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emotional mess
Hope everyone is well. Its been 5 days since my first round of FEC an what an emotional journey it has been. The first day wasnt that bad. Tired and foggy and hungry ( which was a surprise).Thanks to my wonderful husband i still get up and have a shower everyday ( sort of makes me feel half human). I find that by mid…
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EMOTIONS
Went to see my plastic surgeon today about getting the other breast off and reconstruction. Well you would think I would be so happy, but when the Dr asked me why I wanted the other breast off just started to cry and did so on and off during the consultation. The Dr asked me was I like this all the time , must of thought I…
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Here's to my Journey!
Weds 2nd November Met with my new employer today to discuss when I would be able to start my new job. I have to admit I'm very disappointed I couldn't start today but as she said I have to make myself a priority now. She's right of course, but it doesn't stop me feeling guilty about not starting....oh well these things…
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rained on the party!
Today was a strange day - my emotions were as volatile as the weather. I had been feeling strong of mind and body, so what changed? I spoke at length with one of my doctors about the surgery I have received so far and, as always, he encouraged me to take charge of my health and gave my morale a boost. I was feeling happy…
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Should I be sad
The anniversary of my diagnosis is on Friday. At counselling last week we talked about words to describe the past year. Words included: busy, scary and challenging. The counsellor said they were normal words in this situation but the only thing she noted was it was unusual not to mention 'sad'. But when she asked me about…
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Life in progress
Getting back into life again, as I recollect what I once was, requires a change of dynamic structual idealistic thought process ! What does that mean to me ! What aspect and concept of the changes with in ! Knowledge is now my weppon of choice, and this weppon will get me through what ever it takes to survive this, the…
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Reconstruction Booked (DIEP flap)
Hello my friends It's a date!!! I'm booked in for my reconstruction on November 10th. It's been 6 weeks now since I finished chemo and I have had some big decisions to make. First up - I have decided to have my other breast removed. I have a strong family history of breast cancer and so feel this is the right decision for…
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Massage Therapy
Hi, I was wondering if anyone could reccommeded a good massage therapist in western sydney?
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footy hidden heros
I am so proud that a central coast club the Toukley Hawks won the Footy's Hidden Hero's competition. I was lucky enough to be invited to attend as a special guest from BCNA. It is through initiatives like this and the generosity of whole communities and companies that enables BCNA to do all that they do do for us women. It…
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Post BC, Depression, Tamoxifin, Letting go & how?
Does anyone suffer Depression after the BC Journey? Do you think it has anything to do with Tamoxifin? Two years on, just finished my last surgery - nipple reconstruction. One that I almost walk out on, because I had enough of Hospital. Through the journey, my natural instinct was to survive and be here to see my young…
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Sydney
Hi all, What a great weekend in Sydney. Not only was the running festival a good experience, also the jetboat ride on the harbour, the guided walking tour of Kings Cross, Skywalk and the bridge climb. First time in Sydney, so many more things I wanted to do, can't wait til I go again. Take care xxxRikki
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Exercise Bra
Hi Everyone. I have not blogged before so not quite sure what I am doing. I have just had silicon implants put in and I have been told that when I begin exercising again to use a very supportive bra. I had a double mastectomy and love to run, ride, kayak etc but concerned that if the new boobs aren't held in place enough…
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I can't believe I've finished chemo!
Hi everyone Well I had my last chemo on Monday and I can't believe it's done and dusted. 3x FEC and 3x Taxotere. Everything went well - no reaction to taxotere this time, day 3 and feeling the usual side effects - so tired, bloated, tummy pain, leg cramps, not sleeping, waiting for the bone pain to kick in over the next…
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Exercise
I had expressed my interest in a clinical trial that is looking at exercise and muscle strength that reduces the risk of reoccurence in bc patients. The trial is taking place in Brisbane so unfortunately I will not be able to participate, however I spoke with Cameron McDonald the man behind the trial and he explained the…
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YAY Back to Work next week
Greetings All, Have not blogged in a looong while, I've been plodding along well, just coping with long periods of extreme bordom. 9th of August I had my expanders removed and got my wonderful silicon, was very happy with the result (although I am slightly pointing to the right, but I think that is something I can only…