Here we go.

Good Morning. I have been awake for a while, making sure I have everything that I need for day #1. I've realized this is a little like the night before a big vacation, except it's kind of a scary vacation and I don't know where I'm going. I'm running on not much sleep so you see how strangely my mind is working at this point. :) I've packed movies, snacks, laptop & iPods... may even take my comfy pillow. Michael is packed and ready to go too - I'm so very lucky to be able to have him with me every step of the way. Here we go, baby!

Last night I was able to speak with Dana, a friend from my hometown (Hobbs, NM) - she went through this exact chemo regimen almost one year ago. It was a very comforting conversation... Dana, if you read this THANK YOU! She made it through... it wasn't fun but the feeling of being cancer-free at the end is definitely worth it. I'm ready to be right there with her. I've been talking to other friends as well who have shared their chemo stories and given me priceless advice. It helps more than they know - they are all beautiful survivors.