Next month marks 11 years since my breast cancer diagnosis. While I am grateful to be cancer-free for this long, the journey has been anything but easy. As a breast cancer survivor, the thought of cancer is always in the back of my mind. Due to my Lynch Syndrome status, I am at risk for … Continue reading SGAP Surgery: A Survivor’s Journey Back to Wellness
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Ten Years Cancer-Free – A Reflection
Thinking back on my “re-birthday,” the day I woke up from surgery cancer-free, involves a lot of emotions. Gratitude is at the top of the list. I had Stage II, ER/PR+, HER2- invasive ductal carcinoma. As each year passes, the worry of recurrence lessens. But the “what ifs” never really go away. It’s always in … Continue reading Ten Years Cancer-Free – A Reflection
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is well known for being Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In years past I have always posted the pink ribbons in support for those fighting it. This year, it had a whole different meaning to me. I was the person people were wearing pink for! Personally I think more emphasis should be put on getting … Continue reading Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Home Sweet Home – The first stop on my journey to recovery.
July 31, 2013 - It was nice to be home and be all done with the hospital. Although I was sore, I just couldn't sit still. I moved slowly, but I had to get up and move around. My brother told me I was a "Bad patient" because I tried to do too many things … Continue reading Home Sweet Home – The first stop on my journey to recovery.
And then it was done.
My surgery went well. Between my surgeon and plastic surgeon it only took 4 hours instead of the estimated 5 hours I was originally told. The first thing I remember when I opened my eyes in the recovery room was seeing my daughter Megan, cousin Melanie, Kelli and Kelsi standing at the foot of my … Continue reading And then it was done.
The big day finally arrived
July 30, 2013 – After 3 long weeks, the day of surgery finally was here! Surprisingly I found myself calm and at peace. All those prayers must really be working. I can't think of any other way for that to be possible. I had to be to JFK Hospital at 5:30am. I surprisingly woke up … Continue reading The big day finally arrived
It was bound to happen sooner or later.
June 25-26, 2013 – Almost 6 days had passed and I some how managed to "keep it together" without losing it. It was the night before my scheduled MRI, I was alone and had no one to go with me at 8am the next morning. And then it happened — I had a major melt … Continue reading It was bound to happen sooner or later.
Envisioning Wellness – My Journey Back to Good 