St. Baldrick's Foundation @ the Church Hill Irish Festival

A very cheerful update today.  I got to go to the Church Hill Irish Festival with friends today.  My best friend, Mary, & I decided to join in the shaving fun.  We managed to raise almost $300 in about an hour, not bad for a last minute entry.  Then we let them shave our heads.  I have to say, it felt wonderful.  I think I'd like to start earlier next year and see if we can't raise some real money for St. Baldrick's Foundation. 

I even got to talk about my cancer & treatment a little. 

My best friend & I before, during, and after our shearing.  Photo courtesy of my friend Molly Blanton.

We had a wonderful time and I really want to do it again next year.  I think we look amazing!  We were cheered on by the crowd and even got a few hugs from complete strangers. 

This was the best Saturday I've had in 3 months!  The nausea was still present but managable.  I was sore, but didn't let that slow me down - too much.  It was so nice to get out of the house and have some fun on a beautiful day. 

Bonus: I won't have to worry about greasy hair, or buying shampoo, & it dries instantly.  Maybe I'll keep this style for a little longer than I had initially planned.

 

After a long and wonderful day, I'm off to bed.  May you dream of rainbows & unicorns!

 

Nameste!