It's amazing how much there is to do when you are planning not to be able to do much. Yesterday I got my flu shot and a shingles shot. With flu season coming up and anticipating chemo, I didn't want to take any chances on catching these preventable illnesses when my resistance is low. Today, after work I went to the hospital to pre-check in, got my teeth cleaned, created a grocery list of supplies during my recovery, got in a good 3 mile walk and began to rearrange my bathroom area to put items within easy reach. It was a good, productive day.
Tomorrow I will be fitted for post surgery garment and afterwards will have my first appointment with the oncologist. I've still got lab work to get done early next week, get my house really clean and ready and then, wait for the big day - one week from tomorrow.
I think I'm about as prepared as a person can be for the surgery and initial recovery. I'm trying not to think too far ahead about the chemotherapy and the subsequent effects from that horrible process. One thing at a time. It seems so much less overwhelming when I focus on small pieces of the process rather than look at it as a whole.
I'm feeling healthy and strong and I'm confident that I'm doing all I can to prepare for the months ahead. I can't emphasize enough how grateful I am to have all of my family and friends supporting me through all of this and your prayers are welcomed and appreciated.
That's it for now - just a checking in blog to keep the dialogue alive.
Hugs!
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