2nd Day at Home
I saw Erica this afternoon. She looks really good, sitting up in bed and was watching a movie. The hardest part now is just letting everyone take over with the boys and staying in bed. I know she's getting bored. By the end of the visit it was time for another pain pill and in about 30 mins she was ready for her nap. She slept all night last night. She has her first post op appt. on Monday afternoon. Her mom and sister are doing such an awesome job taking over. She is truly blessed to have them both by her side.
How it all began......
Welcome to my website! This site was created by my wonderful friend Angela to keep everyone I love updated on my “Journey” beating Breast Cancer.
I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer on December 19, 2007 @ 4:30 in the afternoon. It was quite possibly the worst phone call I’ve ever received. The doctors kept telling me that I was “too young”… it’s probably just a cyst or a fibroid (benign tumor). So, I had convinced myself of the same. Imagine my shock and fear when the doctor said “I hate to tell you this, but it IS cancer.”
I didn’t really know how to react. At first I cried a little. Then, I was ok. Then cried some more, then, ok. It wasn’t until I saw the surgeon and learned of the best option for survival, a double mastectomy, that I really broke down. I had a meltdown for a couple of days and then I was fine. I’ve been pretty good with it ever since. I know that I can beat this sneaky disease and I will live a long life with the loves of my life; my husband Jason, and my 2 boys, Will & Nathan.
Jason had a hard time at first. He just kept thinking the worst, that I wouldn’t make it. He’s doing much better now that we’ve seen all the doctors and the prognosis is good.
The kids don’t really understand. Will (who’s almost 4) thinks mommy is having an operation, that’s it. Nathan just turned 1 so he just wants to be held all the time. That will be the hardest thing on me. I love to hold my babies and I won’t be able to pick them up for awhile.
Thankfully, my mom, Kathy, has come to the rescue. She is here as long as we need her. I am truly blessed to have such a wonderful mother and family. My sister is coming from Alaska, pregnant and all, to help out too. My dad is coming back soon and Jason’s parents, Rick & Jan along with his whole extended family are just a phone call away if I need them. Unfortunately, my brother, Steve can’t come although he wants to. I even have my friends from Maine that want to come and help! Thank you Christina and Nikki for offering. My friends here, Angela, Oti, Julie & Niki are all on standby also. They’re ready at a moments notice for whatever we need. I love you all, I can’t say how good it makes me feel to be loved.
Everyone I know is praying for us which is so wonderful. I appreciate all the prayers. Only God knows what will happen but I’m confident that he will pull me through.
Anyway, I hope you log on to find out how we’re doing down here in Texas. My surgery is January 9th @ 7:30 a.m. I’ll be in the hospital for 2 nights.
I hope this site can help anyone else who gets this horrible disease, although I pray that none of you ever have to experience it.
Love to all!
Erica
3 comments:
I'm so thrilled to hear all is going well and the news is so good. I'm sure you're getting restless but hang in there. Resting and healing are the most important things you can do right now. You have tons of love and support around you!
Kristen
I am so glad to hear that the results were negative! I am also glad that you are now at home and getting the rest you need to help you recover. There are so many people, including myself and my family, that think of you everyday and are cheering you on during your recovery. Please know that I am here to help you with anything that you need.
Kathy
Erica, I know it has been forever...I just talked to Christina and she told me about your fight with cancer. I can't stop thinking about you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I have no doubt you will win this battle. You were always the strong one in the group. I am so glad you have such a big support system surrounding you. Let them help you. Take good care of yourself..rest and heal. I will be praying for you everyday...Janice
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