Radiation: I have three left. My skin has not experienced further degeneration since re-starting...after this posting, I will go an do a saline rinse, Burrows soak, etc. because they're working. Only three left....I think I can, I think I can, I think I can!
Surgery: Though I had to cancel my March 22 surgery date, it looks like another date will follow soon on the heels. It seems that the surgeries I'm doing (lat flaps) are pretty invasive and so they can't do recon. on both sides simultaneously, and would prefer to do one side at a time. I'll do the proph. side soon, but I'm waiting to figure out if I should do the mastectomy first or the oopharectomy first, and as soon as I figure that out I'll book the surgeries.
Weight: I officially weigh less than I did (by one pound) than when I started chemo! I have lost 22 pounds, plus the extra, of the hated chemo weight. HURRAH! Now I'm not working on getting back to normal, I'm working on getting skinny. I can't wait to see what the next few pounds do!
Money: I am pleased to announce that I have accepted a contract position through the Bellevue School District, working on curriculum development. I'm absolutely thrilled by this development because a) I really enjoyed curriculum development when I was teaching, and b) the pay is $24/hour, c) the hours are flexible (I've signed up for 10 hours per week), and d) I can work from home. This is about the best gig I can imagine for a stay-at-home-mom in need of cash, and I'm excited to get started.
I am DETERMINED to get my life back in order. I can do this...
Kristina
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Yes, you can...and are doing it! You amaze me. I love you, my strong, determined, smart, and slenderizing friend. I am pleased to hear that you'll be taking a short healing break. It will be good for your body and soul. Congrats on getting the job! Hope Ryan is well.
Love,
Corina
Sounds great! I'm so impressed with the weight loss you've achieved while going through all this cr@p! Can we have a picture of your slim self? Lisa in Phoenix
As If there were ever any doubt that you could do all this...well, not in my mind, anyway.
Love & positive,
gr
We are so proud of you our beautiful daughter. I believe you are on a winning streak, and a much deserved easier street. Way to go! Love you, Mum and Dad
We have drunk wine in your honor here in cold and damp France.
You are an amazing woman!
Love.... *susan*
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This is a fun little blurb - it reminded me of your blog - it's about Elsa Dorfman - I think if you read it it will bring you some chuckles.... from here in sunny Cincinnati - Melissa
*PS* You are an inspiration in every sense!!!!!
Yes you CAN and WILL do this! Congrats on the job and the lbs! It's always great to hear non-cancer related good news!
Thinking of you often,
Sarah
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