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  • #41
    Lots and lots of jingles!!!!
    “And live like you ain’t afraid to die. And don’t be scared, just enjoy your ride.” Chris Ledoux ~ The Ride

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    • #42
      Jingles from fellow breast cancer survivor. Had a similiar story. First diagnosis in 1992, lumpectomy,followed by radiation. Then in 1999 found a lump in same breast. Cancer caused by radiation treatment. Very uncommon but it happended to me!. My dr. had seen only 3 cases such as mine in his 30 years of practice.

      Had a mastectomy and have done well since. Have regular check ups, mammograms and chest x-rays.

      Try to keep a smile on your face and think only good thoughts. A positive attitude is essential. I know it is hard to do but we must.

      And...give your horse big hugs. They seem to have special healing powers. A horsey friend told me to put my heart against my horses and hug. Sure did feel good.

      Please keep us informed. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

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      • #43
        Just wanted to add a thought...don't know how far you have gotten with plans for surgery, reconstuction etc. but felt I should share this with you.

        My surgeon talked me into having an saline implant put in at the time of the mastectomy. I did not have good results as it seems that skin that has had radiation will not heal well over an implant. My body rejected the implant, had a fever and redness over the implant area. Was very sick. The plastic surgeon that did the implant was very kind and tried his best with antibiotics to make it successful. After 6 weeks I had the darn thing removed and immediately felt better. Would not consider any other surgical means of reconstruction. I am 58 years old and have learned to love my body the way it is. Hey, some people have two breasts - I have one.

        The most important thing is your well being and doing what is best to bring you back to good health.

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        • #44
          I'm sending you all the jingles I can. I have heard of many many women who have beat this thing AND SO CAN YOU!!!

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          • #45
            <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by SC_adult_hunter:
            Prayers and Jingles from Miami! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

            Add more warm jingles and positive thoughts from Florida... best wishes to you.
            Love my "Slow-T T B"
            2010 OTTB, Dixie Union x Dash for Money

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            • #46
              Good luck and hope everything goes well. Many jingles from GA. to you. My sister goes in for her second round of ovarian cancer surgery tomorrow. I know how hard this is, and will send you all my good thoughts and prayers.
              Life is great when you can hug a horse.

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              • #47
                JIN - GL - ING in Massachusetts! (And crossing fingers & toes & etc.)

                You can doooo iiiit

                We'll all be here for you.

                -Flip

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                  #48
                  <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by linneyd:
                  ...My surgeon talked me into having an saline implant put in at the time of the mastectomy. I did not have good results as it seems that skin that has had radiation will not heal well over an implant. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

                  I found that out. HOWEVER!!! There is a new procedure that uses belly fat (NOT belly muscle--we riders can't spare that at all) for reconstruction. That is what I am considering. If you want more info, pm me and I'll be happy to share.
                  ****Hasta la vista, Frenchie****
                  There's something about the outside of a horse that's good for the inside of a (wo)man.

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                    #49
                    First of all, I can't tell you how wonderful it was to get email from you all with jingles galore. Bless you all. I never understood how important jingling was. I don't think I will ever be too busy to send one of these messages to somebody else again.

                    I had my most important test yesterday. It was a CT/PET scan. I had to eat low carbs for 24 hours, fast in the morning and then take an injection with what I suspect was radioactive sugar of some sort. The thought is that a cancer cell will take up the sugar faster than a normal cell and show up on the scan. I got no results at all--they said 3-5 working days. So I'm hanging in limbo until then. When I find out anything, I will be sure to let you all know.

                    Meanwhile, whatever the outcome, I am researching my options on reconstruction to see how I can look as good as possible when this is all over and I'm back in the saddle.
                    ****Hasta la vista, Frenchie****
                    There's something about the outside of a horse that's good for the inside of a (wo)man.

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                    • #50
                      I also think that laughter and a sense of humor are critical. It's often hard to find things to laugh about now - resort to standup comedy or whatever it takes.

                      And be nice to yourself. You didn't do this to yourself, you don't deserve it. If people act stupidly it is because they themselves are scared and want to convince themselves it won't happen to them. Well, the joke is, it very well could.

                      The important thing is to have MDs you trust, and a plan. You have the support right here.

                      The ponies will help big time.
                      www.specialhorses.org
                      a 501(c)3 organization helping 501(c)3 equine rescues

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                        #51
                        <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by DressageGeek "Ribbon HoHoHo":
                        I also think that laughter and a sense of humor are critical. It's often hard to find things to laugh about now - resort to standup comedy or whatever it takes. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

                        I agree, HoHoHo. I'm working on that one. My daughter called and told me silly spider stories last night. I am sure that she knows how healing laughter is. I will have to request jokes from everyone I know.


                        <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">The ponies will help big time. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

                        They sure do. I closed my eyes yesterday in the middle of the test, and they were both there, nudging me and whuffling on my shirt. What nice horsies!
                        ****Hasta la vista, Frenchie****
                        There's something about the outside of a horse that's good for the inside of a (wo)man.

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                        • #52
                          Jingles to you!!!

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                          • #53
                            Many jingles from Colorado! You sound so brave, I wish you all the best! Unfortunately, all the jokes I know are not, er, PC enough to post, BUT keep smiling, keep laughing, and most of all, find what makes you happy and stick to it!

                            I did therapy work with one of my pitties at Children's Hospital, we saw mostly young girls (under 13) with various forms of cancer. The girls floored me with thier courage and laughter. I know it's not the same, but it's the only experience I have with any type of cancer, and what I saw there gave me a respect for life I have never had before. Good luck, and I hope you get the results of the CT/PET scan ASAP!!!
                            WestWind Farms
                            Love means attention, which means looking after the things we love. We call this stable management.
                            - George H. Morris

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                              #54
                              <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Ishi:
                              Many jingles from Colorado! You sound so brave, I wish you all the best! Unfortunately, all the jokes I know are not, er, PC enough to post, </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

                              Well, you could PM me the jokes! LOL

                              Brave? Not! But I know from experience that getting all wigged out just doesn't help. Who was is that said that bravery is doing what you fear anyway?
                              ****Hasta la vista, Frenchie****
                              There's something about the outside of a horse that's good for the inside of a (wo)man.

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                                #55
                                Well, gang, I think I found the surgeon that I want to do my reconstruction. He's in Charleston, South Carolina (actually, Mt. Pleasant). Anybody down there? I would have to be there for 8-9 days. My husband says he could take time off work and go down with me, but it would be wonderful to have a friend or two in the neighborhood.
                                ****Hasta la vista, Frenchie****
                                There's something about the outside of a horse that's good for the inside of a (wo)man.

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                                • #56
                                  Major jingles from NY!
                                  Spruce Hill Farm

                                  Member/co-founder of the boot to the head clique. Got air?! Member of the Asthmatic Riders Clique.

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                                  • #57
                                    Prayers and jingles for you and your whole family, Fancy.

                                    I used to work for the company that developed BRCA I & II testing. Have you researched your family history and are you sure you are not a candidate for this testing? The reason I ask is that it's amazing how few doctors request this test even when it is obviously needed. The results of the test (if you are, in fact, a candidate) can impact your surgical decisions and affect other members of your family.

                                    The red flags are a family history (mother's or father's side, doesn't matter) and breast cancer before or around age 50. Ovarian cancer at a young age in any close female family member is also a warning. The gene for this is also more prevalent in Jewish women (don't know if you're Jewish or not). If you meet any of these criteria, you can learn more at myriad.com

                                    I hope with all my heart this isn't the case for you, but better to be aware if it is. PM me if you have more questions.

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                                    • #58
                                      Oh dear, it is so hard to come up with the proper words for something like this. The COTHism's of Jingles & Jingling is so appropriate, for we all know the true love & sincerity they carry with them. Think positive, & fight back really hard! We know you can beat this!

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                                      • #59
                                        My SIL (who by the way is Jewish, and BRAC1) had her mastectomy when she was doing post grad work at 28 where I was a grad student (how we met). The first date after she recovered from the surgery, she had saline implants in her bra. She invited the guy back to her apt for coffee, and was washing up at the sink when he came over, put his hands on her breasts, and said, "Oh, you feel so good."

                                        And her first thought: If you are so clueless you can't tell the difference, then it's a sure bet I'm not going to sleep with you!

                                        PS Ridgetop Ghost is right - treatment outcomes vary depending upon so many things. There's lots of information out there, take advantage!
                                        www.specialhorses.org
                                        a 501(c)3 organization helping 501(c)3 equine rescues

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                                        • #60
                                          Jingles from Kentucky. Hang in there.

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