chemotherapy

19 May, 2026

In ICU shortly before Christmas, sleep was impossible at 3 AM. My heart was skipping and racing while machines beeped and honked around me. So I did the only reasonable thing: I conducted them. To Jingle Bells. Quietly, nervously, and slightly absurdly, I turned chaos into something almost musical.

12 May, 2026

Chemotherapy brought waves of nausea, exhaustion, insomnia and unexpected loss, including en masse loss of my luscious head of hair. We applied humour and resilience to carry us through each difficult day, reminding ourselves that even the hardest moments eventually pass.

5 May, 2026

During chemotherapy, a simple puzzle became a turning point when a lost puzzle piece was found. Through my daughter’s quiet strength, I found the courage to face my illness, rebuild my life and choose to live, one piece at a time.

28 Apr, 2026

After a mastectomy, recovery brought both physical challenges and emotional upheaval. A diagnosis of invasive lobular carcinoma led to further treatment decisions, including chemotherapy. Returning to work became a lifeline, restoring routine, resilience, and a sense of control in an uncertain and deeply personal journey.