I went to the hospital on 25th Aug, ready for the battle, ready for the first cycle. I had my first chemotherapy session. I thought I was ready to lose my hair. I even had it shaved before I started the treatment. I thought I was ready to see my hair fall. I thought I was ready to see myself bald. I thought I was ready.

Seventeen days after my first Chemotherapy session, my hair started to fall off. The moment I saw my hair falling, depression hit me. I was depressed, but I know that depression will just make my condition worse. I thought of my friends, my family and my lovely daughter. I was broken, but piece by piece I started to complete the puzzle. I had a clear picture of why I am fighting this disease and why I have to win. I am overwhelmed by your messages, love and support. You keep me going.

I was supposed to have my second cycle on 15-Sept, but due to the side effects of the chemo drug, my liver enzymes shot up, so we had to reschedule the second cycle. The doctor recommended a medicine that would help lower it down. Hopefully, it will work wonder and it will be back to normal. Don’t worry the ultrasound showed that my liver is in good condition. Please pray that those stubborn enzymes would be ok, and I will be ready for the second cycle.

I come from a not well-off family, and fighting the Big C would cost so much money. A friend of mine, Karen, started a getfundme page to support my treatment. We never expect a huge response from friends here and abroad. Some of them don’t even know me personally, but were so kind to extend help. I thank God for sending all of you, for making you all as instruments. Through you, He reminds me that God will always make a way and He will always provide.

I thank you all from the bottom of my heart. Diyos Mabalos po!