I'm still smiling from yesterday. Funny to think that the words "I can get a lumpectomy" would ever bring a smile. I just feel so much better about it all knowing that the option is there and will be explored.
So I sent Jacqueline home with Kama this afternoon and put Bailey and I both down for a nap. I was so sleepy. But once I laid down I felt a little wired. I wrapped my arms around my chest in a self-hug and I just smiled, closed my eyes and thought about my whole self being healed. I know that I'll have scars but I am so hopeful that I can also have most of me after the surgery.
I keep replaying Dr. Heerdt over in my mind. And I keep hearing from friends and family how they were praying and meditating and wishing for this with me. It's helping - all that powerful and positive stuff is definitely helping me.
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And now I'm smiling! What a great chapter of a not-so-great novel. (Great blog though...heh heh.) Hug yourself again--for me this time. XXOO, Laurie
what a great way to kick off your august, jenn, with the fantastic news from dr. heerdt and self care at its finest.
please continue on with those hugs on a daily basis. you have always more than deserved it.
xoxo,
~ c
Laurie & Cherie...I'll squeeze Jennifer extra tight today from you both! K
Welcome to the rest of your life! Your attitude is inspiring. My family wishes you all the best. Love, Cara
kama --
thank you! and, would it be too much to ask if you could do this often? ;~)
best,
~ c
SAVE ROOM FOR A FEW HUGS FROM ME! DAD
Hey, can I hug you too???
Love you,
Mommy
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I can't tell you how big the smile is you just gave me after reading your last two posts! Aidan and I send our BIG hugs to you and the rest of the family. Keep smiling... it keeps the rest of us smiling! Love you! Tina
I am reading, and smiling! Amazing...
Thoughts and prayers are with you always although many miles now separate us.
We will one day soon share a hug.
All my love and prayers!
Rose Ann
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