So, I got diagnosed with breast cancer on Wednesday.
No, that’s not the start of some sick joke.
Last week, I found a lump in my breast. They scanned it on Monday and said it looked extremely suspicious, so they did a needle biopsy. The results came in on Wednesday. As of last night, I am Stage III, with more tests to be run.
I’m now in doctor appointment hell. I am being poked, scanned, drawn on, and turned radioactive. So many people have squeezed my boob. SO MANY.
Right now, it looks like this will be a tough fight. Right now, things are dark here. But not as dark as the anger that is fueling my fight. Cancer doesn’t realize who it is fucking with. I will destroy it. I will strangle its babies, drown its pets, and burn its house down.
I will be blogging this, too. I can’t NOT write. But everything is a little raw at the moment, and I’m not ready to share them yet. Also, I’m literally at so many doctor appointments, it’s hard to find the time. So, expect some of my regular post topics for a bit longer.
I don’t say this enough, but I think you guys know just how much you, my readers, mean to me. I love you and I am grateful for you. I hope you’ll stick with me through this ride.
Oh shit and really? I just started reading your blog and have enjoyed your kind of fun, non-judgey mommy perspective.
And then the big “C”? That just sucks all they way around.
But, my sister started her breast cancer stuff two years ago and I’m not going to lie, it sucked sometimes, but she is doing so great right now. So, keep writing about “it” and I will be listening and if I can offer any help/comfort I will. You will get thru this and you will beat the “it” – (sorry, it doesn’t even deserve to be called by it’s proper name.)
Pulling for you, praying for you, admiring your spirit, and willing your health. I’ll be following your journey.
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Well shit, I don’t know how I found your blog but I was finally getting emotionally thru my sister’s breast cancer stuff, stage 2b, triple negative, some serious shit. Chemo, full reconstruction But she is good, cancer free, But you were just a normal mom that wasn’t a judge mom and I related to you.
I’m so sorry to hear this. Cancer can suck it. 4 year survivor of Hodgkins lymphoma, dx on my daughters first birthday, and kicked its ass good and far away from me. Good luck in your fight, and I will be sending good vibes your way.
Lots of love. I missed this when I was in my own little world.
You are loved. I am here.
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It’s almost two years for me since I was diagnosed with Stage II breast cancer. You can do this.
So sorry to hear your news. Lots of love and support coming your way! Fight like a girl and kick cancer’s butt!
I will be following…. I will have my middle fingers at the ready. <3
I’m down to listen as a reader, to your journey as you fight this bitch out. Not going anywhere. Anywhere.
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Wishing you the best! You can do this!!!
you so got this.
Praying and thinking of you Beth. Sending you lots of strength to get through this.
Wishing you all the strength in the world as you battle this villain. Those of is in the blogging community are here for you and rooting for you to slay the dragon.
I’m a part of your cancer-ass-kicking posse. And you know that I’ll do anything I can to help–hand you extra rope, hold your sword while you use nunchucks, wipe your brow so your vision is clear so you can deliver a swift kick to cancer’s balls to be sure you land it square in the nads. You know. I’m here for you.
Your positive, fighting spirit will get you through this. I’m here for you now, during treatment, and for the kickass party when you’re on the other side of all these appointments and crap. You’ve got this!!
You know I love you, friend! XOXO
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Oh my gosh I am so so sorry. Sending love and hugs to you. xoxo
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Oh my love, sending love and prayers from across the USA LOVE you my dearest friend, my soul mate, the best of the best. Take a break! Prayers are being sent You will beat this…..xoxoxo
Oh Beth! I am so very sorry to hear this news! I am angry right along with you. So very angry!! But, I am with you. Will happily help out with your kiddos – with pleasure – any. time. Thinking of you all and sending those nasty cancerous cells warrior women’s marching orders!!!
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I am so glad that you are writing about this. I remember when I started blogging and looked to you for advice and you told me how therapeutic blogging was for you. I am ready to be by your side for this journey. I know you will kick cancer’s ass and come out on top. You have one of the greatest spirits of anyone I know. You rock and so many people love you and are ready to stand behind you!
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Sending good vibes your way. You seem like an incredibly strong woman. Go kick some cancer ass and take names.