An Awesome Day for Acupuncture

Seriously, I may be the most spoiled cancer warrior ever. I have the most dedicated doctors, the strongest support system of family and friends, and I also travel around the country to get acupuncture treatment from the masters of five-element acupuncture. Honestly, am I milking this thing too much? My life is pretty stellar, folks.

Needless to say, I had a fantastic day in Boulder. I slept in, got detached from my bag o' chemo, and had enough of an appetite to take down half a vegan club sandwich and a few fries. Before I knew it, it was time to head over to Louisville, CO, where I'd get my consult with the ever-fabulous Judy Worsley.

The session went really well, especially considering that today is supposed to be the day I feel the most tuckered out from chemo.

The first part of my consult consisted of an "interview" of sorts, when I gave Judy and her practitioner pals a rundown of the last several months and how I'm feeling about everything that's gone on in my world. I told everyone about the successful chemo treatments and "pick it out/pour it in" surgery, and proudly showed off my scars. We discussed whether I felt any fear or if I ever have down moments -- both of which I honestly and truthfully replied "no" to -- and how this cancer-killing adventure has affected my relationships. A great discussion with some even better food for thought for yours truly.

I don't know about you, but I feel perfectly normal talking to about a dozen people about my will to live and all the organs I've lost while resting on a table in my underwear, only covered by a thin blanket...all while being videotaped (for teaching purposes, of course). I guess I'm lucky that way.

After our chit chatting, Mary Ellen got me a robe and took me to a treatment room where I awaited Judy's prescription for feeling good. She was right on the money. Almost immediately, I felt more refreshed and energized -- as if today wasn't a chemo day at all. As we did more points, I felt more and more relaxed. Even now, hours later, I feel revitalized -- like I'm taking deeper, more measured and enriching breaths, and my body is loving it.

Now I'm back in my cozy B&B, relaxing with Will, drinking some lovely house-blended herbal tea, chomping on a vegan chocolate chip cookie my mom baked me right before I left L.A., and feeling deeply thankful for everything and everyone in my life. I am so humbled by the incredible people that have helped me along my journey, including Mary Ellen, Judy, and the other wonderful practitioners I met today.

I might be spoiled, but at least I'm grateful.