Dear Friends and Family: A big thanks to Michelle and Nicole for keeping up with the blog.

Bill and I were up north the last week of August, just working and hanging out in the cooler air.

Last week it occurred to me that I was to go to Tucson this week for another dose of chemo. At first my attitude was very sullen. Bill did his best to help me change my attitude but I just felt a lot of resistance. This treatment was number 6 of 12, that’s right I am half way done with the maintance program.

Everyone was busy this week, so I went to Tucson myself. As much as I enjoy having either Bill or one of the girls with me, I enjoyed the quiet drive to clear my head and change the way I was feeling.

As you can imagine, I am tired of this!! This particular treatment was a real benchmark for me, being half way done with the maintenance program. September 16th will mark a year since my diagnosis. I realize the past year has gone by quickly but sometimes the day to day is difficult.

My feet and hands are numb from the chemo, I am low on energy at times and I wonder if this will ever end.

Dr. Chambers gave me the option to stop, actually I have always known I could stop at any time. She stated that I have benefitted greatly so far from the treatment and this is the point in treatment when most women stop. But finishing through with all the treatment is the only option for me. I would never forgive myself if I stopped now, only to wonder in the future “what if”.

So as you can tell, I am feeling a bit low. But at the same time, I am picking myself up getting to the gym and just moving forward.

The girls and I have signed up for “Race for the Cure” on October 12th. This year we will be running/walking for our recently diagnosed friends, Kathy, Annette and Tracey. They are just beginning their own journey through breast cancer. Please keep them in your prayers.

Love you all and thank you for all the inspiration,

Colleen