[LAURIE]

Well after months of asking and an okay MUGA (55) I was able to switch to a 3 week Herceptin instead of a 1 week. I had the first 3 week dose Tuesday and am feeling no different. Usually I have shortness of breath for 2 days and legs cramps on Fridays and a little acid reflux. I hope things stay to same as with the weekly dose. It has been hard trying to balance my treatment, work, and family responsibilites.

I have not posted awhile because I have been working a lot. I was excited to get back to work before but now I am dreading everyday. I have been working 50-55 hours a week with no relief in sight. I think it is time to find a new job. After all I have been through I want to enjoy my life and not spending it working. I am the sole support for my husband and myself (he is mentally disabled) and enjoy the lifestyle I have made for ourselves but this job is taking away my life. I am the general manager of a retail clothing store. I just don't know what else I can do and make the same amount of money. Retail sucks the life out of you. I have thought about pharmaceutical sales before. Anyone have a in at Genetech or Glaxo? I'm not sure anything else would be better but I think I am ready for a change. If I have to work (which I do) I should enjoy it.