@primek hi Kath, I can feel your stress. You must be an amazing nurse caring for your clients. It's a very rewarding profession, but can be stressful at times.
I don't think you are having a "minor" surgery, it's a big deal to get the real boobs after 14 months with the expanders. You can get off this roller coaster after your surgery and start a new chapter in your life.
I was so upset to hear that my son's prep teacher passed away from ovarian cancer recently. It definitely brings out our fears.
Family commitments can stress us out. I just had my biopsy done on Wednesday, I am anxious about the results and waiting for double mastectomy. My mum invited 10 people for lunch at my house this Saturday.
My strategy for stress and anxiety is deep breathing. I feel like all the stress and anxiety are blew out from the base of my chest.
I hope you had a good night sleep, you feel better today. Have fun at your sister's birthday tomorrow.
Good luck and all the best for your surgery. Looking forward to hear from you after surgery.
Lots of love and hugs for beautiful Kath!