Hi All!

I hope everyone managed to get at least a little bit of respite from the fear and anxiety this weekend.

Vicki - how was the beach hut? Hope that fresh air did the trick for you.

Take care of yourselves xx

I took the kids to the cinema on Saturday, and then had my sons 4th birthday party on Sunday. So I've managed to keep quite well distracted!! 
 

The breast clinic just called, and they've moved my results appointment to 9:40 on Thursday, instead of 11:40. So at least I don't have to worry all morning. It will be school run, then appointment!! Praying for benign results!! Xxx

Yes I am - diagnosed last week. Didn't realise it was only 20% - grrrr! Good news that it's non invasive - remember that when you're feeling fed up :happy:

My surgery is on 30 March so let's keep in touch and keep each other positive.

x

After a hectic day my mind drifted to you ladies who were having surgery and getting results today.  
So glad the surgery went well.  You did it and are so brave.  Take good care of yourself and sending all good wishes x

Stay strong.  A little setback but you can do this.  Sending best wishes x

Thank you Mary!

I actually did feel strong and brave today which made a change! Was in full on "I've got this" mode!!

Sounds like you are keeping yourself busy which can only be positive.

Take care and roll on 30th March. I hope it doesn't drag too much for you. Lots of love xx

Thank you Mary x

Hi Positive T and all the other ladies :)

How are you doing after your surgery? all been OK? I had my third EC chemo yesterday. It still feels unreal when I type that. I never thought I'd be having chemotherapy...however, I only have one more of these vicious treatments before I have an MRI scan to see what progress I have made. I am then due to have 12 weekly chemo sessions with another supposedly less harsh drug. 

I am hoping for miracles and an MRI scan that says the 4 cycles I have already had have obliterated my cancer so I don't have to have the other sessions!!

In other news, I have shaved my head and even that is shedding so I have lovely bald patches in various places! roll on my custom wig on the 9th April.

I do hope you and everyone else is doing OK.

Big hugs all round xxxx

Hi Vicki. Really good to hear from you and thank you for the update. 

And hi to all the rest of the ladies!! I hope everyone is well.

I'm doing ok! Minimal pain, healing nicely (it'll be two weeks since surgery tomorrow!) and generally things seem to be going well on that front!

Was supposed to get my pathology results today but my surgeon has covid so appointment was cancelled!

Must phone my nurse tomorrow and see how/when I can get results cos not sure my nerves will cope with another 10 days!!!

I know I will be having a second surgery (hopefully just evening up unless pathology shows no clear margins) which was meant to be this Friday but now on 7th April (again cos surgeon has covid!!). Hey ho!!! 

Glad to hear you are 3/4 way through the nasty chemo and sending all the best wishes in the world for your MRI and some positive news. Let's get the *** shrunk!!! 

So brave of you to shave your head! Good on you for taking control. Have you chosen a wig that is similar to your usual hair? I like to think I would go for something totally different and out there haha. 

Hugs back at ya and keep us posted! 

Lots of love xx

Update!!!

Pathology showed clear margins and no invasive!

Feeling lucky and thankful!

Sending hugs to you all xx

Positive T way to gooooo! SO HAPPY and relieved for you. What fantastic news. Hugs back at you!!

Bet you feel on top of the world :)

I'm looking forward to Sunday evening when I should be back to normal. Having a sickly day today. Ugh. I've got to go and have a picc line put in under local anaesthetic tomorrow. CBA with any of it, but it apparently will make life easier when it comes to having more bloods taken and chemo put in. 

My wig is way longer and thicker than my own hair has ever been but not full of volume on the top as that would look odd. I'm so looking forward to getting it glued to my balding head! Xxx

Hope everyone is doing well.  Popped on to read some updates.  Sounds as if all you ladies are doing so well.  It's wonderful to read all your good news and also wonderful positivity in challenging times, especially everyone having chemo.  You're all amazing.

I had my mastectomy today and so relieved to finally get it done after a few delays.  It went really well and I haven't got any pain (see what tomorrow is like!) and, surprisingly no drain either which was a big surprise.  I'm straight in with the granny bra and soft prosthesis and I'm channelling Nora Batty with the surgical stocking, but so far it's absolutely fine.  So, anyone waiting for surgery I hope my experience gives a bit of reassurance - it's not bad, honestly.

Results in 2 weeks, another worry, and one last hurdle but fingers crossed!

Hugs and best wishes to everyone x

Hope everyone is doing well.  Popped on to read some updates.  Sounds as if all you ladies are doing so well.  It's wonderful to read all your good news and also wonderful positivity in challenging times, especially everyone having chemo.  You're all amazing.

I had my mastectomy today and so relieved to finally get it done after a few delays.  It went really well and I haven't got any pain (see what tomorrow is like!) and, surprisingly no drain either which was a big surprise.  I'm straight in with the granny bra and soft prosthesis and I'm channelling Nora Batty with the surgical stocking, but so far it's absolutely fine.  So, anyone waiting for surgery I hope my experience gives a bit of reassurance - it's not bad, honestly.

Results in 2 weeks, another worry, and one last hurdle but fingers crossed!

Hugs and best wishes to everyone x

Hi Mary, 

So pleased to hear your surgery went well and you are not in pain. And no drains! That's a bonus!!

Wishing you a smooth recovery and good news when you get your results.

Lots of love xx

Hi Mary

Well done on getting through  it! You are a superstar. I hope you are feeling OK today also. 

I'm currently in a hospital bed awaiting insertion of a picc line. The doctor performing the procedure is so unbelievably wonderful I'm blown away. He came to see me earlier and what a beautiful and spiritual person he is. He told me an analogy of when you look at a crystal clear lake and you can see fish swimming, but then a naughty person throws a pebble and disrupts your view and the fish disappear. He said that even though it has happened, the fish are still there and your crystal clear view will return soon. Honestly I cried and then he had a tear also. His own sister is going through breast cancer as well so he is doubly understanding. What a guy! 

Anyway hope my procedure is quick and easy. Speak soon and rest up xxx 

Oh Vicki that's wonderful, it made me cry a bit as I feel a bit delicate today.  You were meant to have that lovely Dr, he sounds wonderful, so glad he was there for you. 
Sorry to hear you're in hospital this weekend, I hope you can see some sunshine from your window.  I've read you're going through it with this chemo, but a means to an end I suppose and you will get to the other side very soon.  Keep going, keep strong, I'm sending you a huge hug and best wishes.  
M x

Thank you xx

Aww Mary, you are bound to be feeling delicate. The highs of getting through yesterday followed by the gentle dip of today. Every day will feel different for all of us, no matter what the day has been like. If it all feels too much, we just need to breathe and remember how far we have come already and imagine how strong we will be in another few months time. Let's focus on a beautiful rest of our lives. 

Lots of love xxx

You're so right Vicki.  When I think of the journey everyone is on, and my own journey, I know I have learned a lot about myself these last 11 weeks.  When I think what a mess I was at the beginning blindsided by the fear and the waiting, and now, post surgery I feel a stronger person, and less afraid.  I wish I knew it was possible to feel this way at the beginning, and I hope anyone else starting their journey can take some comfort and positivity from our experiences.  
 

We're not quite there yet, but the finishing line now in sight hopefully.

M xx

Hi

Glad your mastectomy went well and no drain is a huge bonus. You have given me some good vibes for mine this week. 

Are you managing to sleep ok and control any pain?

Rest up

xx

Hi Vicki

Hope you're doing ok. I feel like that doctor was sent to you with his beautiful analogy. You are one brave lady.

Sending love

x

That doctor sounds amazing!

Xx

All the best for the op, nearly there now and I totally get how awful the waiting is.  Mines been fine and they put in a lot of local yesterday after the op and surprisingly I've not needed anything today.  She did a good job on me it seems!!  Drink plenty of water the day and night before the op.  Staying hydrated is really important so they can find veins and helps prevent blood clots.  I was out of bed as soon as I got back to the ward, they want you up moving around really quickly.  I was first on the surgery list so was home by 3.30. 
It's all been fine so far.  Hope your surgery goes well.   I'm sure you will sail through it X