Time flies!!! I have been at home now for almost 2 weeks, since my husband and I decided it was the best thing for me to do and leave his company, as we always said that our marriage comes first and as soon as working with family or anything came in between us, I would … More 15 weeks post op thoughts and a quote to think about…
I feel so bad for only posting today after 5 weeks of silence… I have not been dealing with this surgery and the aftermath so well… I have to be honest, otherwise how am I able to help anyone if I just lie and say I am feeling great, right?!… But the only way I … More 14 weeks Post Op (Trauma & Progress)
Inhale… Exhale… Count to 10 and then scream anyways because we all knew I was going to do that! 😉 Then breathe some more… I have recently been going through so much emotionally in my personal life with family and dealing with this journey on a deep emotional level with my doctor. I have had … More *Being overwhelmed and Grateful at the same time* #9weekspostop
Have you ever laughed so hysterically that you feel like you need to wee and your stomach hurts? Have you ever cried uncontrollably that you can’t breathe, and you can’t seem to say 1 word? Well… last week, I found myself doing both at the same time! Last Monday was my first day back at … More Back to Reality… +-7 weeks post op!
Today is my first birthday as a PREVIVOR! As I look back on this past year, my mind and heart are filled with so many memories and so many up’s and down’s… It is crazy to think that last year this time I was still drinking, I didn’t know a thing about BRCA, and my … More My First Birthday as a PREVIVOR!
Shjoe… I can’t believe that 1 month has gone by since the day my entire life changed… Today marks 1 month and 4 days exactly since my prophylactic double mastectomy. I must say, the time has flown by, but at the same time this recovery has felt like forever. I do my daily exercises to … More — 1 month Post Op —
3 weeks and 3 days 😊 I’m a sucker for details… I am glad to say that everyone was right and things really do get better after the 2-and-a-half-week mark. I’m feeling more and more like myself and the pain is getting more manageable. I am still on all my full doses of medications but … More 3 weeks post op…
2 weeks and 4 days to be exact 😉 “Recovery is a process. It takes time. It takes patience. It takes everything you’ve got.” To be honest, this recovery is tough… I cry so much throughout the day from frustration and pain. My lower back pain is killing me!! I have gone to the chiropractor … More *2 Weeks Post Op*
Firstly, they feel hard as hell. (expanders are waay harder than the implants, so I am fixated on the light at the end of the tunnel) They are bruised and swollen still, so I can’t be certain what the final overall shape is going to be yet… But all in all, I like the look … More How I feel about my Foobs / Expanders…
I set my alarm for an hour and a half before having to be at the hospital, but I was able to get ready so quickly that were able to get to the hospital early, and plus, I got tons of cuddles from my puppy in before leaving home. Ps: being prepared helped so much … More The Surgery Day…
Where do I even start with this blog post? I am blessed with the most amazingly incredible human being ever as my husband!!! He has been there with me, holding my hand (literally) every step of the way in this journey. He has come with me for my Genetic test, my MRI, every doctor’s appointment, … More My ROCK!
**When you can’t do something yourself, you ask for help and someone helps you find a solution to the problem** I had my last session with my psychologist today before my surgery on Friday… all I can say is that I am so grateful to have her in my life. She gives me the level … More Don’t be afraid to ask for help!
I love being prepared and having everything sorted and done way in advance. I went into the hospital last week to do my pre-admissions and it feels like a weight lifted off my shoulders that all I have to do on Friday (surgery D-Day) is just smile and walk in. lol 😉 I asked the … More Pre-Admissions DONE (T-4 days until Surgery)
“But you don’t have cancer” “At least you don’t have to go through Chemotherapy” “You are so much better off than your sister” “Why are you going that route, your sister did it the other way” I know that by having the knowledge of my BRCA gene and making the decision to take preventative action … More Your journey is different, but it is YOURS…
Expectation noun plural noun: expectations a strong belief that something will happen or be the case. Having healthy expectations is so important when going through a journey like this. You need to realise that nobody can read your mind and those around you want to be there for you, but you need to ask for the … More Turn your Expectations into Appreciation
