Tag Archives: love

my awesome friends

Posted on December 28, 2011 by carla

So now I know I was on the right track with my earlier post which has incidentally proven to be shall we say  slightly locally controversial…I have yet to understand why my opinions can be like lightning rods.  I am … Continue reading →

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…time for a little spirit of the season, perhaps?

Posted on November 29, 2011 by carla

It is the season of magic and miracles, so here’s a little visual seasonal cheer to get you all into the Christmas Spirit.   Believing in a little magic of the season is a good thing….and it’s the magic of ordinary … Continue reading →

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there but for the grace of God go I

Posted on October 18, 2011 by carla

Today I had a follow-up with my surgeon.  Once again my sweet man and I made the trek to Philadelphia in the afternoon.  I have been going long enough that I have started to recognize the faces:  the newly diagnosed, … Continue reading →

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a baker’s dozen: 13 down 22 to go

Posted on August 11, 2011 by carla

Well another one done and stick a needle in me, I am about done for the week.  Between doing the radiation shuffle (which would be so awful without my gal pals), feeling so tired that I feel nauseous (and I … Continue reading →

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more things breast cancer…and a little shawn colvin

Posted on June 20, 2011 by carla

I did my best to manage my stress today and actually ended the day feeling more productive than it began.   I am still having swelling and pain as my darn surgical sites heal, and can I mention for a change … Continue reading →

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a couple of clouds on a sunny day

Posted on May 25, 2011 by carla

Today is a weird one.  First there was the call from my surgeon’s office that they had not yet received my written surgery clearance from my primary care’s office.    So I called my primary care and said I don’t want to whine … Continue reading →

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rainy day…busy brain

Posted on May 17, 2011 by carla

It’s another rainy day and while great for my herbs newly planted in my garden, it’s making me a little mopey.  Not bad mopey – my head is just a bit crowded.  My Nurse Navigator called.  Apparently they don’t feel … Continue reading →

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happy birthday to me…

Posted on May 14, 2011 by carla

d1, a photo by mainlineclicks on Flickr. So maybe this year my birthday is just more awesome – truthfully the best ever…. or I am more aware of the gifts we have in this world and grateful for the love … Continue reading →

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breathe….just breathe

Posted on May 12, 2011 by carla

I can breathe….1 lump 3.5 to 4 cm stage 2 – lumpectomy , maybe node removal depending on what sentinel node shows surgery day.  Tamoxifen   for five years.  I don’t know if I am thrilled about reading the list of side effects however … Continue reading →

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women journal…

Posted on May 11, 2011 by carla

I discovered a new blog yesterday – after five years – it’s blogger, Lauren, in truth discovered me first and left me a comment: i loved reading your blog, here is what i made my mantra…longevity trumps cosmetics…it helped me keep focus. … Continue reading →

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