@denisestlouie I didn’t have a choice and missed out! I went to see my oncologist as usual before my infusion in the same medical centre. After I checked in and was waiting in the medical centre waiting room, a nurse came out and said my oncologist had phoned through and cancelled my session. I needed a full month to strengthen up and put on weight before my HIPEC. I would like to have rung the bell to celebrate the end of that stage in my journey, whatever lies ahead.

I did a happy dance with the nurse instead while the other patients in the waiting room smiled and laughed 😊❤️‍🩹 That’s part of what I love about being part of this cancer community - finding those who understand the different choices we make along our own journey. So grateful too to those who have the generosity of spirit to celebrate our wins - wherever they may be in their journeys.

Thank you for sharing. I hadn’t heard that perspective before and I’ve learnt something new.

I had ten rounds of the chemo. I so looked forward to ringing that bell. I even searched on line if I could ring it when finished even knowing mine is not going away. You betcha I rang that bell. Even did a little jiggle. It brought me great joy even knowing my journey is still going on. I need to take joy in the little things even if just getting good test results each month. Has been almost 2 years and it has gotten easier to accept for me. I wish you the best on your journey. Best to all.