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Lotus17
Hi this is my first BYO at blogging.
I was diagnosed with BC while in Geelong for the birth of my grandchild. He arrived 14 April and I was diagnosed 24 April. It should have been the most exciting time of my life, instead i couldn't wait to get back home to Brisbane.
Things have moved really quickly since arriving home. I have had two operations; first to remove a 3cm tumor and lymph node then a second to remove a larger margin of tissue and to place a porta cath in situ for the chemo. The lymph node was.clear so that is great news. Now the wait to see the oncologist and plan the attack.
Since my diagnosis I have been researching and gathering as much info as I can. I came across the BCNA on the day of my diagnosis and have been in awe of the stories and support. I am so encouraged and inspired by the women who blog and offer their words of wisdom & support I felt the need to put my story out there.
I have good and bad days. I'm an incredibly positive person, mostly, except today when I found out my husband has been betraying me with other women on and off over the last 8 years Great timing eh.
I'm fortunate to be blessed with great family and friends who will support me through this fight. Today's revelation has only made me all the more determined to be a survivor!!
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- Thanx Cheryl. It sounds like you have come through some tough times. Than you for sharing with me. I have had my venting of anger and decided he is now no longer worth the energy. I am going to concentrate all of my energy on ME! I think I have always been a glass 'full' person and believe there is something positive in everything and everyone and although this may be a 'challenging' time finding the BCNA site has put me in touch with some incredibly courageous and positive women! Thanx for the shoulder ;)
- Thanx for your encouraging response ;) I am moving forward and keen to get my treatment started. I met with my oncologist today and she is lovely, practical and down to earth. I begin my first round of treatment next Thursday. Lotus17 :)
- It was so heartening to wake from my fog of the last weeks to find such warm welcomes and words of encouragement and support from women who had never met me. There is a true 'sisterhood' willing to offer assistance in times of 'crisis' and I thank you for your support Daina. Lotus17
- Thank you for your wonderful supportive words. In the wee hours of the morning when i posted my blog I was feeling very lost and alone. When I read your response and that of other amazing women on this site, I was lifted by the encouragment and words of wisdom. I have an amazing amount of support from some very close friends but being able to 'put it out there' to others who are experiencing a similar journey is incredibly cathartic and I thank you. I know I will make it through the 'oncoming storm' with a little help from my friends. ;)
Nice to meet you Lotus. I'm glad you found the site and its been helpful for you. You do sound a very positive person with a great outlook. All the best for your treatment -- drop in and post as often as you like! :)
Di
Nice to meet you Lotus. I'm glad you found the site and its been helpful for you. You do sound a very positive person with a great outlook. All the best for your treatment -- drop in and post as often as you like! :)
Di
Pftt on the husband situation, you have to look after yourself now dear, not his guilt, remorse and constant begging of forgiveness and understanding.
If I sound tough it's because I was there years ago with a little baby in tow and that was hard let alone coping mentally and physically through treatment.
This will make you into the woman he will wish he never betrayed!
Just remember we are here all hours so let it rip whenever you get the urge, we all have big shoulders and plenty of online hugs to give you.
Regards
Cheryl
Pftt on the husband situation, you have to look after yourself now dear, not his guilt, remorse and constant begging of forgiveness and understanding.
If I sound tough it's because I was there years ago with a little baby in tow and that was hard let alone coping mentally and physically through treatment.
This will make you into the woman he will wish he never betrayed!
Just remember we are here all hours so let it rip whenever you get the urge, we all have big shoulders and plenty of online hugs to give you.
Regards
Cheryl
- Hi Lotus, welcome to this site. There will be lots of support coming your way from the lovely pink ladies who have travelled the path you are now treading. It is a safe place to vent and rave, and we all understand how you are feeling. Good luck with your chemo. Love Chris xx
- Hi Lotus, welcome to this site. There will be lots of support coming your way from the lovely pink ladies who have travelled the path you are now treading. It is a safe place to vent and rave, and we all understand how you are feeling. Good luck with your chemo. Love Chris xx
