I just had a lumpectomy for the breast cancer that was discovered in my breast in late June. As surgeries go, I suspect it wasn't the worst it could be, but the experience was worse than some of the other surgeries I've had. (Specifically, it was worse than the bunion surgery and wrist surgery I had.) Lots of Pre-Op On the day of my lumpectomy, I arrived at the hospital at 7:30 a.m. There was the usual stuff -- signing forms and showing my insurance and ID cards, etc. Soon I was taken to an upstairs room, asked questions, gave a urine sample (pregnancy test) and changed into a hospital Continue reading...
My Breast Cancer Journey — Mammogram Call Back & Biopsy
I was recently diagnosed with breast cancer. I have a family history, but I never expected to be facing something like this so soon - at 50. It all started with my yearly mammogram. A Mammogram Callback I went for a yearly screening mammogram in June. I opted to pay $50 extra for a 3D mammogram, A 3D mammogram is thought to find more cancers than traditional 2D mammograms do. In past years, all my mammograms have been fine. (I have been getting mamograms since at least 40, I think. It's been a while.) After the mammogram, I picked up lunch to share with my twin teenage Continue reading...
Currently – A Diagnosis & Trying to Stay Hopeful {August}
This post contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I earn a small commission that helps to fund this blog. Thanks! Welcome to my "Currently" post. In this monthly post, I share updates on what's going on in my life. This summer has been a tough one for me. A yearly mammogram in June turned up what I've been told is early stage breast cancer. I have surgery scheduled for later this month. The diagnosis has upended my summer, as well my general usually upbeat outlook -- I'm hoping to get my life back on track after the surgery and treatment. Cancer is Continue reading...
Enjoying Summer Rays Safely in the Backyard
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BlueLizardSummer #CollectiveBias Once summer hits, my family and I love to enjoy the sunny weather in our backyard. We play bocce and croquet together, read in the backyard or by our patio pond, and enjoy meals on the patio. Although we love to take in the warm summer sun, I always provide protection for me and my family from the sun's harmful rays. A lot of people forget to protect themselves from the sun when playing or relaxing close to home. Sure, we bring Continue reading...
DIY Hot or Cold Eye Mask
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MoreMomentsWithExcedrin #CollectiveBias I’ve been getting headaches ever since I was a kid. The type I get are pounding migraines that ruin my day. My headaches are often triggered by stress – or when I don’t take the time to eat and take in enough fluids. (When I need to get work done, I often forget meals.) That’s when I reach for Excedrin® Migraine, which works best for my headaches. I got one of those headaches the day of my sister’s wedding shower. I spent months Continue reading...
12 Months of Goals — January Goal
*This post contains Amazon affiliate links. Happy New Year everyone! Today my friend, Carrie of Curly Crafty Mom, and I will be sharing our goal for January. We used to focus on three goals each month, but this year, we decided to devote more time to just one goal each month. So for January, my goal will be … develop a fitness and health regimen for the New Year. My husband and I are both planning to focus on losing weight this year. We’ve both been putting on some pounds in the past few years. I especially have been gaining some pounds since I was diagnosed with a hypoactive Continue reading...
Holiday Home Winter Toolkit & Easy Placemat Pillows
I have received information and materials from Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc., McNeil Consumer Healthcare Division. The opinions stated are my own. This is a sponsored post. This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #WinOverWinter #CollectiveBias With Christmas coming, I'm doing what I can to make my home beautiful and comfortable for my family. I recently made easy Christmas throw pillows -- one for each family member. These pillows are incredibly easy to make and require next to no sewing. If Continue reading...
Post Bunion Surgery & Toe Spacer
This post contains Amazon links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I earn a small fee that helps run this blog. Last summer I had bunion surgery for a severe bunion on my right foot that I've had since I was about 10. During the surgery, the surgeon inserted pins in three of my toes. I was hoping that my foot would be perfect after surgery, but now, more than a year later, I'm back in physical therapy for an often sore and swollen foot. This is what my foot looked like last July, one day after my bunion surgery. My foot felt like it was improving for a while, Continue reading...
October Goals (Goal Setting)
*This post contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click an Amazon link and make a purchase, I earn a small commission that helps to fund this blog. Thanks! Every month, I set three monthly goals for myself. These goals are smaller things I hope to achieve or accomplish in the next few weeks. I’ve found that goal setting, or establishing small goals each month helps me to get things done! My friend Carrie at Curly Craft Mom got me started on this helpful habit of goal setting! The recap of my September goals are at the bottom of this post. These are my October Continue reading...
5 Ways to Eat Healthier Today
This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and Weight Watchers, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #WWFoodsAtShopRite http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV This summer, I shared many great times with my husband and kids. We traveled together, had fun times at the movies, and played pool and miniature golf. We had wonderful dinners out and trips for ice cream. Lots and lots of ice cream. This fall, I need to put getting into shape and healthier eating on my to-do list. Healthy Eating Tips This fall I plan to get Continue reading...