Yesterday, I saw a lymphedema specialist yesterday to deal with yet another side effect of breast cancer treatment. Because I am a Curious George, I had a slew of questions for her, mainly about how (if) I can get rid of this lymphedema. And if I can get rid of it, then how. And if how then what I need to do to prevent a recurrence. She sent me to The Yoga Room.
Adventure/Travel
Home Sweet Home
After a week of breast cancer treatment, there is nothing like coming home…home sweet home.
Preparation as Protection
I feel like the luckiest girl in the world (aside from breast cancer, of course).
One of the reasons that I feel so fortunate is that I live in Santa Barbara, one of the most beautiful places on earth. When I say beautiful, I mean spectacular.
However, it is a fire zone. And an earthquake zone. GULP. BUT,the Silver Lining is that we are now equipped with the knowledge and supplies to help protect us in the event that something (another GULP) happens.
Down on the Farm: Simply Outstanding
After a week of being poked, prodded, stretched and contorted (thank you, breast cancer!), the timing to relax in a beautiful environment, with delicious food and amazing people was impeccable.
Outstanding in the Field lived up to its incredible reputation. If you have the opportunity to participate in one of these events, don’t walk…RUN!
Packing Prep
Tomorrow, I am leaving for a girls trip to New York. Yippppeeeeee! This is my one week of freedom from any type of breast cancer treatment or appointments. It took a great deal of time and energy to focus my chemo cluttered mind on packing and planning. Time well spent!
Bambino Adventure: Alisal Ranch
Our daughter (a/k/a Finally Five) has not been herself lately, in all likelihood a combination of being fed up with my breast cancer (aren’t we all?) and being on the verge of a big developmental shift. I decided that now was as good a time as any to make a withdrawal from my Energy Bank and go on an overnight Mommy trip to the Alisal Ranch in Solvang, California. After a glorious day, I reflected on the quantity and quality of Silver Linings in my life.
Less Rabbit, More Hare
After a long six months of breast cancer induced fatigue, feeling an inkling of energy in the past few days has been a Silver Lining. However, what I learned after a day of too much too fast, the faster I go now, the longer recovery will take.
Happy Hoppy!
Wishing you a happy, Silver-Lined Easter (if you celebrate it)!
Life is an Adventure
Life is an Adventure. Take your Attitude!
Brookside Adventures: Santa Ynez
An adventure to the Santa Ynez valley was a Silver Lining addition to my week of breast cancer misery. Words cannot aptly describe the transition from the chemo pit of despair to a place of pure joy filled from animals, fresh air, sunshine, and friends.