I soooo need to blog!

Thank you Amanda for such positive and inspiring words. I can see what you are saying...it is all about taking back some control of the situation, and I am desperately trying to do that. I too have modified my diet, am meditating to deal with anxiety and am trying to have a positive mindset. I also read a lot too.  I think I will be in a better position psychologically once I have my appointment on Tuesday and have some idea what the treatment plan will be. Having done the chemo, radio, hormone therapy 'program' before, I am aware of some of what lays ahead.

Like you did I am experiencing a number of mixed emotions about this diagnosis, which I'm sure will settle as I work through them all...at the moment I am angry...PISSED OFF actually! (I feel the need to blog again coming on! lol!) Anger is a good emotion though in that it stimulates action (for me anyway). Like you mentioned, I have decided to be more assertive in my treatment this time around, ask more questions and be more proactive and  forthright. I didn't question anything last time...I was like a deer in headlights, shocked to my core, just following all that was put to me without question due to fear. This time will be different...it will be a "take no prisoners" approach!

Thank you once again Amanda for your kind words of support and encouragement. It is nice to know that the chatter does quieten down after a while! Thank you also for the offer of getting in touch. I imagine after I get my long awaited treatment plan I may have some questions for you and get in touch then.

Celeste xx