Witty article Charm! That signature line is actually the first time I've ever used the term "fighting". To me it always felt more like a struggle than a battle.
I'm definitely doing the trip, will let you know if I run into any problems.
When I had AIM chemo and all my hair fell out I wore a headscarf. Everyone is EXTRA nice to you when you wear one because they know what it means. I went on two flights, and got upgraded to the emergency exit row both times without asking. Later my husband pointed out that the agents were doing it to be nice. Hey, I'll take what I can get!