July 26, 2022 I was not sure if I was going to continue to blog; however, after a series of events, I have decided to continue with sharing my thoughts with anyone who might be interested. The reasons for this decision will unfold throughout this post, but first an update on how life is 15Continue reading “Church, Cotten & COVID”
Tag Archives: Preventative Hysterectomy
Vert. The. Ferk?
12-13-2021 As I prepared for my third and final surgery within 12 months, I thought…. I have made it through two surgeries thus far, this one should be a piece of cake. I had waffled back and forth with the decision to do the fat transfer. I was not thrilled with how my foobs hadContinue reading “Vert. The. Ferk?”
Awareness Rising
9-28-2021 With summer officially ending, the month of September focused on raising awareness of Ovarian and other Hereditary Cancers, followed by October raising awareness for Breast Cancer, I have found myself in quite the reflective mood. I have pondered what my existence was like before finding out I carry the BRCA1 mutation (which was exactlyContinue reading “Awareness Rising”
THIS IS BRCA POSITIVE!
August 2, 2021 It’s been 4 months since my Double Mastectomy. I am happy to report that I continue to heal and am doing quite well. Thankfully my recovery has gone as smoothly as it has, because approximately 2 weeks into it, we found out my husband has a rare bone disease called Kienbock’s Disease. Continue reading “THIS IS BRCA POSITIVE!”
Shields Up
1-11-2021 Happy New Year! Although the holidays were different for many, I hope love and optimism found their way into your homes throughout the holiday season. There is nothing more precious than the love of those you hold dear and no star brighter than the one of hope. I am currently 4 weeks and 5Continue reading “Shields Up”
Hot Blooded
12-17-2020 A week ago today I had my uterus, cervix, ovaries and fallopian tubes removed. All in all, the surgery wasn’t awful and recovery is going as well as I could hope for. I had a fabulous surgical team and I have a strong support system at home. I consider myself lucky on both accountsContinue reading “Hot Blooded”
Prepping for a Shit Show
Prepping for a Shit Show 12-13-2020 Good early morning! Since I can’t sleep, I figured it is a good time to write. I successfully made it through surgery and wanted to take this opportunity to chat about the day of prepping prior to surgery. I will follow up with an additional post abut the actualContinue reading “Prepping for a Shit Show”
Eviction Eve
Eviction Eve December 9, 2020 It has been an interesting 5 weeks, but it is finally Hysterectomy (Eviction) Eve. I think I am as prepared as I could possibly be. I have been stressing about this for so long, that reality feels more surreal than anything. Surgery is scheduled for 7:30 tomorrow morning. Since theContinue reading “Eviction Eve”
So Close…..Psych!
11-02-2020 Today is supposed to be my day to prep for surgery. Unfortunately, 2020 continues to show me who is in charge. You see, 13 days ago Jim and Jacob set out and a once in a life adventure. They loaded up two vehicles with 4 other guys and headed west to Colorado. Before youContinue reading “So Close…..Psych!”
Pink or Teal Worthy?
10-23-2020 Happy Friday! I have a very long list of things I wanted to get done today. Writing this blog post was on my list, but I wanted to get some things related to life and the world of Tallulah’s Diner (my first published Children’s book) done first. Instead of knocking those things off myContinue reading “Pink or Teal Worthy?”
A River Girl's Reflections on Life with BRCA1 