I finished up my 5 weeks of chemoradiation yesterday and rang the bell, while the radiation therapists gave me a round of applause. I was surprised to learn that this is a relatively new tradition, dating back to 1996. It is a gratifying feeling, actually, to commemorate the milestone. Cancer treatment is an extraordinary amount of work (mentally, physically, emotionally) — so, a graduation-esque ceremony is fitting.

I feel like I deserve extra credit for doing this all while working full-time…

Also marked the occasion on our kitchen whiteboard!

Coming up next: chemo port placement on July 8, and then chemo will begin late July.