Embeth & goldengirl, thank you for all you have shared! As I begin this post-treatment phase of this "journey", it is most helpful to hear about what others are doing. I also happened upon this site by chance, and was happy to find a sisterhood in others who specifically have my type of cancer. I have come across many blogs, but none specific to my experience, until now. I was not treated at Mayo either, so am grateful to them for providing this resource to us! What you both have shared tells me I have a lot of work to do, but I am headed in the right direction. I am not retired yet, but getting closer - I actually just celebrated my 60th birthday. Considering that last year at this time, I didn't even know if I would be here for it, I am very grateful! All that you both are doing in your retirement is truly inspiring! I have read about the positive effects of turmeric, flaxseed, & the mushroom supplements. Silly question but...do the mushroom supplements have any kind of after-taste? I ask because, while there aren't many foods I don't like, mushrooms is one of them. I struggle with breakfast as well. I have added some strength training to my yoga & walking regimen. I also have some issues with not sleeping well, so good to know about the guided sleep meditation app, I am excited thinking about trying it. I am also excited to hear about the women's cancer event in DC in Nov. I have family on the east coast as well, so am considering attending this. I am not much of a drinker, but do drink wine occasionally. My neuropathy is mainly numbness & some tingling now & then, I am fortunate that I have had no pain. Some days I think it is improving, then others it seems the same, so I'm not sure if it is getting better or I am just getting used to it? My drs have said it could be a good year post-treatment before it goes completely away, if it does. For me that will be end of Nov. Goldengirl, I think our treatment time was actually the same - mine was summer into fall, from Aug thru Nov., but for me this was school time as we start early Aug. Also, Goldengirl - you mention your concern about receiving "standard" treatment. Would you mind sharing what you mean? I feel I received excellent care, but who knows? As has been mentioned by many, the time of diagnosis is an overwhelming one, and we often don't have the strength or time at that point to research or educate ourselves. I feel I am learning more now, after everything has been done!