My dear friend had a lumpectomy today to remove any vestiges of the cancer that was found on biopsy. The best news was that the sentinel nodes were negative for tumor. She'll start undergoing radiation treatment when the surgical incisions heal. After the next 2-3 months, finishing up the radiation series, she'll probably (I hope) not have any further problems. BUT (there's always a "but"), as with all of us survivors, she'll always know that there was cancer in her body, and even with clear exams from now on, that knowledge will always go with her.
Frankly, it's a pain in the butt! I hate having to always check "yes" in the "cancer" box on those physical exam forms. And even your children have to change their medical histories to reflect that their mother has had breast cancer. Having said that, it's a relief to get those clear check-ups every six months.
Today was our out-to-lunch day with the X-Ticks, that crazy bunch of creative people, ex-office-holders, artists, and some who are both. This bunch surely proves that Laughter is good for whatever ails you.
Today's picture should give you a smile. This little guy came to visit me in the Pueblo Bonita parking lot in Chaco Canyon.
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