Well, the news of the day is that I had a routine 2 year mammogram done on Monday, and the doctor's secretary just called me back to say that they saw something (a lump? I even forgot to ask which breast), and that they've booked me for an ultrasound Dec 30th to have a better look. Of course, the doctor told me not to worry, and I'm to see him Jan 7th for a followup. The first thought I had was 'what will everyone do without me?' But no one is indispensable and such is life. My sister had a similar scare earlier this year, but she was lucky. I've been having these done since about age 40, simply because we asked the doctor 'why not?'
We're in the middle of a snow storm, L's driving lesson was cancelled and we have some shovelling to look forward to. It'll be good exercise. Wonder if the mailman came? K is loving his new dog tag necklace, with his initials engraved in it. He even went to bed with it. Luckily they ask them to remove all jewellery before gym at school.
Japra, I've included some cookbook reviews in the news below. There's a 'sustainable seafood' one that looks interesting.
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Oh Christine, first hats off to you for being proactive about your health which means that everything will be ok. I have had a similar scare as have a lot of people I know too. You will be in my thoughts.
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I read this and my first thoughts were also "Oh, Christine". I am sure it will be fine. You take such good care of yourself and your family. I am glad that you will be going back soon for another ultrasound, but I wish it were earlier for your peace of mind. I will keep you in my prayers. XO
ReplyDeleteAnd thank you for the cookbook reviews. I will be sure to check them out.
Hey Christine,
ReplyDeleteI am sure you will be fine if they have not seen anything to this point and you do your self exams and have not felt anything and they say more women find things wrong themselves before they go for the mamo. Unfortunately once we turn 40 our bodies change and one of those things is fatty deposits in our breasts. I have 4 of them and when I get my mamo it makes the technologist panic every time so we automatically book my ultra sound at the same time. :o) ~ The upside to this is that with these fatty deposits it actually reduces your risk of cancer so they are a good thing!
We are finally getting snow! The girl had a snow day and hubby gets to use the new snow blower, he is happy as a clam!
Have a great weekend
thanks for the support ladies, you're all so kind.
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