Monthly Archives: November 2011

Long-Distance Race – 24 Nov 2011

Posted on November 24, 2011 by

My journey with leukemia and stem cell/bone marrow transplant (and every complications that have come along with it) is very similar to a long-distance endurance race, with many challenges, unexpected ups and downs, set-backs, and difficulties that need to be overcome along the way. Every … Continue reading →

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Team in Training – 20 Nov 2011

Posted on November 20, 2011 by

Today was the first Group Training Session for the Vancouver Team in Training (the Half & Full Marathon Teams, as well as the Triathlon Team). What an amazing bunch of people! Such energy, excitement, exuberance, dedication, determination – made even more … Continue reading →

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Alternate Reality – 18 Nov 2011

Posted on November 18, 2011 by

My world is different from most and sets me apart in such a way that only a very select few understand what I’ve been through, the significance of it, who I’ve become and what I am still going through. See, that’s … Continue reading →

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Cognitive Issues – 15 Nov 2011

Posted on November 15, 2011 by

I found out I was normal! Ok, stop laughing….let me explain. It’s not an oxymoron, albeit it is a ”New Redefined Normal” but a ‘normal’ nonetheless, relatively speaking, at least in my post-transplant world! I have been experiencing some cognitive issues and … Continue reading →

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Struggling with Side Effects – 11-11-11

Posted on November 11, 2011 by

It was a dark and stormy night….. (as my hero Snoopy would write). This is a long one and a reflection on the reality of living with chronic issues. Most people think that once you get a stem cell/bone marrow transplant … Continue reading →

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Update: Liver – Dry Mouth – Dry Eyes – 8 Nov 2011

Posted on November 8, 2011 by

It’s been a while since I’ve blogged but here’s an update as to what has been happening in the past few weeks. Liver The latest blood work from this past Monday are showing that my liver enzymes are stabilizing. They … Continue reading →

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