This is Part 2 ~ cancer journey continued. Previous posts can be found by clicking HERE In January 2021, I ended up with 2 surgeries. The first was on January 4, a lumpectomy to remove the tumor and lymph nodes on my left. My surgeon also did a lumpectomy on my right to check margins where the biopsy was done previously. The pathology report came back with a tiny amount of cancer detected on the right side. Back to surgery the end of January to remove lymph nodes on the right to see if Continue Reading
Journal of My Cancer Journey
I'm sharing some of my journals of my cancer journey since being diagnosed with breast cancer. When I read others' stories, I am encouraged, that is why I share my story. When it all started October 2020 - I'm here at the clinic for a routine mammogram appointment. I have the fancy gown on, ready to get started. The tech asks questions and one is, have I had any problems lately. I reply, “yes, I discovered a small pea size lump.” No mammo today. Tech makes an appointment for me at the Continue Reading
How Emotions Help with Cancer
Have you ever been on a rollercoaster? They go up slow and come down fast. Twisting and turning while you’re screaming scared. Then finally you come to a slow stop and hastily climb out of the car that held you captive for that 2-minute ride (or less). And it was supposed to be a thrill. The emotions of cancer have similarities. Some emotions can help. I haven’t been on a rollercoaster ride for many years but still remember the thrill, the stress, the excitement of the ride. Cancer is not a Continue Reading