Hi Sarah when I told them at work I was taking the next 4 months off, after just having a five weeks off between core biopsy and mastectomy many that I worked with asked 'why?' and told me 'how much better chemo is nowdays'. I almost got sucked into feeling guilty about asking for time off. Somewhere along the line I realsied I was worth it. The cytotoxics, radiotherapy and surgery are just part of it, coming to terms and sorting out the miriad of thoughts and emotions that are connected to the deeper issues take so much energy and time.
I am taking time the time because I am worth it; thats what I tell people now when I am asked why am I not at work.
Sarah I have read your blogs and you have shown such enormous courage so far on your journey; I appreciate the journey you have yet to travel. I am sorry that you feel worn down at the moment and hope that good days come to you soon.
MLE59