Hazard of Being Strong

Did you know that there is a draw back to being a strong person.  yep!

People forget how sick I really am.  I try hard to hide it.  But I hurt every day and I hurt more in the afternoon than the morning.  My boss is very intuitive and can take one look at me to know I feel terrible.  He tries to send me home but my passion for my job and my team keeps me at work. 

I also am very conscious of the fact that it seems to be "all about me".  It is hard to ignore the bald woman in the room.  I am so open and honest about everything that I am o.k. with talking about it.  I just hope that I don't wear people out on my cancer. 

My job puts me out in public making presentations.  Since the cancer treatment has started I have been unable to stand for an hour and speak with passion.  As I gain my strength and think about going back to public speaking, I wonder what message my bald head sends.  I certainly hope that it sends a message of strength & stability and not one of weakness & pity.

I hope you enjoy my insight into life with cancer.