A cancer survivor laments not getting more done until she realizes she just moves slower, and that's ok. As long as you don't stop.
PUBLISHED February 08, 2020
Jane has earned three advanced degrees and had several fulfilling careers as a librarian, rehabilitation counselor and college teacher. Presently she does freelance writing. Her articles include the subjects of hearing loss and deafness, service dogs and struggling with cancer. She has been a cancer survivor since 2010.
She has myelodysplastic syndrome, which is rare, and would love to communicate with others who have MDS.
I am an overachiever, which is part of my personality. However, I do try not to compete with other people. I do not compare wealth, material things or careers. However, since my cancer diagnosis, I do watch people who have unbelievable energy with a tinge of envy.She has myelodysplastic syndrome, which is rare, and would love to communicate with others who have MDS.
I resent having to collapse and take naps in the middle of the day. I get mad at myself for sleeping in, when I feel like I should be up and around but am too weak. I wish fervently that I could travel and fly all over like my friends and family, or at least, do much-needed chores around the house without stopping to rest.
As all cancer survivors know, it is not only the lack of energy but the countless doctor appointments, blood draws, treatments and follow-ups plus all the normal appointments like dental and vision and physicals we all undergo that suck up our precious time.
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