Today is a good news day…the CT scan was clear, which means no cancer anywhere else in my body…the infection is almost gone…I had my first chemo today!! It was a very long day, but I feel good…no vomiting or other side effects, just tired. I am so pleased with the way things went and that I have a definite game plan now. Of course I realize things can change on a daily basis, but I will take each good news day as I get them! I meet with the surgeon next week to schedule the surgery for my port. It will be better than the weekly IV for the herceptin and the 21 day chemo routine. I’ve also decided to shave off my hair next week. The doctor said it would fall out in 14 days, but I need to feel empowered by taking control of this part of my situation. Then I will plan my daily outfits coordinated with the few scarves and hats that I have and will wear the wig the hospital gave me when I don’t want to rock the other looks. Today I wore green from head to toe and the nurses said they couldn’t wait to see my next outfit! Just that little control makes me want to embrace this new me, this new world I’ve been thrown into and come out the winner that I am. I realized recently through conversations with my nieces, all born during my high school years, that they look to how I handle things to handle the situations that arise in their own lives. They all have a little part of me whether it’s their sassiness, tender heart or flair for the dramatic, I can see a part of me in them and I’ve realized…I’m not so bad!! So cheers to this good news day…this newfound strength and love for myself…may I cling to it when I don’t feel so strong!