Some days, it's hard to hold them down. They are like "energizer bunnies" and they think they can do absolutely anything. Or, remember the old Timex watch commercials - takes a licking and keeps on ticking! That pretty well describes these two remarkable ladies. I cannot tell you how much I admire these two women. They are amazing!
When they each shared their news, we cried, got it out of our systems and then we all rallied and started tackling life together. Shortly after one of them found out her news, her sister, over 600 miles away was also diagnosed with this awful disease. They had their surgeries on exactly the same day, over 600 miles apart. They shared their stories of chemo and hair loss and the overall change in their whole being.
One of the special things we did together, was a "buzz party" for each of the ladies when it got to the place that the hair remaining on their heads looked like continents. Never turn three women loose with electric clippers, appetizers and a bottle of wine. It's a good thing we were going for a clean cut!
On the down days, I was their cheerleader and shoulder and positive attitude coach. There were even days when they were up and I was down and they did the same for me - and I wasn't sick.
Next month, these two wild and crazy survivors are taking a trip together and it is one that is very special, as it was the door prize at a recent survivors dinner that they attended. Maine, look out. They are coming your way! Laughter and hilarity are in abundance when these two get together. Portland, Maine is in for a real treat!
Ladies, you have no idea how much respect I have for the two of you. You are both incredible, strong, courageous, survivors. I love you both! How do you label courage - the two of you! Have fun in Portland and please, don't break the lighthouses!Kaye
