Women already have so many issues with the "Cookie."  But, when chemo is added, your issues may multiply.  The type of chemo that I'm currently receiving drastically dries me from inside out!  I have to use moisturizers on a daily basis on the inside and outside.  Otherwise, my skin on the outside will begin to peel; and the inside will be like a dessert.

I want to share with you some of the suggestions that was shared with me by my doctor and some that I researched on my own.

You can use just about any type moisturizer on the outside; but if you are a cancer survivor or still fighting, you need to be careful about certain hormones.  I have used some of the following products:

Vitamin E suppositories
Coconut oil
Replenz
Olive oil

Have you ever experienced a burning, irritating feeling around the outside area of the vagina knowing there were known reason for it?  When I experienced that, I thought something was truly wrong so I kept making appointments with gynecologist until he asked me to stop coming to see him for no reason, LOL!  After speaking with my oncologist about this issue, she explained that this happens a lot with women who may be going through menopause and is even worse for women who are going through chemo.  You can remedy this by applying Vaseline or even olive oil in order to keep that area moist.

Until next time...Do what you have to do to keep the "Cookie" from crumbling!

Another episode...!

Hello friends and Fam!  Long time no see!  As most of you know, things have appeared to be a little rough lately.  I say appear because things aren't always as bad as they "appear" at times. 

In March, my Oncologist stopped my chemo treatments because it was killing the function of my heart; taking it down to 42%.  The Oncologist sent me to a Cardiologist to see if he could prescribe a heart med to increase my heart function.  The Cardiologist could not prescribe a heart med stating that my blood pressure was too low and it would be fatal for him to do so.

So, there I was between a rock and a hard place (as the doctor himself stated)!  I left the doctor's office, went to my car and sat there for maybe two seconds thinking I would feel despair; instead, my spirit repeated to me what God revealed to me in January 20, 2009, " If you trust me, act like it and I got your back."

After that, I said, "I'm hungry," so I picked up something to eat and went home to prepare for the work the next day. 

Now here we are a few weeks later on April 14th; my mother and nephew flew  in from Virginia around 11:30 a.m.  Later that night around 8:00 p.m. I began to feel bad chest pains which started to radiate down my right arm.  My mother called 911 and I ended up in the emergency and was admitted to the hospital for four days.  On that 4th day I was informed that the cancer had once again returned to my lungs!!!  As of this writing, I'm not sure what my future holds, but I know who holds my future!  I am going for further scans on Tuesday the 23rd and will see my Oncologist on Monday, April 30th...I will keep you posted!

The Love of My Life!

Memorial Service for Billye "Lady Love" will be this Friday October 19th at the Washington Shores Church of Christ at 6:00p.

If you would like to send cards send them to 4484 Concord Landing Drive #315, Orlando Florida 32839.

"How Far is Heaven?"

"How Far is Heaven" is one of my favorite songs.  But really, how far is Heaven?  Is it here on earth?  I do know that we (the world) does not fear death like we did years ago.  I did some research about four years ago to find out what were the three top fears in the world.  At that time it was; public speaking, being auduted by the IRS and death.

As of 2012, death barely makes the top ten!  Is it because we are becoming more spiritual?  Is it because at times it feels like hell here on earth or have our priorites just changed.  I don't think most of us fear death as much as they fear the way they may die.

I'm not obsessed with this subject; I'm just trying to deal with missing my freind!  (LORD PLEASE HELP ME)!

God Never Changes!

I've always said that I am not afraid to die. However, upon going to the doctor a few weeks ago and learning that I have to take treatments for the rest of life or cancer will overtake my body; I cried for two days!




I got in my car and said to my friend (who passed in May), "Drew, Save Me A Seat (in heaven)." However, on that third day which was a Wednesday, I woke up and laughed at myself! I said, "Self, stop being so silly! God is the same as he was yesterday. So, suck it in and keep it moving."



We all have a designated day to go to another level! What legacy will you leave on this level?

Why do we have to lose so much?

It hurts so BAD when you lose someone who you truly loves!  I lost one of my BEST friends a couple of months, May 6, 2012.  I felt like I couldn't breath for weeks!  It's still hard for me to look at picture without crying.

She and I so often spoke about "The other Side."  We always told each other, "If you go before I do, please do not grieve me to death."  It's been so very hard to do when everything, every song, every event in my life eith makes me want to reach for the phone or they remind me of her.

I had full body scan today.  I know everything is fine.  Because, though I feel fatigue, I feel good! 

I am so happy!!!!  I did a song about one of my best friends who passed away last month.  Sometimes I feel like I can't breathe without her.  My cancer came back in February in my lung.  She found out around the same time that she had a lung disease.  She later caught a rare form of pnemonia in late April and it took her out so fast!  I really miss her so much!...The name of the song is called "Save Me A Seat In Heaven!"

We will release it next week.  So, look out for it on Itunes!

Hello World! Guess what? Cancer returned i February of this year. This time, in my Lung! 3 weeks after surgery a car ran into the back of my car, totalling the car and I ended up with a cracked rib on the same side I had surgery. It's so much better but there is still some pain. My Oncologist said it shouldn't be from surgery. I'm going for a full body scan on the 7/2/2012 and will have results on 7/9. One of my best passed away last month. We just had her funeral on May 15th. I co-wrote and co-produced a song about her. I will posy it on here next week for mu TWO followers to hear!

Please stop trying to KILL ME!

I went to have a biopsy of my lung on Monday, October 24th. This was due to the results of a CT scan that I had a couple of months ago. During the procedure the doctor punctured my lung and I had to stay in the hospital an extra day to make sure that hole would close up on its on.

Well it did, thank God. I had to stay home from work with the one good boob hurting because they had to go in through my boobie. Why are they trying to kill me?

Get this! They have to do it all over again because the doctor said he did not get enough tissue to determine if it's cancer or not. I know it's not! I think they got enough tissue but did not see any cancer and they just want to play it safe on their end.

I am so horrified to do this again. When he punctured me, it woke me up though I was very groggy. It felt like a knife had gone through my boobie into my lung.

Hard Times

Good Morning!!

I know everyone is going through something. Hard times don't last forever. Continue to believe, continue to trust. Act like you're going somewhere! Start being what you want to become. And, more importantly, if you trust God, start acting like it!

I can truly say this because I've lived this for sometime. I got a phone call a few days ago from my doctor informing me that they found a spot on my lung. I'm going for a biopsy on October 17th. I do welcome your prayers. I do truly trust God for his grace, his mercy and his favor! Remember, I am "FREE."

Good Morning! I spoke with Roy Evans last night,(CEO/President of of an Internet Network). I was hoping to have launched my Music Business Game Show by now but due to LIFE, it has not happened but will by February.

If you're interested in being a contestant or just being in the audience, please email me at fredamays@aol.com and put in the subject line (The EGO Game).

Hello People!!!!
You are all aware that retail sales in the Music Business have drastically declined over the years mostly due to online file sharing, illegal downloads and an increase in bootlegging.

So, if you are an artist or independent record label trying to market and promote, if you can't beat'em, you may as well join them.

Study the "Internet!" do a marketing plan geared towards the internet. Research "The Internet" for other online, marketing ideas. Also, find someone who is very knowledgeable about online marketing.

It's still a good day!

Can yall believe the outcome of the election on yesterday! It's still a good day. We have to keep praying for our President and our country.

From this point on, my blog will contain primairly info, news and updates about the Music Business.

This Friday and Saturday Thrill Da Playa of the 69 Boyz is holding a Forum on the Music Business at the Greater Blessing Church on North OBT. This is really going to be interested. He has Label Execs, Artists and Radio Execs talking about their vision and God's vision for them. I am excited about this even because it's different. Hope to see you there!

It's all good!

Today is a good day! In spite of trials and tribulations I am so blessed. It still coulda of been worse. My brother is doing much better! I go for my one year follow up November 22nd. I know it's all good because I feel good and more so God is so Good!

Phot Shoot / Mohawk!

Okay, I have a photo shoot coming up in a few weeks. I told my friends if we sell 300 tickets for our October 10th event, I will wear a Mohawk Hair Style foe the next 6 months! Let me know you think?

It's all Right!

Okay, it's been a second since I've Blogged on here. I got so excited with my Facebook and forgot until people started bugging me about it, (Okay not really bugging).

I am great! We are putting on an event on October 10th here in Orlando. It's a Breast Cancer Awareness Fund Raising event. If you are interested please call me or email me at fredamays@aol.com.

The event is at Holiday Inn on Kirkman Road starting at 4:40/Dinner and a Fashion SHow.

303 DAY LEFT TO REACH OUR GOALS

Good Morning!!!!

Yes, long time no hear. I feel good! I have a bad day here and there but don't we all. Did I tell you that my insurance premiun went up to 951.41 per month. Okay, I think I did. I still can't believe it. Anyway people, we have 303 days left to reach our goals..."When was the last time you did something for the first time in your life?"

356 Days to get it right!

The first week of this New Year was a little rough. I was very fatigued for a few days. In the past, I could skip breakfast, miss a couple of days from taking my vitamins and feel okay. Now if I miss a day of either one, I feel it right away. Don't worry, I'm back on the right track.

We all know of someone directly or indirectly that didn't make it into 2010. But we did! So, for whatever reason we are left behind, let's make the best of it.

I will finally have some good business news for you this week...so stay tuned, okay?

Can you say "Health Care Reform?"

I forgot tell you that my health insurance has gone up to almost a thousand dollars a month! Not paying it is not an option for me. This is what the insurance companies do to us. No other insurance company will insure me due to a pre-existing condition. This news, which I got last week, only motivates me to work more diligently on building my business. I really feel worst for single parents who are dealing with this, wow!