I know.. I know..
I haven't posted on my account for months.
3 to be exact..
I'm sorry too for not being able to comment or fav your works; I sure hope you forgive me and understand my reasons!
So before you all scold me, I will tell you why I did not post or submit any work for so long...

1.) No 24/7 internet access!!!
After moving, I couldn't afford to get a phone or internet connection right away.
When I felt up to it, I had to go to the internet cafe to get online and the connection speed was so f#*kin' slow... But hooray for me,
I'm back online... (happy dance)

2.) No spirit. No inspiration. Chemo treatments are so exhausting, and just seem to take any & all creative urges away. But, now that I am feeling better I hope to have a flood of ingenious and creative works done soon!

3.) In between the whole mess of moving, treatments, etc. somewhat of a wonderful gift has emerged. We now have two new editions to our family! About 3 weeks ago, 2 adorable puppies showed up at my duplex. My neighbors said they had been running around all day and half the night on our busy street. They couldn't get either one to come to them, even with food. If they got anywhere near them, they would cower and run away. I has just happened to go out to get something from my car, and they were all over me. They followed me in and I feed the the little buggers. No collars or tags. It was cold so of course I made a little bed for them to sleep in. The next morning my daughter made signs and posted them all over the neighborhood. I called all the local animal shelters in my area and filed reports. After a week of hearing nothing, I took them to Petsmart to see if they had chips. Nope! The vet was wonderful and gave them both exams free of charge. She said they are about 6 mos old, and they were probably dumped in the neighborhood. They are brother and sister, (although you would never guess from looking at them) And the little girl is very protective of her brother. He's afraid of everything. Probably abused. They are inseparable! The vet and the shelters said they could find them homes, but not together. What to do! I already have 3 cats, and a fish, and a teenager!
When we arrived home that day, 2 of my neighbors were outside.
With bags of puppy food, collars and leashes, bowls, treats, toys, etc. They said we were meant to find each other. So yes, I now have 2 adorable bundles of happiness! I will upload some pics later!
I also had some pictures done of me in early February, just a few days before I started this round of chemo. Enjoy them cause this is going to be the last time for a while you'll see me as the sexy she-devil that I am... lol

Well, as always, I'd like to thank everyone for your amazing support! Thank you for your favs and comments and gallery visits and features and all the love! I wish you all happiness, love and inspiration!

Ciao ~ Ronda

Cancer Update


Yes my friends, like in cancer with a capital C.
The only thing that scares people more than
George Bush' propaganda.

Man, chemo is a bitch.
Yes, I went back on chemo. 45 days worth!
I didn't feel that dandy for the first 8 days
after starting the chemo. After the 8th day, I started puking like a Bald Eagle trying to feed a breed of quadruplets.

To give you any idea how bad that stuff is that
they put in me to fight the cancer...
The nurse puts on gloves and a face mask before they even touch the packing of the medicine.
I am not kidding.
Either they want to protect themselves from the harmful effects of the drug or they don't want to leave any finger prints or DNA in case they get the dose wrong.

I finished my round of chemo this month.
It seems that at least for the moment...
Cancer has given up on me.
I still have to go through monthly check-ups for a while, blood tests, Ultra sounds and CT scans. I have developed an annoying cough, I will have to talk to the Doc about that.

I am finally feeling better.
Actually almost normal.
Still have to nap halfway thru the day most days. The only real problem left is that I have
"Peripheral Neuropathy" which is of course,
as you all know, nerve damage to the
peripheral nervous system. It manifests itself in tingling and numbness in my hands and feet.
Apparently it is only temporary.

Thats all for now.
Thank you all for your love and support!

Ronda

Ronda's Cancer Fund




*If you would like to make a donation to help with my medical expenses, or medications,
it would truly be a blessing. I am finally receiving Social Security Medicare Insurance benefits, but it only covers a portion of the costs.
My daughter and friends have set up an account for me through Paypal.
All donations are tax deductible.
Even the smallest amount will help.
Thank you!