Tag: Breast

Just another day

So I saw a news story today that made my stomach turn.  A woman has been arrested and charged with fraud, theft and some other charges.  It seems she told her friends and co-workers  that she has breast cancer and needed a mastectomy.  She worried about how she would pay for the surgery so they all helped out raising thousands of dollars.  One problem…she did not have cancer but instead just wanted a breast implants.  REALLY?  I so want to believe in the best in people but call it what it is…People are twisted!

Anyway….home from softball and flipped on the TV to find Pretty in Pink.  Loved this movie back when.  I feel so old when I realize it is 26 years old!  Still a classic.

Finalizing the plans for Megan’s Communion. We are having it out at a Reception hall because Frank and I are known for catastrophic events happening when we have a party.  We have had a hurricane, spikes for a tent run through our sprinkler system flooding the yard and just all around foul weather.   I got a call from the caterer yesterday asking for a head count already.  Still more than 2 weeks away.  I was not expecting that, put Wednesday as an RSVP date on the invites. I was able to put them off until next week.  Opps. Looking forward to it..should be a good time!  I love the part about just write a check and show up!

We have arrived inside of the 60 day point until the surgery.  Still too far out for an actual countdown but a milestone none the less.  In a few weeks it all starts back up, blood work and pre surgical appointments. Until then just continue to take it day by day!

Bright sun and blue sky

It is a beautiful day today!  I am definitely one of those people who’s mood is affected by weather.  Yesterday we were at the park for the opening day parade and it was cold!  Very overcast and cloudy but thankfully the rain held off til late.

A good time was had by all at the park but of course it just would not be a family event without someone getting sick.  Madison woke up with all signs of sinus/ear infection.  SHe was so excited about the parade I had to let her go and march but as soon as the actual parade was over we separated from Frank and Meg and went to the doctor.

So I recently find myself wondering if I am supposed to tell everyone that I am about to have surgery.  As I stand at the bus stop in the morning with neighbors and we chit-chat about this and that.  Am I supposed to drop in there a hey by the way I am having a mastectomy?  Or just disappear one day for a little bit?  Possible to get through without some people even noticing or do the after explanation.  I almost want to make up business cards with the blog address and just say read this because I prefer not to talk about it. I do not mind blogging about it at all but when you discuss it with people they get that look…it just gets exhausting.

Today I am thankful for Madison feeling better and bright shinning sun!  Looking forward to a great day with my family.

“Go find your smile again”

I am sitting here watching City Slickers. I just mentioned it the other day and in flipping channels to find  something to watch, I find it.  Seemed too coincidental so I just had to watch!

Kids already in bed active karate class tonight for them and very busy day tomorrow.   Opening day for softball at the park.  Parade, pictures and BBQ.  For Megan it is old hat but this is the first year for Madison so pure excitement.

I am going to sit and enjoy my movie but wanted to keep my list going.

Today I am grateful for:

  • the birds that chirped happily in the yard
  • The pool cover removal setting up months of swimming fun for the family
  • the look of pure excitement on Madi’s face thinking about the parade tomorrow
  • Hearing “I love you mommy” as I put the girls to bed…..I love this one so will be a continual theme I bet 🙂 .