Tuesday, August 3, 2010

6 month check up is done!

I know it has been a very long time since I have posted anything and many of you have asked -- so here it is:

In June I met with the surgeon (Dr. Mary) and all looks good to her. She will want my bloodwork run again in August for Vitamin D and to see if I can reduce my 5,000 IU a day.

In July I met with the Radiation Oncologist (Dr. Panwella) who also gave me a thumbs up - other than not liking my decision to opt OUT of tamoxifan. She had a little concern about the skin color in the radiation area - but was very happy with the texture and my attitude! Yipee

Today I met with my new best friend Dr. Seligman -my Oncologist. He poked and prodded and gave me a very thorough check up. I get results of all of that next week. He also spent more time trying to talk me into "tamoxifan" but I wasn't going there. We finally agreed to talk again in December.

I am doing weekly accupuncture as well as practicing yoga 2 times a week. I am walking again every day and I finally feel like I am getting my energy back.

Work is crazy busy - but I love it! At the relay for life event recently, I heard a cancer survivor speak who talked about the quote from ROCKY where he says something like---...its not how hard you are hit - it how hard you fight back when you get hit! I'm continuing to fight with all of your love, support and prayers.

I will post again next week with my test results.

Much Love--- June

3 comments:

Kristine said...

June,

You're an inspiration. I think the black bear sitting on your porch was a sign! She's in your corner. Just sitting there waiting to help if you need her. You sound great: yoga, walking, energized about work. :) Keep it up. xo Kris

Yolanda said...

My thoughts and prayers are with you everyday. I am so glad that you posted your blog on facebook. You are a very special person to me and close to my heart. Thank you for being the person that you are. Thank you for being a great friend.

Belinda Loucks said...

June
I haven't been on for a while but always enjoy reading your blog and catching up. You have battled this and have come out victorious! GOOD JOB and thank you for sharing your journey with all of us....
All my love,
Belinda