Prayers for Me

It's been quite a while since posting and, because so many are connected through Facebook, it seemed a good time to take a break from my journal.

Now I'm back and feeling strange in asking for prayers for me!  Posting in the journal will allow me to concentrate on what I'll need to do to fight this ugly cancer that has invaded my body.  About a month ago I found a lump in my breast and didn't pay much attention to it since I've been lifting, packing boxes, painting and other things in preparation for the sale of our condo.  Another reason to not be concerned was a clear mammogram in November and another 'no lumps' exam by my gynecologist in January.  Every year, faithfully, I go through this same routine and have never had an abnormal result.  This is why it's so important to do a self exam, at least, once a week while in the shower.  The wheels of progress turn slowly while waiting for appointments and tests to be done and results to be given, but on Friday, June 26th, it was confirmed I have a cancerous tumor.

As of today, Sunday the 28th, I have very little information and will start my quest for direction on Monday.  We saw Ed's oncologist a week ago and asked if he would take care of me, if needed.  He explained their circle of oncologists have expertise in specific types of cancer and he would connect me with the best.  I have total confidence in these doctors and surgeons – they are affliated with Sloan-Kettering in NY…. absolutely the best.

I know I'll be in good hands and with the love, support, hugs and prayers from everyone…. I'll be good as new.