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Treatment #8 and Hair Loss ain't for Sissy's

Treatment on Monday went like usual, and I have had a pretty good week.  I am sleeping pretty good, so that has been helpful. 

They warned me my hair would start falling out about the 3rd week of treatment.  They were right.  When I got up that Wednesday morning, there was a lot of hair on my pillow, and my poor recliner will probably never be the same.  I am so glad that I took control and cut my hair early.  It was hard enough seeing my super short hair everywhere I can't imagine my 15+ inches of hair everywhere.  

Lyle cuts his hair every Sunday morning, so now he trims mine too. I guess you can call that some great bonding time; we are almost twining now.  He is such a trooper taking care of me and wiping my tears away.  I haven't lost it all yet, but it sure is thin and very tender.  I am pretty much wearing head coverings most of the time. I was given a free wig at one of my treatment days.  So maybe I will find out if blondes have more fun.  






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  1. AnonymousOctober 19, 2022 at 8:59 PM

    I love how you are sharing your story, your humor and your fear. I am thankful for it and reminded to pray every time I see it. I love this picture of you and Lyle. He looks like a man fiercely proud of his wife and you look like a woman whose joy comes from the Lord.

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  2. AnonymousOctober 19, 2022 at 9:51 PM

    Wow! Love the picture!! Continued prayers!

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  3. AnonymousOctober 20, 2022 at 12:24 PM

    Mary & Lyle, John & I are praying for you both as you travel this medical journey! So sorry to hear about your cancer, but trusting the Lord to heal you! I have a close friend in Georgia who was diagnosed in August,2021 - gone through treatment for a year - and is doing okay at this time. Hang in there! Love you both!

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  4. AnonymousOctober 21, 2022 at 7:08 AM

    ❤️

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  5. AnonymousOctober 25, 2022 at 6:27 AM

    Mary, prayers for strength, encouragement, and healing for you. I am so glad that you have wonderful support with your husband and family. Love and blessings to you! -Alan Rogers

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