Seriously, what would I do without all of you? I would not eat such delicious food, read such wonderful books and magazines. I wouldn't be able to stay as warm and cozy (thanks to work for the most recent bag of goodies, including two snuggly blankets - I know there are so many of you out there that wanted to order them from the infomercial and were too afraid!). I wouldn't be able to take as many sanity breaks without all the babysitting from Mom, Rich, Sue, Jeff and Tessa. Thanks to my dad for paying such close attention to the medical details. And to my sister who has sent so many wonderful gifts to help me through. All the snuggly sleepwear has been wonderful too! I would NEVER be so sane without the endless love and support and compassion from Jason, really this is what marriage is all about.
Tomorrow brings my first boob fill (kind of like getting your acrylic nails filled I guess?) and yes, I'm getting my hair cut really short to transition into my new look. I'll post a picture to Facebook and here so you all can experience the transition with me. I feel pretty optimistic about things at the moment. I spoke with three breast cancer buddies today. Each has her own very unique experience but I was able to absorb some great energy from each of them and I feel so empowered to approach the beginning of chemo with a strong will and a determination I didn't know I had in me. I will NOT walk into the hospital terrified of experiencing all the side effects. One of my new friends told me today, chemo is 6 months. She pointed out that I was pregnant for 10 months x 2 and this is only 6 months so I can totally handle it. It was such a great thing to point out and I really do think it's helping me mentally.
Time to put Talia to bed now, more later. Promise!
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oh you just continue to amaze me - talk about support from the village - YOU are the support for the village. Being your Mom just gets better and better even through this most difficult time in all of our lives. Love you so much, Mom
ReplyDeleteWhoops I made a mistake. When I enetered the above comment I didn't realize Jen hadn't signed out so it was posted as being sent from Jen. It's really me, Tamara, aka Mom, sending the above posted comment. Oh My.
ReplyDeleteyour attitude and your reaching out are wonderful! look at it this way, you get the boob size of choice, now! oy.
ReplyDeleteyou have a wonderful attitude...a true inspiration to all of us. your grace and strength through all of this, just amazing.
ReplyDeleteI think that's one of the reasons why kids handle chemo so well- they don't have the expectation of "side effects." The chemo is going to get in there and kill the cancer. Everything else is temporary.
ReplyDeleteKeep up the great attitude!