The news yesterday really was that there wasn't any news. Everything is still on course.
There was, however, a sea change.
The effect on both Kitten and me is that we can see a clear path through. Naturally, there will be twists and turns, but we can see daylight.
What was pivotal for me was the frank and positive attitude of the surgeon. He seemed very confident of achieving the best possible results. There was also further praise for me from the way that I was approaching things, my general levels of health and how well I had come through chemotherapy. There was surprise that I was back in the gym, but it was encouraged. I was also given a physiotherapy test of pacing between cones placed 10m apart where I did 4 times better than anyone else who had taken the test that day. I have to smile though, because I don't think that the competition will have been too hot.
The salient points from this are that I am well positioned to get myself in a good frame to approach the operatoin and, whilst I am not dependant on praise, these are unchartered waters so praise has a supporting and uplifting effect.
We talked with the surgeon about the operation yesterday and I was given fact sheets about both the procedure and the recovery. It doesn't make for pleasant reading, but it is a means to an end.
I will post information about the operation process at a later date but wil shelve thoughts about it for a while and concentrate on enjoying the gap in treatment and looking forward to our week's holiday (starting Sunday 13th). There is also the World Cup to enjoy and plenty of work to catch up on.
All in all, the next six to eight weeks should fly by, before we get down to the real business.
The Path of Self-Healing
Woods that part to beckon us in
Trees that bark the wolves howling winds
Banshees who cry in a cacophonous din
Rains that lash through the thickest of skins
A sword of steel can temper your fears
A majestic stallion can bring your home near
A rising sun brings the path into view
But confronting your pain is the quickest way through
The praise is well deserved. Your strength and attitude are fantastic, as is having Kitten being so strong and positive. You have the support of a loving family, fanastic friends and even people who only know of your situation, behind you. So I'll keep the Champagne on ice but with a few tins of peaches on the way. Love Cymraes and Grumpy.
ReplyDeleteYou can't beat a Welsh Mam and Dad :-)
ReplyDeleteTinned peaches, yum!