What they don't tell you!
When you get that initial diagnosis you know there is going to be surgery. At least one of your breasts, whether you have a mastectomy or lumpectomy, is never going to be the same again. That's the ...
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Every time I feel bad about something I just try to remember that I've hopefully been given the rest of my life.
I hate the new look hair, even though everyone tells me how good it looks - but it's different to the me from before.
I hate being tired all the time, I hate the unsettled gut issues, I hate the joint pain.
But more than that - I hate the fact that so many on this site are so young, just babies with a whole life to live. And some of them have lost the fight :( These are the times when I feel alternately guilty that I'm older and I've had a life and seen my children grow up, and then grateful that I have a chance to get even older.
It's a lottery and some might win.
Ranting about the crap is really really good - I hope all of you have a partner or family member who doesn't mind when you do it, but remember to count the blessings too.
much love
magicmum