Isn't there a new state-of-the-art stem cell place here?

My friend Dan, an internist in private practice in Alameda, has been following the progress of my case and had these comforting ideas to offer - since I am in great health, both physically and mentally, I may well qualify for stem cell treatment which is making huge strides in rates of remission for metastatic breast cancer patients.

Here's my plan - I will receive the news about the scans late Friday 11/11, and, if the scans are negative, I will have a Shave-Judith's-Head party on Sunday, 11/13, let's say at 7 pm. Today I met a new hairdresser - I treated myself to a wash and style - and she has offered to come do the final clipping and shaving for free. Nice woman.

I'll make some manner of ponytail for Heshy, then anyone who wants to can clip off some of my hair. When all those bits are off, Victoria will finish the job.

Listen, there will be NO pity party that day. Chemo is totally manageable as far as I'm concerned. If I have to lose my hair then let's have fun with it.

Check the blog (don't call, please don't call) to see if the party's on or off. Also, if you have asked to help then your contact info will be in the hands of the volunteer coordinator. Food for that event will be organized through her. You will be contacted, I promise.