I didn't get the March PET scan approved by my insurance. They say I don't have any active cancer or reason to have one done. So for now, we are waiting and when I meet with Dr. K again in a few weeks, he will most likely order the CT scan instead to check things out. I see Dr. G., my plastics doc, Friday. I know he wants to get my case behind him and move forward but I just don't have any time in my schedule to take time off work for an elective surgery that I don't really need. I want nipples, yes. And so it's in my mind a lot. But with the way our schedule is this summer and how much we need for baseball travels financially, I can not justify being out of work for 2 weeks. Then there's the whole controversy of whether or not to just take out those pesky ovaries. They are essentially fueling my cancer. Sure, I take tamoxifen daily but that doesn't 100% suppress the production of estrogen and progesterone. Taking them out would. I talked to a doctor up here at work who specializes in gynecologic oncology and he says, "TAKE THEM OUT!" So I'm back to wanting that done. But when?????
May 23rd I'm speaking at a women's group at one of Erik's co-worker's church about my breast cancer experience and how God has been with me the whole time. I pray that God will give me the words to help just one of these women, give them hope if they are battling something life threatening too.
Honorary Bat Girl for the Houston Astros
Erik nominated me to be the Astros Honorary Bat Girl a few months back and all my friends and family got to vote daily for me. Turns out, I won the contest and will get to go out on the field during the May 8th, Mother's Day, game and even throw out the first pitch! The boys have been coaching me on my pitching techniques and I'm proud to say, I think I can get it across the plate without bouncing it. I only have one throw to prove myself! LOL! This contest was for breast cancer survivors and fighters who continue to go to bat against breast cancer every day. I'm one of the lucky ones who seems to be winning the fight. I hope to represent my fellow survivors and fighters well. The MLB had an article about me being the winner as did the Astros site. I was interviewed by KSBJ for a radio segment to be aired Friday, May 6th. And last I heard the Humble Observer wants to interview me. It's my 1 minute of fame. I'm so nervous and excited!
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