Praying for the clear margins

Thanks everyone - I’m excited to say the margins were clear and so were the nodes. my breast care nurse said I’m cancer free but I won’t believe it until I finish radiation and herceptin in a few months time. 

Best wishes for the resukts you hope for. Thinking of you 

Best wishes for your upcoming pathology results.
Early days for me the armpit always felt like it was wet. Aren't those nerves funny sometimes!
Hopefully you've got a distraction or two!
I love where I am so a walk in the garden with the cat that thinks she's a puppy helps to melt away any tension. 
Take care and best wishes for good results 

Dear @LisaJHM,  Agree with you and all network members above about the torture of waiting for results!

from jennyss in Western NSW

Hi Lisa, the surgeon is more likely to get a clear margin than not so the odds have to be in your favour right? I always find wardrobe sorting and cupboard cleaning two very good distractions.And then there is always Netflix. I got hooked on 2 series ‘Dirty John’ and ‘Dead to me’.
Fingers crossed for Tuesday.

Hi @LisaJHM,
I agree with all the others with their suggestions.
Waiting for pathology results earlier this year seemed interminable, I liken it to a form of psychological torture! 
While waiting, if I felt anxious and could feel my heart pounding, I googled some relaxation exercises, which were surprisingly quite effective. Sometimes I had to do two in a row to get my heart rate down a bit. I was off work post op, so had more time on my hands to 'think', so tried to keep occupied, even if watching sbs dramas!
All I can say is the time will pass, and before you know it, your appointment will be here.
You mentioned being on your own, do you have friends or family nearby? People who may be sensitive to know when you do or don't want to talk about what is happening, maybe to catch up for a quick coffee? 
Thinking of you during this time, and know that we all understand what you are feeling.
Best wishes to you,
Suzanne 

The waiting is so hard.  As others have said - try to find things that are gentle and distracting to get you through the weekend.

All the best for Tuesday, @LisaJHM - the numbness will slowly fade, tho some have a small bit for a while.   Yes, the waiting really is the pits.  Big hugs coming your way xx  If you feel up to it, see if you can get out & do something you really love doing - to give you a cheer up!  xx

Grab a really good book & get stuck into it ..... I've just finished one called I am Pilgrim - I didn't want it to end!  I reckon it would make the BEST movie!!  

take care & let us know how you go on Tues xx

@LisaJHM Waiting is never fun. Whether it is for the good (like dessert) or the bad (having to eat brains) As you can see, I think in terms of food. Are you able to go for a massage? Just get them to avoid the surgery or cancer area. Walk on the beach in the bracing weather and it is enough to clear all thoughts from your head. Make yourself a decadent dessert that is complicated but sounds really yum. Or if, unlike me, you don’t do dessert, what about a fancy savoury dish? Do something deserving for you. Big hugs.

@LisaJHM  sending heaps of positive vibes your way.    The waiting is just the pits and easier said than done keeping your mind from overthinking things.   Big hugs to you and wishing you the best for good results.  We just have to keep moving forward and keep our eyes on the prize .  Let us know how you go.   xo