Thursday, January 19, 2012

Angel of Courage




Great news today!

The pathology report came back negative on the six additional lymph nodes they removed on 1/12.  Now it’s on to the next step in the process--the first round of chemo in about four weeks.

The surgeon removed the drainage tubes from my side about an hour ago which were causing me discomfort this week. Feels SO much better.

Our daughter Jessica gave me this angel of courage the day before my mastectomy. Today it's doing a victory dance!!

I have to admit I still can't quite wrap my head around this. All I know is that I've received a new lease on life I didn't even know I needed.

7 comments:

Anonymous said...

A victory dance indeed! Go Angels everywhere - shine on Marta and keep the good news coming! Love ya, Lady! - Carol

Aaron Paul Lazar said...

Love your angel of courage! Yay! And what great news, Marta. I'm so happy to hear this. ;o)

Marta Stephens said...

Hi Carol! I'm SO glad you stopped by to read my blog. Can't tell you how relieved I am today!

Aaron, thought you would...(like the angel!) :)

Cristina Ruggiero said...

Hurray! Best news ever! I'm soo happy for you. Angel of courage indeed... Perfect!! Love you mucho!:)

Marta Stephens said...

I'm doing a bit of a dance too! Thanks, Mari! Love ya too! :)

Mollie Lyons said...

May your Angel Of Courage lead you safely along the path of healing and into the sunshine of good health

Marta Stephens said...

Molly thank you! So good to hear from you.