Surgery is done

[Faith in Him]

Well, I finally got my mastectomy yesterday. I am just home from the hospital and feeling relieved. I can't yet look at it but I know over the course of the next few days, I will develop the courage.

Just wanted to share.

Tonya

[Mary Jo]

Hi Tonya,

I'm relieved for you that your surgery is finally over. Praise God!! You will face looking at the area your breast was removed when the time is right for you and I ask our Lord to give you His strength as you endure this part of your journey. I've had both of my breasts removed so I understand where you are today.

Sending gentle hugs to you - sending my love to you and always I pray for all my her2 family as we journey along this road together.

Love and peace to you Tonya,

Mary Jo
1Thessalonians 5:11

[lexigirl]

Hi Tonya,

I am happy that you are home and all went well with your surgery. Please know that I am thinking of you as you are healing.

Hugs and Prayers,
Lexi

[dhealey]

Hello Tonya,
So happy you now have your surgery behind you. Praying for a speedy recovery and healing. Peace be with you.

[Mary Anne in TX]

Hi Tonya!
I'm glad that it is done. I remember having exactly the same feeling about looking at the surgery. I wanted to and I didn't want to. What I discovered was that it wasn't nearly as daunting as I predicted. Somehow I think when we have the surgery, we get blessed with a matter-of-fact attitude about the whole thing for a few weeks. We just take in what we can and put the rest on hold til later.
You've done the hard part. Take terrific care of yourself and let your family pamper you and love on you like crazy! Much love, ma

[Becky]

Dear Tonya

This part of your journey is now behind you. For all intents and purposes, you are cancer free now - it is gone. Alittle more Navelbine and Herceptin for good measure!

I am glad that this surgery could finally take place and you have come through it well - good enough to post to us that you are home.

Rest well and heal. You know we are all thinking about you.

Love and a (very gentle) hug

[Joan M]

Tonya, You finally made it! The first few days will be difficult, but as time goes on you will feel better every day. You have a lot of strength and stamina, and I admire your patience, perseverance and unwavering focus on your goal. Peace be with you. Joan

[Jackie07]

Glad you had a smooth surgery. To me, mastectomy was a lot better than lumpectomy because I had real bad lymphedema of the breast after lumpectomy. Take it easy. Know that we are all praying for your recovery.

[Jean]

Dear Tonya,
Wishing you a fast recovery and healing, by the way I think you are very courageous already!

hugs,
Jean

[hermiracles]

So glad your surgery is finally completed Tonya. Take it easy and heal well.
Blessings
Hermiracles

[Faith in Him]

Thank you all for your kind and encouraging words.

[Leslie's sister]

Tonya

You got over a big hump with the surgery. The first few days are the worst. I remember my sister looking for the first time and for her it was not a big deal. She was happy to be rid of what she saw as the thing that was trying to take her life. I know everyone looks at it different however.

I pray that you heal up quickly and that you dance with NED!

Your sister in Christ,
Lisa

[Mary Anne in TX]

Hi Again Tonya!
Just wanted to say hi and that I'm thinking good thoughts about you today! You had such a long wait and now it is done. I'm believing that this is the beginning of lots of good stuff comin' your way! Have a good day....and remember we love ya! ma

[Vi Schorpp]

I'm glad your surgery is behind you. When the time is right you will "look," and I pray it will be as non-eventful as mine was. For me, I was glad to be rid of the drainage tubes. As I told my husband after surgery, as we get older the men start to resemble women in the chest and the women start to resemble men -- it all works out somehow. Be well and stay strong.

[Colleens_Husband]

Dear Tonya:

I am so sorry that you or anyone else has to go through this. You are a good and kind person. You made a hard decision and did what is necessary to survive. For your children and your family's sake, you made a brave sacrifice. Please know that you will be in our family's thoughts and prayers.

Lee

[caya]

Dear Tonya,

I wish you a complete and speedy recovery. Take it easy, do not rush it.

all the best
caya

[MJo]

I'm also wishing you a fast recovery. Don't let those two energetic little boys jump on you for a while.

[Terri B]

And for all that tape residue??

skin-so-soft by Avon. It's a miracle!!

Hey, I'm 3 weeks post-bi lateral mastectomy, and I was back in surgery for a little "tweek" on 4/25! I'm back at work and feeling great. Sore, but loving life. Also love being "breathlessly braless" for the first time in my adult life!!

[lilyecuadorian]

done ...good way to go to NED

[swimangel72]

Hi Tonya - I hope you're feeling stronger every day! You already ARE courageous - looking in the mirror doesn't prove that, going through your surgery proved that to me!

[WomanofSteel]

Wishing you a speedy recovery.