Recovery Day 1

decisionsformyfamily Post-Op Bilateral Prophylactic Mastectomy July 4, 2012July 10, 2012 1 Minute

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I am a married mother of two beautiful girls. Due to family and personal history I had an over 50% chance of developing breast cancer and refused to be a victim. On July 2, 2012 I underwent a bilateral prophylactic mastectomy with full reconstruction. View all posts by decisionsformyfamily

Published July 4, 2012July 10, 2012

14 thoughts on “Recovery Day 1”

beatingcowdens says:

July 4, 2012 at 9:52 am

Beautiful smile! A real champion!

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1. decisionsformyfamily says:
  
  July 7, 2012 at 11:38 am
  
  THank you so much for all of your comments and positive thoughts. They have really meant the world to me! I am feeling pretty good. About to take a spin around the hall..show off a bit! Thank you again!
  Christine
  
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  1. beatingcowdens says:
    
    July 7, 2012 at 7:31 pm
    
    At least for me, the relief outweighed the pain. Hopefully it is the same for you. keep us posted.
Theresa Smith says:

July 4, 2012 at 10:50 am

You look great! Hoping you feel as good as look. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

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1. decisionsformyfamily says:
  
  July 7, 2012 at 11:40 am
  
  Thank you Theresa! I am feeling pretty good. About to take a spin around the hallway and show off a bit. I finally feel like I am ready to come home tomorrow. Slow and steady I guess!
  Thanks for the positive thoughts!
  CHristine
  
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Michelle McGrellis says:

July 4, 2012 at 11:30 am

You look great and your smiling!!! Been thinking about you and was happy to see this today.

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Ticking Time Bombs says:

July 4, 2012 at 1:11 pm

You look fabulous! Keep smiling. =)

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1. decisionsformyfamily says:
  
  July 7, 2012 at 11:43 am
  
  :-)!
  
  I lost my smile yesterday but I am finding it today. Thank you for the positive energy! I appreciate it!
  
  Christine
  
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Lee Asbell says:

July 4, 2012 at 2:07 pm

Awesome!

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shutupaboutit says:

July 5, 2012 at 1:49 am

So glad to see the thumb’s up!

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Linda Bailey-Snuffin says:

July 5, 2012 at 7:50 pm

Hi Christine! Frank mentioned your site. He showed me some pictures he had of you(pre and post op). You really look great! I hope you feel as good as you look!!! 🙂 If you need help with the girls, feel free to ask! THEY ARE AWESOME!!! So LOVING, SWEET and PRECIOUS!!! Susan and Laura had alot of fun with them yesterday and today! We wish you speedy recovery! Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Frank and your adorable girls! God Bless,
Linda Snuffin

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1. decisionsformyfamily says:
  
  July 14, 2012 at 7:55 pm
  
  Thank you Linda! The girls had a nice time on the 4th and enjoyed spending time with you all. I appreciate you guys helping Frank and the girls out and really do appreciate the thoughts!
  
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onwardandupwardblog says:

July 5, 2012 at 9:50 pm

You look beautiful and happy! Happy you are recovering 🙂 Sending you strength!

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1. decisionsformyfamily says:
  
  July 7, 2012 at 6:19 pm
  
  Thank you so much for the positive thoughts! I send them right back at you and wish you all the best. Happy Birthday BTW! Hope you enjoyed it!
  
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