Taking Control…

This morning while washing my hair I noticed my scalp felt more sensitive than normal. As I massaged in the shampoo I kept checking and expecting to find clumps of hair in my hands. I didn’t see much beyond a few stands, so I thought I was safe for another day. However, after my shower as I was applying hair paste I noticed that my hands were harrier than a werewolf’s. I think the hairs were barely hanging on and the hair paste just made them stick to my hands. Initially I was horrified, but at the same time I figured this day was coming. I was prepared with a plan. I told Jon I was ready so this afternoon he gave me a buzz cut…shorter than I’ve worn my hair in many many years. It probably hasn’t been this short since my Army days. The short hair feels weird, but it also feels good to take some control of the situation.

Today I also reached another milestone. I believe recognizing these milestones is important to my mental state as I travel through this journey. Today I finished radiation treatment #13, which means I have crossed the halfway point for radiation. Woo hoo….only 12 more to go!