The blaring sound of the alarm startled me awake, leaving me feeling dazed and confused. Without even thinking, I reached over and hit the snooze button, only to realize it was 6:30 AM. Letting out a sigh, I grumbled, “It’s too early,” as I forced myself out of bed. My stomach churned with the usual nausea, making the thought of breakfast unbearable. The idea of scrambled eggs now just made me feel sick, so I settled for a few crackers, hoping they would settle my upset stomach.
Operation Get Ready started with a visit to the bathroom. The reflection in the mirror showed me a stark reminder of my illness. Sunken cheeks, ghostly complexion, deep shadows under my eyes... I looked like a different person. My previously long ash blonde hair was now gone, leaving me with a bald head that felt
