((((Red)))). I'm really sorry for the diagnosis. Hang in there and, as Oak suggested, read lots and consider carefully.
((((Red)))). I'm really sorry for the diagnosis. Hang in there and, as Oak suggested, read lots and consider carefully.
Live with intention. Walk to the edge. Listen hard. Practice wellness. Play with abandon. Laugh. Choose with no regret. Continue to learn. Appreciate your friends. Do what you love. Live as if this is all there is.
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I was so hoping that this thread being active meant there was good news for you. Take your time - it does sound like you have that - in considering your options. Hugs.
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I'm sorry about the diagnosis, but I'm glad they caught it early.
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I am sorry you got this news, but you are correct, it's the best of the bad news.
From what I know, making these decisions can be extremely difficult. Please take your time, and while it sounds like you are at a great hospital, think about getting a second opinion, or third, even. Like maybe at Dana Farber? You're so close, it wouldn't hurt.
Because I have no personal experience with this, anything I can say seems silly. But, feel free to PM if you need to vent.
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Nothing anyone's said sounds silly! Thank you all for your concern and helpful advice. I will be weighing all options, but first I need to get the MRI to see what they are. It could be just a little more needs to come out, and we save the breast, but I'm preparing for more, just in case. With the way this year has been, I'd better prepare.
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More hugs to you, Red!!! Your attitude throughout this has been inspiring.
Live with intention. Walk to the edge. Listen hard. Practice wellness. Play with abandon. Laugh. Choose with no regret. Continue to learn. Appreciate your friends. Do what you love. Live as if this is all there is.
--Mary Anne Radmacher
Oh ((((Red)))), I just saw this; but if you have to have the CA, then this is the best that could happen it sounds like. Dang, I'm so mad this has happened to you! But, I know this will get better. I've been thinking lately that I wish the internet would let me express myself in situations like this a lot better. Suffice it to say, that I'm pulling for you!
I feel your love.I'm actually not mad that this is happening to me, but I do feel a little more road rage-y on the bike these days. But, who better to take out my frustrations on than people in cars doing stupid things? I guess they're good for something after all.
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'85 Eddy Merckx Professional, Selle An Atomica
'10 Soma Double Cross DC, Selle An Atomica
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Ah, what a bummer, Red...I was really hoping it would turn out to be nothing. But so glad you got it checked out and found early. I definitely second crankin's recommendation to get a second opinion. Do your research, consider all your options, and you will make the decision that is right for you.
Hugs...
Emily
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