I have been diagnosed with breast cancer. It was caught very early. I was originally scheduled for a lumpectomy. However, due to genetic issues the cancer team feels that I should have a mastectomy. That way I will be able to avoid radiation therapy. It has been a rough ten days. (The Pattern Rescue mission has done a lot to keep my mind off the cancer.)

Naturally, I have been more than a little nervous. I went to the library this afternoon and requested that they allow me to take out more the normal limit of talking books. It wasn't until I got into my car that I realized that I had told them I was having a hysterectomy, not a mastectomy. Been there, done that already.

While I am not looking forward to having a breast removed it certainly is a lot better than having an arm or a leg removed. My mind is already gone! LOLOLOL

My doctor has insisted that I remain homebound for at least two weeks, except for visits to the Cancer Clinic.

That part isn't so terrible. I will be able to cross-stitch, use the computer, watch TV and rest. I won't be able to clean, cook or do laundry. Well, not really but my husband is pretty good about helping with that kind of stuff.

I will keep my pattern file nearby. Please contact me if there is something you want. Just don't worry if I don't answer right away.

NANCYE G