MI Survivors

Hi all-

Denise you're right this thread has been very quite for a while now.

I heard from Nancy, she's been busy with her job and house so that's probably why she's been AWOL.

On the Detroit Race for the Cure site there are pictures posted of the race. Debbie and rockysmom there are some real nice ones of you two and there's a couple of my granddaughters too.

I'm going to try to post a link to the pics, don't know if it will work with this new board format:

www.detroitrftc.dotphoto.com/CPListAlbums.asp 

Hope everyone is doing well.

Mary

I did not think that I am computer challenged..but I guess I am.  I cannot figure out how to get onto the website...unless I ask for my password  and then can only log in as a SecretUser.  If you can help Not Me...please email me directly at ChrisFromOxford@charter.net.  In the meanwhile....I have been reviewing some of the pictures from our outings over the past few years...I  miss everyone.  We need to meet... tried to get a picnic together but that did not work out.  How 'bout a luncheon?  Ladies? 

Faith - Oh my gosh - TWINS - how exciting for all of you. Can't wait to see pictures! Glad your get together was a success.

COSI are you talking about COSI in Columbus? Cause we have one in Toledo OH. Will try to get back in chat room - it's a little overwhelming for me I'm not a fast typer and I have a hard time keeping up w/ all the chatter.  lol

Not Me - I had to re-register but got to keep same names. Hope you can find us soon. Good job on trying to arrange a picnic sorry it did not work out. I'm game for a luncheon.

Susie - I will try chat room again so we can have a personal chat. I hope you don't think I blew you off I just wasn't sure what I was doing - first timer. Please feel free to PM me anytime. Hope all is well for you.

Judy rockysmom - I resent pictures did you get them? How are you feeling? Hope you are healing and moving forward.

hugs to everyone

WingGirl

Hello, sisters.  You're right, Faith.  I have been so busy I haven't had time for breakfast, much less email.  And, my computer is on the blink.  I'm sitting in my husband's office, stealing his--he won't mind, I know.

I've been working outside like a maniac.  I hve gotten all the things done that we planned to do since we moved in.  The place is beginning to look very nice, actually.

I'd love to do a get together.  After the 19th of October I will be back from Charleston SC.  The friend who loaned me her bedroom when I had my mastectomy invited me down for r&r and I'm leaving Saturday morning.

Haven't time to catch up on everybody, but hugs to you all.

Hi all!

I've been AWOL for a bit. I'm recovering with meds and therapy from a bout with depression. But we are moved into our new house and while there are still boxes to unpack they're all in the basement. Sadly, we've been dealing with more sad stuff at my house as my FIL passed away 3 weeks ago. DH is doing okay, as am I but it seems like there's been so much to handle this year! 

Thanks, Nancy, for the head's up about the get together. Sadly, I'm already booked for the 28th. MIL is coming to celebrate her birthday. We're doing everything we possibly can to make sure she's got all the support she needs while she adjusts to being alone, so much as I'd love to see you, I'll have to wait until next time.

Love you all!

Anne

Hi All:

Good to "see" everyone.  Regarding the get together - if it is on that weekend, I won't be able to make it b/c I will be returning from Chicago on Monday 29th.  If it is another time, let me know.

Hugs,

Pat

A quick hello to all!

I've been neglecting my favorite sites for awhile.........glad to hear from so many of you!

I'll have to let you know on the get together on the 28th., We'll be leaving that Tuesday for AZ for my Son's wedding!  

I so hope I can make it!

Hugs,

Denise

p.s.  Anne:  Thanks for the pm...........sent one right back at ya! 

Hi Everyone,

Anne - You've really been through the wringer this year.  I'm sorry to hear about your FIL.  Hope you and your DH are doing okay.

Ann - Glad to hear you've been doing well and are able to get out and do things!  That's awesome.  Hope you can get your other knee taken care of.

Denise - Hope you can make it - it would be great to see you.

Chris - I'm so sorry to hear about your MIL.  Hope you and your DH are doing okay.

Kay - Hope you had a great trip.  Will you be joining us Sunday?

Anyone else able to make it? 

Irene

Hi,

I wouldn't be able to make it on the 28th.  Maybe next time.  My grandson's birthday party is that day.  Would love to meet all of you.  Another time.

Linda

Hello fellow women, this is my first visit to this site and am very new to the whole cancer process. I live in East Tawas, according to my children "the middle of no where" To make my story short and sweet on Sept. 14th I noticed that my left nipple was inverting inward. I just turned 40 but received mams due to my grandmother had BC at the age of 68 but was a survivor. I am originally from Dearborn, so when I noticed my nipple I immediately called Beaumont for a Mam. Last year I had one up here by my husband is also a Dr. and it's kind of odd going to Dr.'s where you sit across a table with and have dinner with. So anyways,  BMH took me right away, did the mam and noticed an image. I was then took into another room for an immediate ultrasound that confirmed that I needed a biopsy. I then went down again the following week for a Stero-biopsy and had the results within 2 days. I was positive for DCIS in stage 2-3. What a shock since I'm lucky if I fill an A cup. I have been in perfect health, 5'8" 138 lbs. and don't drink and just smoke under stress. To top it all off my Dr. from Tawas then requested the same procedure on the right breast due to the mams and calicium deposits. So again, 2 days later I was back at the Image Center for another Stero on the right. At this point I already had the reference of a wonderful Breast Surgent and a Plastic Surgent with her team. Again 2 days later those results came back neg. I had my first appointment 4 days later with the main Dr. and she also scheduled the routine blood work, chest x-ray and MRI for the same day. (165 miles one way is quite a drive) I had already decided that since the good Lord did not endow me with the first set and I need a bi-laterial Mass done, I would just assume they take them both and reconstruct at the same time. 9 Days before my surgery date (10-16-07) I received another call to come down immediately because now the MRI was showing images in the right breast. So down I went again with my husband in tow for an ultrasound biopsy that afternoon. The cheif Rad. could not detect the image so I was then again scheduled for a MRI biopsy that I would not wish on my worst emeny. These machines are not adapted for small breasted women. I now know what a cow feels like while milking and pulling on their utters, no wonder they look at you during milking:) With only 4 days left before my surgery everything was a rush. 2 Days before the surgery I was told all was fine so they would not need to do a node test on the right, just the left. So on Tuesday of last week I had a bi-lat double done with expanders put into place. As it turns out I was on the table for over 6 hours!!! No wonder my back still hurts. I was sooo scared about the surgery because I have never even had a broken bone let along surgery. Now I'll never worry about surgery, just the after effects. I have 3 drains still in place but thank the Lord that I have been draining well and they will be removed this Wednesday. BMH was just wonderful. If anyone ever needs service go there....I was treated in the outpatient area even though I stayed the night and they gave me and my husband a private room. They let me go home the next morning due to the fact that my husband took the week off work and like I said before is also a Dr. so he would know the what and why's if an emergency was an issue. The bottom line of the last 30 days is with this being breast cancer month, all you ever hear of are the lumps people feel. I had none of those symptoms, no lump, no discharge, just a small inversion. This is the word that women also need to know. Thanks for letting me tell others of my story. If anyone lives in N. Michigan I would love to know of a good support group. My node tests will be in tomorrow and even though they were neg in the surgery room the final path test will now determine my next option.

Hi to all and welcome to our new ladies!

Gosh, November will be here and gone before we know it!  I'm not coming home until the 9th and have to get pics done on the 10th.  So, don't plan around me!  I think the 17th and 18th are clear and the next weekend is Thanksgiving!

And the first couple of weekends in December if you all aren't to busy then.

Let me know what you come up with!

Hugs,

Denise 

Happy Fall Everyone:-)

Anyone up to meeting a Bravo's in Livonia sometime in November?

My SO has gone here and mentioned how good the food is--here is the link. It's off 6 mile-easy to find.

http://www.bravoitalian.com/

Has anyone heard from Judy B? Nancy? I am with you Chris..time to have a get together!

Hope everyone is doing well.

Lorie

Greetings to my MI buddies!!

Just thought I'd send some Buckeye love to each of you on this day of thanksgiving...... you've been such a source of inspiration, strength, experience and knowledge. Just want you to know how grateful I am for your encouragement.

Strength and courage to each of you for the continued journey toward wellness that we each make.

(My dau is now 16 weeks preggers w/the twins.... thanks for the continued prayers for that project. They just moved back to OH earlier this week.)

find something to giggle about in the midst of all of this nonsense. be defiant in the face of challenge, be kind to yourself and shine your little light!!

faithandfifty

Hi Susan,

Sorry that you had to join the group-but welcome and let us know how we can help you out right now. You didn't put in your DX history or perhaps where you might be getting treatment.

Lots of helpful woman on these boards, please feel that you are not alone in this journey.

Peace, Lorie

Sharon-I wish you well as you continue thru tx.

Susan-How are you doing? 

Lorrie Anne-Good to hear from you.

Faith and fifty-Thanks for checking in on us! 

Luckyanna-Fabulous!   What an awesome trip for you.  Did you go with family or friends?

Everyone else...happy holidays.  Its my favorite holiday...I love Christmas.  We actually cut our tree last weekend as it was the only time our daughter could be home.  The house is decorated and we have even been to Frankenmuth.  I still have to get out those cards though.  How is everyone???