Hoping all continues well, Graven Image. Good teamwork like this is really important - reduces stress levels and lets you conserve your energy and keep your mind clear for the difficult stuff.
How it went? It didn't... The oncologist had ordered a test on the tumor but the results weren't back yet. So nothing happened today and I have to go in next week on Tuesday. Grumble.
My cousin Johnny passed. That's two cousins within three months. Plus I found out yesterday that a friend, who went in for a routine demotology check in late March, ended up being diagnosed with ductal breast cancer in-situ by the dermatologist, had three versions of a biopsy to pinpoint things, wasn't a candidate for lumpectomy, and had a mastectomy three weeks ago. She is completely clear of cancer, but man, what a rollercoaster. Scary to think it was caught simply because she went in for another dermo issue on her breast. And yes, her last mammo less than a year ago was clear, as were all of the previous ones.
I follow every post in this topic although I don't post very often, as I do not do any praying, but think of all who post. Today I write because I might be writing a bit more often as I found a small lump yesterday and was seen by a GP today. I'll have to go for the usual battery of tests. With a bit of luck it might turn out to be nothing, but as it's on the same left side as the other two, well, we'll see. My thoughts are often with Galilit who told me about her experience and I was so grateful because I was able to follow her very good advice. I'll know more next week.Fortunately, I find myself quite unphased by it, although my voice did wobble a bit when I was talking, first, to my neighbour.
Oh, man, Susan Doris. I hope that you get good news. And don't be afraid to feel your feelings. I know you are are an "eternal optimist" (that was your title on the Old Ship wasn't it, or am I confused ?) Anyway you usually seem optimistic. It is okay to be scared and yet optimistic, too.
My friend I_ died today. For some reason I keep thinking of an old lady (long gone) at church, who, told some story of a quick death by a shocked, younger me, replied 'oh, what a nice way to go'. I'm 22 years younger than he was, and if the Lord said to me now 'so tell me just _why_ you feel you need a bit more time' - I'd be a bit pushed to come up with a decent answer. RIP old friend.
Oh, man, Susan Doris. I hope that you get good news. And don't be afraid to feel your feelings. I know you are are an "eternal optimist" (that was your title on the Old Ship wasn't it, or am I confused ?) Anyway you usually seem optimistic. It is okay to be scared and yet optimistic, too.
Thank you, Lyda. Yes, eternal optimist is still my nature! That wobbles a bit occasionally of course ...
I think it is so lovely the way all here think of and support each other with such kindness and genuine sympathy.
Oh, man, Susan Doris. I hope that you get good news. And don't be afraid to feel your feelings. I know you are are an "eternal optimist" (that was your title on the Old Ship wasn't it, or am I confused ?) Anyway you usually seem optimistic. It is okay to be scared and yet optimistic, too.
Mr. Image was at the doctor's yesterday for the pre-surgery exam. The doctor was telling us that Mr. Image would be sent home with a catheter that would need to be drained for a few days until his next office appointment. No problem says I. I remember the last surgery when he was sent home with no written instructions and I was in a tizzy trying to figure out how to drain the thing, dear of most blessed memory Rossweisse, calmed me down and helped me figure it out. I do miss her on the ship, but she is indeed the gift that keeps on giving.
Prayers and positive thoughts for all currently going through difficulties and diagnosis and treatment. @SusanDoris thinking of you and hoping for the best outcome. Take care, all.
Sending courage to all - I am humbled by all of you who are confronting the reality of your situations rather than avoidance - which may feel easier at the time but not a great way to go for the long run.
I hope that doesn't sound patronising - it's not meant to be so.
I go for a MUGA scan (it's a heart function thing, I assume because they need to know how efficient my heart will be at circulating the chemo drugs) this Friday and a bone scan and CAT scan on the 16th. So things are sort of moving along.
Praying for you. I remember most of this process with my mum. It is survivable - I've seen it done - and this thread is all yours when that feels like a completely stupid thing to say.
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I think it is so lovely the way all here think of and support each other with such kindness and genuine sympathy.
Yes, me too. I visit this thread often, thinking and praying for you all, but I don't always know what to say. @SusanDoris @NicoleMR @Graven Image and Mr Image @Galilit @PDR and Mrs PDR @Stercus Tauri ...
And @idj who we haven't heard from for a while.
I hope that doesn't sound patronising - it's not meant to be so.
I go for a MUGA scan (it's a heart function thing, I assume because they need to know how efficient my heart will be at circulating the chemo drugs) this Friday and a bone scan and CAT scan on the 16th. So things are sort of moving along.