The energy drain I experienced last fall and winter culminated with a diagnosis of cancer in late April. This was followed by surgery,daily radiation,weekly chemotherapy and two 3 day hospital stays for radiation implants that were removed on the third day. Plus, all the stuff in the off hours. I lost 14 pounds. I did not lose my hair. I kept up with Saturday KB classes for established students only. I slept and read a lot. Friends brought food and I ate what I could. I could not tolerate uncooked or cooked fruit or vegetables. No nuts,seeds,or fiber. I ate ice cream until it wasn't fun anymore. Eating quickly became a matter of not what is good for you but more what you could tolerate. Calories were calories. Swedish fish,grilled cheese,pro-biotics,pop tarts.
Treatments are over and that is a thrill! I practiced with my KB class last Saturday. I was sore for two days but walked it off taking any of our three dogs for a walk.
The 12kg feels heavy no matter if it is carried,cleaned,racked,pressed or held overhead.
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Katie, I love you from my heart. I cannot express this enough. I want you to be happy.
Kate,
This news blows my mind! I had no idea! When I'd run through my blog roll, I'd notice you hadn't posted, so I assumed you were just really busy (turns out you really were). I'm very sorry to hear about the cancer. I hope the treatments and recovery process heal you and you get back to a normal life of being an abnormally strong woman and kicking butt!
My heart goes out to you and your family. You'll be in my prayers! ~ Jason Marshall
I'm so sorry to hear that you and your family have been going through this. What a shock, I am so sorry. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Get strong and be well! - Howie
Taikei,
Thank you, from my heart. I feel the love and really missed the trip to Minnesota to the Friday Deck to spend good times. I am looking ahead now!
Jason,
Yes, this news was/is a shocker. My family and I are grateful for your thoughts and well wishes as I continue the journey and renew my strength.
Howie,
It seems that this disease isn't too choosy-it is best to be strong at the outset. Like money in the bank...muscle, determination and patiently practiced technique carry you through!
Next time we meet, I'll let you weep and cry alot and I will wipe the tears off for you. Or am I the one who'd be weeping??
Life gets better after you face hazzard. True or not, worth believing it!!
There she is! We miss you, sweet lady, and can't wait to see you again.
I don't pray, but you've had a piece of my heart through this ordeal. OK, you had it even before then.
My Mom went through a similar thing in her early 30s with no problems since. She's in her early 60s now, and is looking and feeling great!
The seriousness of your illness just hit me as I read your blog... I am relieved to hear the treatments are finished.
Let's plan on spending some time together soon. There is always a space on our deck (and in our guest room) for you.
Kate,
Also so sorry to hear you had such a battle on your hands. Glad you pulled through OK! Take your time getting back into things.
As I have learned, Health is the main priority. Your strength (more than physical) got you this far and it will continue to carry you as you rebuild your body and your life. Best to you!
Hi Aaron,
I visited your blog in to get the music I needed. It may have been 3 Dog Night. All winter the cassette "Caribou" was in my car's player. I don't pray either. I do believe in the power of kbs and people though.
Great news about your mom. I plan to have the same success.
Taikei!! We will laugh & laugh and it will be high school all over again but with better friends!!
My dear Fawn,
I guess cancer is always "pretty serious." When you know people who are years out of the hole, it does not occur the b.s that they had to endure for a few months. Gives an extra edge to adjectives I'd normally use to describe myself. I'm strong but a 12 kg is heavy, oh shit!!!! Pretty soon I'll be calling myself lazy, haha!
It's heavy now, but you'll be saying light in no time, ha.
Good luck on recovery!
(wandered over here from Taikei's blog which I found through Boris's [squat rx])
my thoughts and prayers are with you. You are an inspiration.
Hi Katie,
There is so much love and toughness in you that if anyone can beat this illness you can.
One of your biggest fans,
Franklin
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