It made my hair fall out and my mouth got huge mouth sores. It also kills cancer cells. I had chemo every few weeks for 8 horrible months, and usually ended up in the hospital for at least another week. As horrible as it was, I loved my chemotherapy because I knew it would cure my cancer. It was part of having a positive attitude.
Friends are an important part of surviving cancer.
My friends and my parents friends helped us everyday. Some brought us food, others helped with daily chores. From hugs and prayers to words of encouragement, we couldn t have made it through those long months without them. It was hard to keep up in school, but I did it. There is a school in the hospital that has games, computers and great teachers like Jackie.