Went in for my first office fill today. Whooo hoooo....
I have to admit I was worried - I think I have been reading to much info on the internet about how painfull this is...
The doc gave me 100cc fill...I did not feel the needle and the fill made my back hurt some ...but I am growing....the results look great. I am very relieved. Right now I have WONDER boobs...hard as rocks !
They will soften out with time and when I do the implant exchange later this year.
I think I will go to Vinny in NOLA to get my tats as well (google Vinny 3D breast tattos)
Pain is relevant to me now.
Anyway my hubby made an observation that I need to share. For years he has been begging me to get my ears pierced ..I have a pair of diamond earing wating for me if I do this....... and I always put it off.....I know how much it hurts and the healing. He said with all you have had to go thru in the last year I find it funny you are afraid to get your ears pierced.
Needles dont scare me unless they are going in my ear lobes. (shudder)
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
What I am doing !
Most of my work friends ask me what I have been doing with my time. When I am not going to doctor apointments this is a list of what I have done:
Clean and rearrange my large butlers pantry - a two day job - it looks amazing now btw.
Clean on various kitchen cabinets
Clean my guest room/move furniture - change linens...ready for company !
Clean (really clean) Gracies room and bathroom
Shop with my daughter for school stuff
Clean out my closet/drawers
Clean my living room and dining room
Buy new lamp and door matt - this took all day as I like to look for just the right piece
Brought various items to goodwill - ongoing
Made homemade dog treats for Trixie !
Send all my wigs/scarves/hats to a friend and Miles Perrett Cancer center
Things still on my to do list:
Refinish Desk ***** this is high on my list but I am waiting till it gets cool so I can do it in the garage)
Clean on linen closet
Clean out a few drawers in kitchen
Clean out garage and outside storage (will wait till it gets cooler)
Clean out front flower beds - I may pay some one to finish this. To hot and to many wasps and biting bugs.
Clean out chest with all my parents photos/paperwork - mail to various siblings and relatives.
Throw out old pots and dried up plants in the back of my house.
Clean Allens office - I think I need an atomic bomb for this
Of course I have been having fun with Gracie and enjoying time with her that I never had before...what a blessing that has been.
Allen has been on days off for four weeks, so it has been nice to hang out with him. We never had that relaxing kind of time before...and it has been nice. We have done quite a bit of cooking...so my freezer is full to the brim. He is leaving in a few more weeks so I will time to get some more things done. But I will really miss him as I have gotten used to having breakfest and not having to rush off to work. It is the little things for sure.
Medically - I feel better every day - I have to be careful not to overdo as my chest muscles will pay for it...looking forward to a 2nd fill on Wednesday and hope that the pain will be minimal.
I am also going in for an upper GI test on Monday....mostly because of the cancer gene in my family and the fact the all the meds I have to take have really messed with me.
Say a few prayers for my brother Brian - he is fighting stomach cancer and the chemo is really kicking him.
So that is what I have been doing...
Clean and rearrange my large butlers pantry - a two day job - it looks amazing now btw.
Clean on various kitchen cabinets
Clean my guest room/move furniture - change linens...ready for company !
Clean (really clean) Gracies room and bathroom
Shop with my daughter for school stuff
Clean out my closet/drawers
Clean my living room and dining room
Buy new lamp and door matt - this took all day as I like to look for just the right piece
Brought various items to goodwill - ongoing
Made homemade dog treats for Trixie !
Send all my wigs/scarves/hats to a friend and Miles Perrett Cancer center
Things still on my to do list:
Refinish Desk ***** this is high on my list but I am waiting till it gets cool so I can do it in the garage)
Clean on linen closet
Clean out a few drawers in kitchen
Clean out garage and outside storage (will wait till it gets cooler)
Clean out front flower beds - I may pay some one to finish this. To hot and to many wasps and biting bugs.
Clean out chest with all my parents photos/paperwork - mail to various siblings and relatives.
Throw out old pots and dried up plants in the back of my house.
Clean Allens office - I think I need an atomic bomb for this
Of course I have been having fun with Gracie and enjoying time with her that I never had before...what a blessing that has been.
Allen has been on days off for four weeks, so it has been nice to hang out with him. We never had that relaxing kind of time before...and it has been nice. We have done quite a bit of cooking...so my freezer is full to the brim. He is leaving in a few more weeks so I will time to get some more things done. But I will really miss him as I have gotten used to having breakfest and not having to rush off to work. It is the little things for sure.
Medically - I feel better every day - I have to be careful not to overdo as my chest muscles will pay for it...looking forward to a 2nd fill on Wednesday and hope that the pain will be minimal.
I am also going in for an upper GI test on Monday....mostly because of the cancer gene in my family and the fact the all the meds I have to take have really messed with me.
Say a few prayers for my brother Brian - he is fighting stomach cancer and the chemo is really kicking him.
So that is what I have been doing...
Saturday, August 18, 2012
I am healing
It has been 4 weeks since I left work. I must say the rest/no stress has done wonders for me.
My neuropathy is almost gone with the wind. I am loving it. It does show me what stress does to you when you are trying to heal. I really should have taken a long medical leave while I was doing chemo. I think by working it took a toll on my health. There are days when I sleep 10 hours. My body needs it. I am lucky to be able to sleep with out drugs. I can say I am healing.
I dont miss the work, but I do miss my Whit friends. The Whitney I knew is gone, and I was very lucky to get the good package from Hancock so that I can heal and get my reconstruction.
Speaking of recon...it is not for sissys. It has been painful I will not lie. But what is pain, it is all relative when you think of what I have been thru this past year
Tissue expanders feel like concrete blocks with hard edges. When you move the edges dig into your muscle sending them into spasms. They give you meds for that, but really you dont need them. I find it if do not over do it (lifting, bending, stretching) - that I dont need the meds. I love the results so far and that keeps me going, seeing the end in sight.
Allen has been home and it has been great to spend time together. People ask me what have you been doing all this time. It is hard to say, but shopping, cooking, reading, and really just enjoying the small stuff that I never had time for while I was working.
It is a raining Saturday morning and I am enjoying a nice cup of coffee, no place to go or errands to run as I was able to do all those during the week. Nice,
I know I will have to go back to work sooner or later - but it is nice to take the time to heal.
My neuropathy is almost gone with the wind. I am loving it. It does show me what stress does to you when you are trying to heal. I really should have taken a long medical leave while I was doing chemo. I think by working it took a toll on my health. There are days when I sleep 10 hours. My body needs it. I am lucky to be able to sleep with out drugs. I can say I am healing.
I dont miss the work, but I do miss my Whit friends. The Whitney I knew is gone, and I was very lucky to get the good package from Hancock so that I can heal and get my reconstruction.
Speaking of recon...it is not for sissys. It has been painful I will not lie. But what is pain, it is all relative when you think of what I have been thru this past year
Tissue expanders feel like concrete blocks with hard edges. When you move the edges dig into your muscle sending them into spasms. They give you meds for that, but really you dont need them. I find it if do not over do it (lifting, bending, stretching) - that I dont need the meds. I love the results so far and that keeps me going, seeing the end in sight.
Allen has been home and it has been great to spend time together. People ask me what have you been doing all this time. It is hard to say, but shopping, cooking, reading, and really just enjoying the small stuff that I never had time for while I was working.
It is a raining Saturday morning and I am enjoying a nice cup of coffee, no place to go or errands to run as I was able to do all those during the week. Nice,
I know I will have to go back to work sooner or later - but it is nice to take the time to heal.
Saturday, August 11, 2012
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Recon Part FOUR
Well I got the drains out today, doc said I was healing well and to lay low for
the next few days...so the drain holes can heal...then in two weeks I get
another fill - whoo hoo ! I am on the way. He said I was doing well...I do feel great except for a little tired. BUT I am loving the results so far...and I am wearing a sports bra again and it looks good.........so will continue to keep you updated.
I have been cooking quite a bit since it is the one thing I can do right now. Tonight is chicken penne with sundried tomatoes and portebello mushrooms....I will post the recipe if it turns out.
Gracie and Allen have been great about doing all the heavy duty stuff (vaccum and laundry etc) - so I think that helps with the healing to.
I have really enjoyed being home with both of them the last two week and I have been able to spend some qaulity time with both of them... The stress edge has been taken off.
My good friends at Whit have been calling and texting, that helps to and makes me feel good (and missed)
I got my hair cut and colored Saturday - that was a big pick me up and I am feeling good about the new look. I am not blonde anymore...so it is taking some getting used to ! I will post a pic as soon as I get one.
I have been cooking quite a bit since it is the one thing I can do right now. Tonight is chicken penne with sundried tomatoes and portebello mushrooms....I will post the recipe if it turns out.
Gracie and Allen have been great about doing all the heavy duty stuff (vaccum and laundry etc) - so I think that helps with the healing to.
I have really enjoyed being home with both of them the last two week and I have been able to spend some qaulity time with both of them... The stress edge has been taken off.
My good friends at Whit have been calling and texting, that helps to and makes me feel good (and missed)
I got my hair cut and colored Saturday - that was a big pick me up and I am feeling good about the new look. I am not blonde anymore...so it is taking some getting used to ! I will post a pic as soon as I get one.
Friday, August 3, 2012
Recon 101 part 3
Well I am stuck with the drains for another week. Arrrggggghhhh
They wont pull them untill the are draining less than 20ml in 24 hours. I am about 35 ml. I go back Tuesday for another look see - but I honestly have not seen a decrease yet. UGH. Iam so ready for them to come out...as the drains are really not comfortable.
I am running out of flowing clothes to wear and I am getting cabin fever. I have to admit, I am a little bored. I have been looking at jobs to see what is "out there"...but I know I need to finish the healing process with the reconstruction.
You can only watch so much TV and I cant do any lifting or bending etc yet. So it is not like I can cook or organize or do anything useful around the house. Thank goodness for my pc and a few games to pass the time.
The results look great so far, so I am getting excited about the whole process.
On Sunday I am going to get a little trim and color (maybe) for my hair - surely that will lift my spirts.
I had to go off my diet during the recovery process, but should be able to start again next week or the week after.
Hope every one has a great weekend....take time to hug your loved ones and let them know how much they mean to you.
They wont pull them untill the are draining less than 20ml in 24 hours. I am about 35 ml. I go back Tuesday for another look see - but I honestly have not seen a decrease yet. UGH. Iam so ready for them to come out...as the drains are really not comfortable.
I am running out of flowing clothes to wear and I am getting cabin fever. I have to admit, I am a little bored. I have been looking at jobs to see what is "out there"...but I know I need to finish the healing process with the reconstruction.
You can only watch so much TV and I cant do any lifting or bending etc yet. So it is not like I can cook or organize or do anything useful around the house. Thank goodness for my pc and a few games to pass the time.
The results look great so far, so I am getting excited about the whole process.
On Sunday I am going to get a little trim and color (maybe) for my hair - surely that will lift my spirts.
I had to go off my diet during the recovery process, but should be able to start again next week or the week after.
Hope every one has a great weekend....take time to hug your loved ones and let them know how much they mean to you.
Sunday, July 29, 2012
Recon 101 - Part 2
What a difference a few days can make. I am feeling much better today and the pain is gone. I still have muscle spasms if I try to do to much. I have trouble sleeping because I have to sleep on my back, but small price to pay in all this.
I go back to Dr Delatte (my plastic surgeon) on Tuesday - I am hoping he can pull my drains at that time. I have to say I am very pleased with the results so far, and this is just the beginning. So I am really looking forward to the final results.
Allen made it home from Iraq and I am looking forward to spending some time with him.
A very good friend and former coworker of mine passed away this week. She was in her mid 40s and just a beautiful soul, inside and out. They think it was a heart attack. Rest in peace sweet Collette, so many people will miss you. Another reason to take this day and make it wonderful. Every day is a gift to us and we never know when we will go home. Life is short - we need to enjoy !
More updates in a few days !
I go back to Dr Delatte (my plastic surgeon) on Tuesday - I am hoping he can pull my drains at that time. I have to say I am very pleased with the results so far, and this is just the beginning. So I am really looking forward to the final results.
Allen made it home from Iraq and I am looking forward to spending some time with him.
A very good friend and former coworker of mine passed away this week. She was in her mid 40s and just a beautiful soul, inside and out. They think it was a heart attack. Rest in peace sweet Collette, so many people will miss you. Another reason to take this day and make it wonderful. Every day is a gift to us and we never know when we will go home. Life is short - we need to enjoy !
More updates in a few days !
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