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Annie13's avatar
Annie13
Member
13 years ago

Day 14

This week is the last week I will have my natural right breast (surgery next Monday). I don't know why, but for some reason that makes me scared, nervous, anxious.

It feels like this week will be the last of the life I've been leading, and after that will be a new one.

I really am feeling great though. Eating well, exercising, spending time with friends and family. I don't feel like there's anything wrong with me!

Lot's to get done this week though....some painting at home, dentist appt, beuatician appt, chiro appt, tax return appt! I also I have a uni assignment to complete and submit before I go in. I am studying my Masters at the moment, so it's tough going. I figured I'd get all this out of the way this week, then I can just take it easy for the next month or so.

So a big week ahead, but I'm ready for it. x

8 Replies

  • Annie13's avatar
    Annie13
    Member
    13 years ago

    What a great idea Cheryl....I think I will do that tonight. And make it a bit fun...maybe with some props! xxx

  • Liz_in_Darwin's avatar
    Liz_in_Darwin
    Member
    13 years ago

    Hi Annie. I can identify so much with your feelings right now - and I love Cheryl's idea (I never did anything like this and regretted it later). Good to hear that your life is so full but also that you're going to have the chance to rest. All the very best for your big week - the women here will be cheering you on!

     

    Liz

  • Cheryl_D's avatar
    Cheryl_D
    Member
    13 years ago

    Take some photos of your breast, hell make a mould I say..

    She has been with you your whole life and I think you should have a memory of her around.

     I feel more women should do this, not for morbiditys' sake but just a time to look back in a few years and say hi to the old girl.

    You'll never loose her, she is you.

    Cheryl

  • Cheryl_D's avatar
    Cheryl_D
    Member
    13 years ago

    Take some photos of your breast, hell make a mould I say..

    She has been with you your whole life and I think you should have a memory of her around.

     I feel more women should do this, not for morbiditys' sake but just a time to look back in a few years and say hi to the old girl.

    You'll never loose her, she is you.

    Cheryl

  • Annie13's avatar
    Annie13
    Member
    13 years ago

    Thanks so much. You have had such a positive result - you must be so pleased! This site is brilliant - so much information, from women who know exactly what you're going through - what a god send hey!

  • SharonMolenaar's avatar
    SharonMolenaar
    Member
    13 years ago
    Only seven more sleeps for you. It is so funny how we count down the days till we loose our breasts !!!! How things change. I was so paranoid before the surgery thinking the cancer had spread and I was so sure it was in my nodes. It ended up that the invasive cancer had been taken out by the core biopsy - so have faith that good things do happen. Even with a good pathology result though I think cancer changes you but it really makes a difference when you know what you are dealing with and have control. This site has really helped me so if you have any questions about your surgery just ask - I'm just a couple of weeks ahead of you. Xoxox
  • SharonMolenaar's avatar
    SharonMolenaar
    Member
    13 years ago
    You are doing so well. I found that the wait was the hardest so keep doing all you can to keep busy and focus on being healthy. I am now nearly two weeks post surgery and I feel much better knowing what I face rather than waiting with no clue. Just be really kind to your self and get as much rest as possible. It does get easier. Sending you lots of love and hugs xoxo