Cancer is a word, not a sentence! <-- Click on this link to see the original artwork by Theartsatichipter! I love this saying because it is a good reminder. I Googled the saying and found this link to a drawing Theartsatichipster did. Simple, yet so meaningful to all those who have been touched by this dreaded disease. ❤
Tag: strength
Hell Yes They’re Fake… ;)
Coming to terms with the battle I have fought over the past 5 months, sometimes gets overwhelming. But I do not regret for one second, my choice to have a double mastectomy. Laughing is good for the mind, body and soul and not only do I find this amusing, I oddly find it as a … Continue reading Hell Yes They’re Fake… 😉
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
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.
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 