Sunday 21 September 2014

Day 377: "Life After Breast Cancer"

That was the title of the presentations held at the Poche Centre this morning. The program consisted of the resident specialists talking about subjects including "medical aftershocks", psychological adjustments, reconstruction options, self esteem and sexuality, and nutrition. I'd asked Ruth to be my support person as I thought she could help me navigate the information and decide what I most need to take on board to continue my journey of recovery.

There was so much information that I am still a bit overwhelmed. None of the content was surprising but I was somewhat shocked at how well I could relate to many things that were said.  I swear that during my 7 week US trip I never saw this massive adjustment period coming. A bit naive perhaps? In any case, here I am trying to digest my new post-treatment world, and it's not going as quickly as I'd hoped. Perhaps this is my reality to provide me the opportunity to learn some patience...

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