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I had a mastectomy and reconstructive surgery on Friday, February 1. I was in a lot of pain on Friday and it has slowly decreased everyday. I came home Sunday morning just in time to rest up before the Super Bowl. I fell asleep while the New England Patriots were winning then I woke upand was hoping I was still dreaming because of the score. My team the New England Patriots lost the Super Bowl what a sad moment but they are still a phenomenal team and is still a winner in my eyes! Each day after my surgery is getting better and I have friends picking Mary up to pick up to and from school. Chuck has been either making dinner or bringing dinner home. Mary who is my five year old daughter is going to be a nurse when she grows up because she tucks me in, asks me what she can do to help. She is not afraid of seeing stitches, drains and deals well with any part of the healing process. I would like to thank everyone for all the e-mails, phone calls, flowers and prayers they sent my way. It truly means a lot to me and helps me stay positive! My husband Chuck turned 46 and for the first time in our time together I did not have a present for him. I felt to awful but he looked at me and said I already have my present, "I have You". What a guy. I love him so much! Happy Birthday Chuckie...
Take Care Patty M.
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1. Thank you for being brave and kind enough to share that with us. (I thought "I" had the most wonderful Man on the planet! Your Beloved "Chuckie" is a real "keeper".)
Patricia, you have come through so very much. May you grow stronger and stronger with each passing day. Of course, you know that there are many prayers and thoughts of wellness heading your way. Our Family sends warm regards and love to you and your Family during this difficult time.
I am not a cancer survivor like yourself. I am on the development team for a new cancer website for SC. http://www.Cancer.sc - I have learned so very much through the courage of strong women like yourself. Stay strong.
Posted at 11:52AM on Feb 14th 2008 by Laurel Phelps Laflamme
2. Good Job and Happy B-Day to Chuck. I have went though the same and unlike you I had no one. but reading your story made me feel alot better, as if I was part of your family. And I cried. Only a few happy tears, because you made it and will contuine to make it in this world. And hey, you have your own privite nurse. How good can that be. And Chuck keep up the good work. you really love your wife.
Remember my friends Never go to bed without saying
I LOVE YOU!!!! Even if you are mad. That goes for
little Mary too. Even though I know you do this
all ready, I am just saying this because before
you know it she is going to be (scary) a teenager.
Good Luck, and my prayers are with you little family and your great friends.
sorry so long.
Posted at 10:23PM on Feb 15th 2008 by Penny Ridgley