It's Your Time To Sparkle

My husband and I met with the Nurse Navigator yesterday. This is a new experience for us. The last time there was no system to walk us thru the process, we just went to each referred doctor to another doctor. This time the Nurse Navigator explained the process and set up several appointments while we were there. She also presented us with a list of resources that even included a licensed oncology counselor.

The rest of this week I will have an MRI and meet with a Genetic Specialist to discuss any heredity issues. Next Monday I will meet with the surgeon, who will advise us of his recommended plan.

In the meantime, all sorts of questions are running through my mind. Because I have been thru this before, the thoughts are not about being afraid. I have a sense of comfort about the process and outcome. Some may think I am in denial, but it was the same as the last time. My faith will take me thru this. One step at a time.

The thoughts are more of: How will this affect my family members and their plans; Will I still be able to take my planned vacations; If I lose my hair again, I wonder how much money will I save on hair products, electricity from not using the hairdryer, no salon expenses…: Should I not purchase new clothes because I will probably lose weight again (of course it has always found me after I lost it). These are odd thoughts for someone that worked in project management when I was in the working world.

I do want to acknowledge how much the comments on here, on social media, and in texts or calls have helped me during these few days since reading my results. Thank you everyone. I pray this blog will help others who have experienced or are experiencing this. Each person reacts and responds differently to situations like this. Know that just because my reaction is what it is, I am here as a sounding board if you need to vent or ask questions.