDeleteHugs, and strong vibes my dear!
ReplyDeleteYou *are* a tough chick! Hang in there and keep the great attitude!
ReplyDeleteSending you strength and positive thoughts from Kentucky.
ReplyDeleteIt is great to hear that you are done with cranio-spinal radiation. I wish you luck with your future treatment... you're going to kick this cancer's ass! :)
ReplyDeleteRock that leg hair! Stay strong, and amazing.
ReplyDeleteThank you for being so incredibly brave and sharing your story. You help put everything into perspective and you inspire so many. I'm sending healing thoughts your way!!!
ReplyDeleteYou are an extremely brave girl, Kirsten. I can't imagine what you are going through, and at such a young age. I will be sending you lots of love and healing energy! Stay strong, you are an inspiration to many.
ReplyDeleteWow - you are so strong, especially to talk about your situation in such a humorous way. I admire your openness in sharing your situation and your strength to keep fighting and living life to the fullest. :) I hope for the best for you and your loved ones and will have you in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteKirsten,
ReplyDeleteI can't imagine going through what you're going through. I'm sending you so much love and goodness sister, all the way from Australia. Get well soon!!! x x x
Your strength and optimism during this truly difficult time in your life is inspiring and humbling. I appreciate the way you brighten the lives of all those you know. I hope you and your leg hair stick it out for the long run.
ReplyDeleteKirsten,
ReplyDeleteI pray that you beat this for the third and final time. I pray for your complete healing. I know the struggle only from the view point of the care giver. My husband had stage 4 head and neck cancer 11--almost 12--years ago. The doctor said he had 2 years even with aggressive treatment. He endured 37 radiation treatments and 18 months of 2 different chemos--one every week and one monthly. His attitude was great, like yours. He is strong today, of course, with side effects that are permanent, but still here. You are strong and brave. I am so glad that I got to meet you through your very personal and inspirational blog. Finding the humor even in the hardest situations helps keep you moving forward. Keep the faith.
Judy
I admire your strength and courage at such a young age, you are truly an inspiration! Much love to you as you continue to win this 3rd battle with cancer.
ReplyDeleteBlessings and my strength to you....
Healing energies headed your way.
Hugs... :)
Keep the faith and stay strong. Lots of people are thinking about you!
ReplyDeleteLeg hair knows best! You have to keep shaving for a reason...so you can keep on living and rocking your great life! Trust in the leg hair! Keep up the positive attitude and strong fight and I will keep sending you positive energy and prayers. Take care!
ReplyDeleteLeg hair...LOL! Hey, your faith and your strength are an inspiration to me this morning! You keep fighting, you keep WINNING (in the non-Charlie Sheen way) and be victorious! G-d bless you richly!
ReplyDeleteWow Kristen, you are an amazingly STRONG woman!! And so freaking funny too! Thanks for the smiles... I will keep you in my prayers. Please know that there are so many people you have inspired and who are praying for you and wishing they were as courageous as you. Take care,
ReplyDeleteYou are one amazing woman! Your strength is inspiring, and your determination is simply amazing! Rock on Sister! Sending out loads of positive energy to you.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your story in this blog - I hope things keep getting better and better... and that each new day brings something positive to celebrate! Keep your humor and strength and wits, woman - you rock!
ReplyDeleteNo matter what happens and who happens to cross your path, you have the opportunity to be gently immovable and change a life. Thanks for being that person for all of us who read your blog - even just one post! - and have the privilege of knowing you - even just a little bit. Keep being awesome, and know that someone is thinking of you and praying for in Washington State.
ReplyDeleteThe leg hair mention made me laugh. :P Cancer should be afraid of you because I'm pretty sure you could kick its butt. Stay strong and please keep writing. You are an inspiration!
ReplyDeleteThanks for brightening up my Friday with the leg hair comment... you know us ladies love that kind of hair.
ReplyDeleteYou're such a strong positive person! Keep it up - it's encouragement for those of us watching family members go through a similar batter. After all laughter and humor is the best medicine right? Wishing you a speedy recovery.
Kirsten, sorry to hear you are having a tough time with cancer. thank you for sharing your experiences with others here in your blog, I am sure it will really help others who are going through something similar. And for the rest of us well you are an inspiration it reminds us what's really important in life. I hope you get better soon. Sending lots of love from New Zealand and thinking of you, Celia
ReplyDeleteThanks for educating us cancer newbies on some of those terms.
ReplyDeleteWould you consider putting together a vocab list of your faves (non faves, too) with your own spin on them?
Healing, Laughter, Love, and Prayers!
Hang in there.. one breath and hair at a time! :-)
Kirsten,
ReplyDeleteYour strength is inspirational, your attitude makes me smile. Sending love and well-wishes from Toronto.
~ Barry
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YhMMVGWlb1s
ReplyDeleteMy friend Lora Kesslehon has her testimony on youtube and just like the Lord healed her, I am going to believe this for you as well.
Much love to you.......
You are so strong. An inspiration, really. Keep it up, you'll get through this! <3
ReplyDeleteDear Kirsten,
ReplyDeleteYou are so strong and brave. Thank you for sharing your story. I feel you will go on to do great things! May this quickly pass and may you enjoy a healthy body once again. Your sense of humor will save you, and you've got a great one!
Love,
paponda
Kristen,
ReplyDeleteFrom a 27 year old breast cancer survivor who just finished up chemo a month or so ago, I know EXACTLY what you are going through with the hair and the shot. You are a trooper and you will rock it out! I kept my eyebrows and eyelashes, but all other hair was gone for a solid 5 months, which honestly, was AWESOME. I know that shot can hurt your bones sometimes, but remember, best thing is to take a nice short walk, and don't let yourself lay there, that was the one thing that really helped me the most.
Keep the positive attitude and all will be good. Let yourself cry when you want to, but always know you have a great support system even if a majority of it is on here. :-)
Kristen ; Shabbat Shalom ( Hebrew 4 Sabbath - Peace ) Drop A Love Bomb.Com Sent Me Here 2 Check And Make Sure That The Peedialyte Is Giving Nutreeunts 2 Your Leg Hairs !!! Plus Girl I Wake Up 2 Radiation Heating Up My Cup Of Joe In The NUKKER ??? Hee Hee !!! Don*t Worry About You Losing Your Head Hair , I Have A Friend Named Terry ( Bald ) , We Super Glued CHIA SEEDS 2 His Scalp , And We Put Terry OUTside , We Are Prayin Hard 2 The Good Lord , 4 It 2 Rain ??? !!! Keep Up The Positive Attitude And Your FUNNKNEES !!! O K ??? Kristen ; You Are Wonderfully Made , I Knew You In Your Mother*s Womb , I Created You !!! Loving Words From God !!! Bless You MISS K And All The People That Posted !!! Your NEW Nickname 4 You Is SPECIAL K !!! Glory Praise Thanks To God Through Christ Amen Shalom :-)(-: Create Hope 4 Others !!! XOXOXOXO bye !!!
ReplyDeleteKristen ; Come 2 God As A Child And Learn From Him !!! He Will Turn You Into His Lighthouse 2 Warn Others Of The Storms Of Life , And 2 Give You Hope During The Storm !!! He Made Me FunnKnee From Birth , Your Friend 4 Life .......Special Ed ...... Your Brother !!! Amen Shalom !!! EyE Wuv U Bye !!!
ReplyDeleteKristen : I Put Those Comments 2 Make Your Soul ( Mind , Will , Emotions ) Laugh At Your Situation , Not 2 Make Fun Of You In You In Any Way !!! Come Learn About Yourself More Than You Know ..... Big Church Dot Com / Handle Messanger Of Light / It*s Free 2 Join !!! My Prayers 4 You And Your Loved Ones !!! And A Speedy Recovery Amen Shalom !!! Bye !!!
ReplyDeleteI will NEVER look at my leg hair the same way again! Wow, you are a true inspiration. You had me laugrying (laughing and crying at the same time). You had me at leg hair.
ReplyDeleteI don't know you and have no idea what you must be going through. All I know is that I see your soul shining pure and bright through your writing and I wish you all the best as you fight this.
Thank you for shining your light out for the world to see. I can only hope to have as much charisma and bravery in such extraordinary circumstances as you.
What an inspiration.
Sending much love, good vibes and prayers your way as you fight as best you are doing.
Blessings,
Angela