News

OK, well I have a swallowing test on Tuesday. I am so nervous I could cry. I'm trying to convince myself it is not a big deal. They're definitely not going to take my tube off but I'm hoping that I'll be allowed to start eating at least a little bit of food. In other words, I don't want to be so restricted. To someone else who is eating, this situation could be easy to them either you pass or fail. To me it has a lot to do with freedom and independence. Everybody wants to be free to choose their food, they don't want to have to depend on someone to tell you what you can or can't eat. That's why diets are hard and frustrating to follow but in most cases, like mine or having a weight problem, it's 100% necessary. It's very very hard to not be allowed to eat things and yet be around them all day, but even though I really don't like it one bit, I'm sucking it up and doing whatever it is that I need to do to stay healthy and improve. I've already crossed so many mountains, I'm pretty confident about crossing this next one. I've pocketed my hope and am taking it with me. :)

Love, Daniela

Finishing Strong

Well, as a lot of you know, it has been raining in Atlanta for the past week and a half. There has been major flooding. Even school was canceled. My mom has never seen this in Atlanta! Our basement was flooding badly, but I consider that lucky comparing to some of my friends. But Atlanta gets a bit of a break from the rain for now. It's great to see the sun!

My Uncle Nate sent me this great power point titled "Finishing Strong". It made me realize that almost nothing is impossible. There are so many people who, after accidents, were told they couldn't sing, walk...etc., and they were so determined to do the "impossible" and it happened. Like I am determined to start singing and playing tennis again. It'll happen!! Ever since I was little, I was taught to never give up. In fact, my dad wanted me to join the debate team in high school because I was so good at proving my point!:) Soo, never give up!

Love, Daniela

News

I'm sorry I haven't written very often these past couple weeks! I've been very busy with homework and school. But, I will most likely be taking a swallowing test sometime around this month! It probably won't mean that I get to take my tube off. But it will give me an idea of what I can and can't eat.

Ok in my opinion, the less I know about my cancer, the better. All I really want to know is that I have it, where it is, and what it's called. Because the more I know, the more I get intimidated. Which is why, from now on, I don't want to hear it. When you have cancer, you don't have time to be intimidated let alone enough energy! I'm going to make one thing very clear to my body, I want my tumor out and I want it out now. I don't know why I'm saying "my" tumor. Because it's not mine nor do I ever want it to be mine. I have to show myself that I am in control of me. Not the tumor. God has given me strength that's unfathomable. Now I have a job to dig deep and pull through. I hope you all have a great weekend!

Love, Daniela

MRI

On Wednesday, I had an MRI and it shows shrinking! It just goes to show you, my methods work. Positive attitude goes a long way, but laughter goes an even longer way. Laughter is the best cure! I've set 3 other goals in my life; Live to the fullest, laugh your heart out, and love everyone even your enemies. Just be happy with whatever you have! I believe, with perseverance and good attitude, there is nothing you can't do. So I suggest you remember these words: Live, Laugh, Love!
Also, be sure you believe. Make sure you never leave home without hope and faith.

Love, Daniela