Today I don't even have a photo to go with my treasure! Here is the story though.
On April 28th I went in for a routine mammogram. I was nervous, I will admit. I just did not want to subject my body to the squishing machine. I knew it would hurt and I had successfully avoided it for years. Now, my Gyn put her foot down and said I must do it. I still put it off for months after she fussed, yelled, demanded that I get myself over there and get it done NOW. Finally, I felt compelled to give it a whirl - just for fun. HA!
On May 2nd, I got the call that there were some abnormalities in my right breast and I would need to come back for a diagnostic mammogram. I made that appointment a little quicker than I had the first one!! The diagnostic was done on Thursday, May 4th. Okay, I thought the regular mammogram hurt (well, it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be) - this hurt like the dickens!!!! OH.MY.WORD. The tough part being that they were concentrating on one area, so it was a squish fest to that one spot!
The results of this fun day were a little unsettling. So I then began the task of finding a breast specialist that takes my insurance. It took a few days of phone calls back and forth between my Gyn and myself to finally find one.
That appointment was yesterday (Monday). The doctor feels like the area in question is not cancerous!!!!!!! I have to go back in six months for another diagnostic mammogram of that breast to see if there are changes that would make her think differently. I pray not.
I know it is not a definite diagnosis, yet for now this is good. This is my treasure - my good health. I am thankful for that. I want to be around to see my little man become a grown man and to see my little grandchildren drive their parents crazy (HEHE). I want to hang around awhile longer - I just do not like the thought of my hubby getting a new wife. What if it turned out he liked her better? EWWW. Let's just NOT go there!
I know that there are probably some precious women that will read this who have walked this road with different results. For you, I have so much compassion,so much emotion. I will offer up prayers on your behalf if you will allow me to. This has been quite an experience for me. I now have a heart for that little pink ribbon that wasn't quite there before. I always cared, I always wished there would be a cure. I just never stopped and gave pause at the sight of it before. It has new meaning for me now.
My concerns were not only for myself, but mostly for my family. My grown children are indeed grown, but I like to think they still need me around. My hubby is perfectly capable of making it on his own (except maybe laundry). Little man, of course needs his mama and I would love for my little grandchildren to know their Mia, like I knew and loved my own grandmother.
I am very thankful today on this Treasure Tuesday that I can tell you a scary little story with a happy ending. I refuse to fret and worry over the next six months. So for me, for now, it is a happy ending. A Treasure indeed!
P.S. Thanks to all of you LBY ladies who were praying me through!
Let me know if you participate in Treasure Tuesday and I will link you here!
2.Carol
3. Mom Nancy
4.Mary Ann
I will post mine in about an hour, maybe less. Taking the picture now (I have a coffee theme this week...).
MAN! Your story really got to me. I know what you mean, that you were worrying about your family. I've had some health scares lately, and if I didn't have kids to take care of I think I'd have reacted much differently. I've had a good life, my hubby could take care of himself, but if something happened to me, who would take care of the kids? Especially my youngest with more "special needs"?
Sigh... I'm worrying NOW. Okay, time for coffee. ;)
Posted by: Chaotic Mom | May 16, 2006 at 06:15 AM
i'm so glad that your tests so far went okay...i had something similar happen to me, but it was an abnormal pap smear....luckily it was not cancer! however, i have a sister who wasn't so lucky! she has been through chemo and radiation and it's been tough to see her go through what she has & feeling somewhat guilty that it didn't happen to me...
anyway, i learned about your treasure tuesdays through andria and i posted mine on
http://1of4sisters.blogspot.com/2006/05/treasure-tuesday.html.
:) mary ann
Posted by: mary ann | May 16, 2006 at 06:29 AM
Faith, that is so good to hear!
Posted by: Jeana | May 16, 2006 at 07:00 AM
Mine's up! ;)
Posted by: Chaotic Mom | May 16, 2006 at 07:12 AM
[doing the happy dance for you]
I totally knew this would turn out well!
You're right - our health is to be treasured and protected!
Posted by: Carol | May 16, 2006 at 07:32 AM
I'm glad everything turned out well, so far. I will be thinking about you when I see a pink ribbon, too, and offer a prayer on your behalf.
My treasure is up, too.
Posted by: Mom Nancy | May 16, 2006 at 08:22 AM
Oh yeah, my treasure's up. And you be tagged.
Posted by: Carol | May 16, 2006 at 08:27 AM
Oh, what wonderful news. PTL!
Posted by: eph2810 | May 16, 2006 at 08:39 AM
Oh Faith, you had me so worried reading your post, I'm SO glad everything is ok. Will continue to pray for you, for the Lord to keep you in good health :)
I am doing my Treasure Tuesday right now, should be up in about 15 mins :)
Hugs to you,
Sandra
Posted by: Sandra | May 16, 2006 at 09:12 AM
I've been wondering why you haven't blogged as much as previous weeks... NOW it all makes sense!!!! You were totally preoccupied!!!! Here's to good health and a great visit in 6 months.
Posted by: Noelle | May 16, 2006 at 09:25 AM
I am so sorry you have had to go through this... I cannot even imagine. I am just thankful that you have had some good news. I will be praying for you.
I have my treasure up, now I need to quit ignoring my kids and go about me day...take care.
Posted by: Andria | May 16, 2006 at 09:30 AM
Alright, I just added myself to the list :)
Posted by: Sandra | May 16, 2006 at 09:36 AM
I'm glad to hear this good report. Thanks for being willing to share this with your blogging buddies. One of my co-workers has done the walk for breast cancer a couple of times.
Posted by: Debi | May 16, 2006 at 10:02 AM
WONDERFUL!!!!!!!
JUST POSTED MINE!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Kelly | May 16, 2006 at 10:15 AM
Thanks for not posting a picture, that might have been considered-well-just wrong. LOL!
Anyway, glad to hear you are well, and that the spots are probably not cancerous. Probably just a fibroid or something. No biggy.
And, yes, your grown children still need you. My mom had a heart attack a couple of years ago. She almost didn't make it. Then she had a scare last week. It broke my heart to think she wouldn't be around for me and my children.
Posted by: Leah | May 16, 2006 at 11:33 AM
so glad that you got this news!
Posted by: Maria | May 16, 2006 at 11:45 AM
Oh my, you had me scared! I was thinking about you today and wondering if something was wrong because of the non-posting for awhile. I am glad soo much that you are okay! This treasure is very valuable to me and lot's of people! Oh, I didn't actually post a treasure today but there is one that I put up permanantly towards the top of my blog. It's the "my version of paradise" Can I count it?
Posted by: cheeriobutt | May 16, 2006 at 12:10 PM
I'm so glad that you got good results! How scary. Your good health is a wonderful treasure this Tuesday and always!
I posted a treasure for this Tuesday. Stop by and take a look.
Posted by: Overwhelmed! | May 16, 2006 at 12:27 PM
I am glad that the results were good! I haven't had a mamogram yet cuz I am 31 but I dread the day.
Posted by: Lala | May 16, 2006 at 12:31 PM
Hello! I'm so glad things worked out for the best. That would be so frightening. I just left my link for m y tuesday treasure, today was my first one!
Posted by: flipflopmamma | May 16, 2006 at 12:34 PM
YAY GOD!!!! He answers prayers, lightens loads, and performs miracles.
Praise God, from Whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
Posted by: Gibee | May 16, 2006 at 01:06 PM
Oh Faith!!! My heart did a backflip in my chest and my eyes got a little watery! I'm so happy and thankful for you treasure today!
Much love!
Posted by: Ben | May 16, 2006 at 01:50 PM
Praise God!
My treasure is up!
Posted by: momteacherfriend | May 16, 2006 at 04:18 PM
Better late than never! My treasure is up!
Posted by: Kim | May 16, 2006 at 04:32 PM
Beautiful post, Faith. God is good, and it sounds like you've grown through this. Sometimes we forget to thank God for the treasures like our health. Thanks for reminding me today!
Posted by: Heather | May 16, 2006 at 04:37 PM
Faith - WHEW! :-) So glad your news was encouraging - I know you feel like a weight has been lifted. It was a PRIVILEGE to pray for you.
Posted by: boomama | May 16, 2006 at 05:46 PM
Wow, how scary the wait between appointments must have been. I am glad that everything is okay!
Posted by: Amber | May 16, 2006 at 07:12 PM
Amen to that! Your attitude is what will keep you going. I am so glad that the results were good and that you are staying on the positive side. I was going to email you about this... been wondering but glad to hear all is good! THANK GOD! :) Hugs to you!
Posted by: kate | May 16, 2006 at 07:57 PM
yea!!!!! i'm so blessed to read this, and celebrating with you, faith!!
(really? no... picture...? are you sure....? hee hee.)
Posted by: HolyMama! | May 17, 2006 at 12:21 AM
WOOHOOO!! What a treasure for sure! God is so good.
Posted by: flipflop | May 17, 2006 at 08:42 AM