Into the Fire

Yep. Charlotte Parrack has cancer! My life will be irrevocably changed because I've been baptized into the fire of cancer. Life itself is always uncertain and we should never take a moment for granted. I'm taking charge NOW....cancer won't destroy me!

A positive attitude is everything in your fight against cancer. I believe in the power of prayer and God has given me a peace. He will be with me every step of the way...I already feel His presence. I know that He gives me what I need. I feel confident and ready to do battle with this disease!

Three years ago, I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia. The first two years were tough as I learned my triggers and how to manage it effectively. Even though I occasionally have flare-ups, they are rare and not as often. Weather is my biggest trigger. I take large doses of Vitamin D, Magnesium, B12, and Probiotics. Turns out, Vitamin D is very important in the fight against cancer! Now, I will give myself 20 minutes in the sun each day to get it naturally along with the vitamins.

Last year, my thyroid (I only have 1 side) totally quit working so now I'm on synthroid. Weight gain came along with that fun diagnosis. So, today I started Yoga! I absolutely loved it! So calming and peaceful. Good for my body in another fight against the fibro and cancer. Did I mention the warranty on my body parts is wearing out?

I totally changed my diet. Nutrition is important to build my immunity and to fight the cancer cells. They LOVE and feed on sugar, so that's out. Ironically, I gave sugar up 6 months ago, so it's not like I'm going cold turkey on that one (although I still crave it!) I don't smoke, so that's a check in my box. I am eating lots of cottage cheese, vegetables, fruit and occasional lean chicken. No fried foods, sweets, and no carbohydrates because they turn to sugar! Until I get these nasty cancer cells outa my body, I ain't gonna feed 'em!!!!

I'm listening to my body and taking charge of my care. I have decisions to make, but they'll be MY decisions....not what others think I should do. Self Care is not the same as being selfish! It's just vital that I take care of myself in a way that works for me best. It's requiring new priorities in my life.