Faithfully Fighting

Plan of Attack

lynnwv | January 21, 2008 17:51

Today was doctor day! I got to meet a very nice plastic surgeon today.  I’ve never been to a plastic surgeon’s office before.  It’s very different than any other doctors office, at least this one was.  It was more like a spa.  The place I initially met the doctor had warm colored, comfy couches, with a beautiful coffee table and peaceful pictures on the wall.  He came in and talked about the options and drew pictures and explained things.  Then I went to the examination room, where they gave me a thick, warm bathrobe to put on.  It was soft and lovely.  Why in the world don’t all the doctors give those out?  It made me feel special and unique, rather than a number on a chart.  Ok, ok, I know, plastic surgeons have to “sell” their services.  They want women to feel “cared for” and “pampered” when they come in.  Can I just say IT WORKS!  For a brief few seconds it let me think I was getting a deluxe pedicure or a massage instead of discussing reconstruction of a body part.

 

Saw the breast surgeon today too.  They picked a date.  January 29.  Next Tues.  Seems really soon to me, but everyone seems to be in a big hurry.  The cancer has shown up so fast they don’t want to give it time to travel farther than it has. 

 Today my devotion said “When we trust the power of God, we experience peace, and not panic.”  That’s what I’m concentrating on, but I will admit I am failing in that right now.  My strength has left me, and for now, my weakness has overwhelmed me.   Even David cried out to the Lord “Be my rock of refuge, a fortress of defense to save me.  For you are my rock and my fortress; therefore, for Your name’s sake, lead me and guide me.” Psalm 31:2-3 

 

Tomorrow I get a new bed.  I’ve been wanting one for months, mine is a cheap saggy thing.  I went and ordered one of the sleep number beds and then got a memory foam top for it.  It is ridiculous that a new bed is such an exciting thing to me right now, but I can’t wait. 

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Re: Plan of Attack

Pete | 01/22/2008, 06:47

Hi honey, it's just me. I wanted to say that I don't think it's ridiculous that you're looking forward to the bed. It's something you need and it's going to serve it's purpose in making you feel comfortable in the post-op. When you sleep on it tonight "Dream A Little Dream Of Me." Love you lots.

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Pat D. | 01/22/2008, 08:04

Two years ago, we purchased a new mattress set (the first new mattress I have ever had.) You would have thought I had just been handed a million dollars! For the first six months, everynight when I got into bed I would say (outloud) "Ahh, my vacation bed" because I felt like I was in some fancy hotel with this luxurious bed. Of course when I woke up and had to make my own bed I came back to reality (no maid service here!) What I am taking so long to get at is, I hope you can say "Ahh, my vacation bed" and feel like you are escaping, if just for a few hours. We keep you in our prayers.

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Belinda | 01/22/2008, 17:46

Katie is also very excited about the new bed. She mentioned it in Sunday School when I asked about prayer requests and of course prayer for you. Praying you get a good nights sleep. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

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Debbie | 01/23/2008, 20:41

Hi Cuz. Just wanted to let you know that you are on our prayer list and I am praying for you! God is able and faithful all the time as you know. This is a tough time but He will carry you thru! Enjoy the bed! I have one and it has been very comfortable. We love you much!!!

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Ann | 01/24/2008, 06:11

Hi Sunshine. You are in our thoughts and prayers constantly. You are a strong woman and have such wonderful faith in God. We know that He will pull you though this. As for the sleep number bed - Debbie, Lisa, and I each have one - they are wonderful. You're gonna love it!!!

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