It feels as though nothing and everything is happening at once. The days home recovering are somewhat long and boring now. I need to start to find ways to keep busy because any time spent alone seems to be too much time to think. My mind goes back and forth between worst and best case scenarios. I know it’s the best case thoughts, the positive mentality that will get me through this, so I work hard to stay on that track!

Next week should prove to be a busy one! I have my first appointment with my medical oncologist, Dr. Mark Campbell. Word on the street is that he is REALLY good so I’ll add that to the Blessing list! So far any care I have received has been so amazing and with the very best! I continue to be so incredibly grateful. The appointment with Dr. Campbell is a consultation, so no new scans yet. But I suspect he will tell us what the plan is for that. When I will get my first post surgery scan so that we can see what is going on and what the treatment plan moving forward will be. My hope and prayer is that the lung nodules have gotten smaller. If this is the case, there may be no need for additional treatment at this time!

Just to “keep it real” and provide information for someone who stumbles upon this blog who is going through this as well I should share that:
1. I am 2 weeks post open nephrectomy (kidney removal) today.
2. I continue to take Tylenol (500mg) about 3x a day for discomfort.
3. I am much less tired and even go for short walks throughout the day.
4. I continue to suffer from a great deal of gas/digestive discomfort. Whole grains and raw vegetables seem to  make it worse.
5. I am still only able to sleep on my right side and even that is not great! I use Xanax a couple of times a week to help quiet my mind and get a decent nights sleep.

All in all I am doing well! Am I scared? Yup! Am I uncomfortable? Yup! But am I getting better every day? FOR SURE! Am I determined to get through this better than ever? You better believe it! I am on a mission! To help others going through a similar situation. To provide information, understanding, support or maybe just someone to talk to. One moment at a time, I am moving forward. First up, our sons wedding a week from this Saturday! Next, get back to work! I’ll be back in the office on Monday September 23rd and I am ready! After that……well, just wait and see! With a lot of determination, love and support, I have some big plans! Ready?