With my surgery date approaching, I find myself facing all kinds of emotions, some encouraging and some daunting. Here are a few thoughts:
- Looking forward to removing the cancer from my body!
- Concerned about the 10 to 12 hour surgery and being under anesthesia for that long…
- Appreciative to have an incredible team of doctors who are experts in the field!
- Worried about possible complications with such complex surgery…
- Pleased that I took my time to research treatment options and find the right team!
- Unhappy about being away from the cats while I’m in the hospital for several days…
- Thankful for such a loving and kind partner who is willing to do anything to support me through this!
- Anxious about my husband’s sanity while he waits during the long surgery…
- Encouraged by all the other women who have had the same or similar procedures and who are wiling to share their experiences!
- Sad about the permanent changes that will be made to my body and that it won’t ever be the same again…
- Excited for the plastic surgery and looking forward to seeing my new body!
- Uneasy about the recovery and that everything will go smoothly…
- Satisfied that I have done all I can do to prepare for the surgery and recovery!
- Afraid of a possible recurrence in the future…
- Grateful for the incredible support I’m receiving from this community!
It’s a rollercoaster. Taking deep breaths…and lots of CBD!
I will be thinking positive thoughts for you on 11/3 and the following days. I know you will come through surgery just fine. A positive attitude and mood are key, as you know. Follow your doctors orders after surgery. You need lots of time to heal. Please let me know if I can deliver cat food to your home while you are recuperating. Love to you.
Positive thoughts from my household here (2 cats and one large service dog that they boss around). Thank you for all the sharing and educating you have done through your experience.
We are all in your corner and will be cheering for fast recovery and a swell new look. Remember, I’m just down the street if your kitties need company.
Thank you for sharing this journey. Go kick ass and take names. You are a genuinely amazing human being.
I am inspired by your openness and courage. Sending loving, healing thoughts your way and will be thinking of you on November 3. I learned a couple weeks ago from a genetic test that I am in a high-risk category for breast cancer. Obviously, that’s a scary thing to deal with, but knowing women like you makes me realize I would be able to handle a diagnosis and that I would not be alone if it comes to that.
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Think of the many fans you have supporting you from all over the country and beyond. They ‘re rallying for you!
I can’t imagine what you are going through and thank you for sharing this process with the rest of us. My thoughts are with you through this time and I am confident that everything will go smoothly. You are a warrior, hear you roar! Hang in there. Hugs from me and the kitties. We are rooting for you.
You will make it through this!! Sending lots of healing, “healthy cells” thoughts! Stay positive! You are such a strong person!
Lots of love and healing thoughts as your surgery date approaches. Get breathing and stay in the “now”. Ask your surgeon if you can listen to your own music which is what I did. Also, please check out this guided imagery. I used it and lost very little blood – my surgeon was astonished and even noted it in my records. You are on your way to healing and a new chapter. Stay the course. It will get better! (Scroll down to the one on surgery and you can download it.) I love guided imagery and use it frequently.
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So scary! Wow, 10-12 hrs is a long surgery. I know you’ll be 100% fine, though. If tbere is anything we can help with , please call! I’m sending lots of healing energy uour way!