Musings

Monday, 6/20/2011
I did good. Went to my belated GYN appointment - kind of like belated birthday greetings! Nobody wanted to walk with me, so I set out on a different route than the usual, and reappeared at home 1.5 to 2 hrs. later. There was even a little hill work in there. No... I'm not walking my normal speed. Besides, if I did, I'd miss out on the opportunities to "smell the roses".

You know, I have to say one thing I have appreciated about all of the doctors that I have been in contact with of late - not one of them has chastised me for letting things get out of control. It's not about shame and blame, it's about getting things taken care of. Hopefully I will be doing a better job of taking care of myself in the future.

Tuesday, 6/21/11
Didn't sleep so well last night. Guess I'll try to get to bed early..

First follow-up to Dr. C. He (like the other physicians who have seen my post-surgical breast) thinks that it looks good. Not what I call pretty or looking good, but don't they say that all good things take time? I'll have to trust and be patient. Some of you might say "You patient?"

Sensation is increasing, which is not exactly comfortable, but a good sign.I got my last steri-strip off today. I'll probably have weekly visits for a little while longer, and it will take time to get things reconstructed like we want. I may not go out and buy any fancy bras for now, because things will keep a-changin'. Perhaps bra-stuffing is an option. Here's where those offers of tissue donation may be needed after all - Misshapen breast can be compensated for...

Another great walk - a new route. It was a lovely sunny day. I'm constantly looking for landscaping ideas as I have a couple of works in progress. I have another different route planned for tomorrow - can't wait.