Forward Momentum

I was reminded this weekend past that I didn't update my blog after my last doctor's appointment. I met with my gynecological oncologist on April 7 at the four-week mark following my hysterectomy. All was well. She says the scaring will hardly be noticeable in a year. She was very pleased with how well things are healing and gave me the go-head to get back to normal activities. At which point I promptly started clearing out the room I use for a studio, ripped up the torn linoleum, painted and, with Rob's help, installed new laminate flooring.

I've been experiencing hot flashes (one of the key symptoms of menopause) and my doctor said I could try an herbal compound with red clover to see how it works. I have one friend who recommended it because she's had very good results. I think it's working somewhat...I'm either having few hot flashes at night, or I'm learning to sleep through them. Either way, I like getting a good night's sleep.

I'm still waiting to hear from the plastic surgeon about an appointment but otherwise I'm finally starting to feel more like myself (a year later). My hair has grown in nicely and is quite curly, which is a nice change, although a challenge to deal with.

I've had cards recently from Kathy W, my boss Julie and a package from Bonnie M which included a beautiful scarf, a broach and a lovely card.

On the down side, Kathy E's husband was diagnosed with a recurrence of lung cancer (although last I heard treatment is going well) and the husband of one of my friends from the Valley was diagnosed with a tumor on his neck and is beginning treatment in the next week or so.

I bought daffodils this weekend from the Cancer Society and I couldn't help but think when will we find a cure for this disease.