Pre-Mastectomy Party in my honor

JMP287

As I embark this journey, my family & friends decided it would be a great idea to put together a dinner party in my honor taking place tomorrow. Goal: To send me off with great wishes, prayer, and all the support I need. I agreed!  

 What started off as a intimate dinner for about 25 turned into renting a hall, catering and more than 100 people attending. I am overwhelmed with all the love & support I have received, and the effort everyone has put forward to make this a memoriable event.

 I am just wondering how I will hold it together. Ever since August 27th, I have been on an emotional roller coaster, numb, and extremely sensitive. Trying to stay positive and have a "kick-ass" attitude, but this has been very difficult. First Lupus, now this. smh 

 Has anyone else had a pre-op event?  

Denise-G

Wow, no, didn't have a pre-op event, but I think it is a great idea!  You will be emotional and that's okay.  Receive all the love you can and let the tears flow!   Love and prayers your way!

JMP287

Thank you!! I want to believe I can do this. Just the thought makes my tears flow. Prayers my pal 

JamieB86

Sounds like you are loved. Enjoy it.

NSJ2

I wish you all the best in your surgery and it's outcome, JMP. You'll do great. It's inspiring that your loving caring friends and family had that event for you. You are well loved for good reason. Having that support and love makes all the difference. Lean on them (and God if thats okay to say) when you need it. 

Much love and good thoughts for you.

NSJ2

proudtospin

I know of a woman who wore a red hat to her surgery, just so the surgeon would know not to mess with her that she was one strong chick!

 best of luck and you have great pals with an...off sense of humor maybe~~

glostagirl

Women on the reconstruction threads have mentioned having "boudoir" photos taken pre-mastectomy, as a way to remember and honor their original girls.

JoanQuilts

I am so happy you have the love and support of so many.  Enjoy your party!

Where in New Jersey are you?  Come join other NJ gals at our very own thread:

http://community.breastcancer.org/forum/6/topic/784781?page=10#idx_300 

Joan

Mom_To_Three

I think that is a wonderful idea! I totally understand your fear of being emotional, though. It definitely will be, but I also think everyone there will understand. It's emotional for them, too.

I am also glad to see there is someone else out there like me opting for the BMX with a DCIS diagnosis. I am strongly leaning towards that surgery as well. I meet with a radiologist consult Monday and a plastic surgeon Tuesday. I'm just making sure to touch all bases before I make my final decision, but each day I am feeling more confident in the BMX route.

Best of luck to you! 

JMP287

Thanks so much everyone. I did it. I made it through the event, and it was a total success, minus all the boxes of tissues. lol I could not believe how packed this hall was, how much food, drinks, entertainment there was, A table in my honor, favors, gifts, sweets table, you name it, it was there.

As I stood in front of everyone, to give my speech, and thank them, I literally choked inside, I swallowed my tears and made sure I never ever looked up, or took my eyes off my sheet, but as I spoke, I heard sobbing from every angle, I was just a mess. BUT I did it, I was able to deliver my message and let them know just how grateful I am. 

As we slowly approach the big day (BMX) I am finding myself more and more afraid....but then I think about how blessed I am, how much my girls need me, and how much each and everyone in that room was there for one reason and one reason only, to help me fight!

Best of luck prayers and positive thoughts to all of you, and to Mom of Three, I understand! 

LAstar

So wonderful!  Realizing the depth and breadth of my community has been the real silver lining of this whole experience.  It's amazing how cancer can make is feel so lucky sometimes.