Campylobacter, the most common food borne bacteria that causes food poisoning. That is what my son, Ian had that caused all the bloody stool. Safe to say that since I haven't gotten sick that way, it wasn't in my kitchen. The only place outside of home is the school cafeteria, so by process of elimination we think it was hiding in the salad on the salad bar. Ian is now on antibiotics, a Zip pack, and he will be fine. Scary as it was, it is curable. What makes me angry is that even after contacting the school and requesting someone call me, I have heard nothing, nada, zip. There are kids at risk there, and I have to wonder if they are going to contact those families where the kids got sick with the "stomach flu" about the bacteria. Not my problem, I've done my part, and Ian will NEVER eat the school lunch again. I'll have him take his chances with the outside world. He lost 10lbs on a frame that didn't have even 5lbs to lose. So this week is "Eat whatever you want" week.
It has been stressful for me, because I was uncomfortable in the ER because of my immune system, fearful of getting whatever Ian had, and terrified that Ian would have to be hospitalized. Shades of my Dad when he got Colon Cancer. It shook me to my core. I was having a hard time understanding why the Universe seemed to be dumping on my family. It made me sick, my IBS kicked in and I've been troubled with my own issues of the bowel. No fever, so I know it's not the campylobacter.
On to the better side of my life. My daughter attended the Golden Globes this past Sunday and she was stunning on the Red Carpet. She has suddenly grown up and is a beautiful young lady. Modern Family may not have won Best Comedy on TV but it doesn't matter, it won in our house. She had a great time, and the photos at the table showed it. I've worried about the rain out in LA because people out there are just not used to driving in the rain, but so far so good. She's been so busy I haven't spoken with her and rely on twitter to know she still exists. This Saturday is the SAG awards, so Modern Family has another chance to win, and I'm crossing my fingers that fellow actors recognize this wonderful show for the genius it is. I can't wait to see what she'll be wearing next.
I am 5 days away from my 6th, my last chemo treatment, and in the final days of this leg of the journey with my breast cancer. I can't tell you how excited I am about getting the last dose of poison. I look forward to it, I want to run to it, embrace it, and move on. I get to ring the bell on Tuesday, to inspire others to not give up hope. I've invited friends to come up and chant with me on Tuesday to rejoice in the last chemo. It's a party. My Winter is ending, soon the crocus will push forth and Spring is just around the corner. My Spring, my hibernation, my transformation from caterpillar to Butterfly. I get a break before radiation, don't know how long, but a break.
Radiation, for me, will be the downhill slope of this journey, and the finish line will be in site. I plan on doing the Avon Walk, so you get ready to join my group. I look to the future with great hope and joy. I will be stronger and better for this journey, I feel it already.
To those who are just beginning this journey, please don't give up, fight and fight hard. It is worth everything it costs you. Find yourself as you walk this path, and know that you are stronger than you ever thought you could be. Be brave for yourself, don't be afraid to be angry, you earned it. Don't dwell in anger though, find the lighter side of this. Look for the benefits.
I'm so excited I could cry tears of joy. My last chemo is just around the corner, and poison is being turned into medicine on more than just one level. My inner revolution is stirring, and it feels great!
Nite!
Light and Love!
Melissa
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