Thursday 7th April 2011: Well its been 1 year exactly today since I was diagnosed, been a hectic year and at moment still healing, need energy and weight put on. Food is only going to healing process, but I have been assured that it will soon be used for energy and weight. Have to get built up as got next operation soon. Been the type of person always been difficult for me to put weight on. Nutritionist has advised to conserve energy and not waste it on my good days, but hey I want to spend some time wi grandchildren, pals etc and feel on my good days thats what I should do, though understand I have to take it easy and not go all out as I used to be able to do, as I will suffer for a few days after. So all about trying to find a balance yet again, take care of me first priority at all times and it feels nice, but has took ages to get used to.
All my clothes were cleared out and given to one of my daughters to choose from as I have lost so much weight, very difficult at moment to try and buy anything new as soon to undergo operation for the next breast; mastectomy and reconstruction; So its the cheepy loose clothes and tops for now, but there are some nice ones in the shops. I am having bother with the seam at the side of tops just under the arm as digging in and hurting, so sleeveless tops better for me and also better for dressing and undressing. Arm and shoulder still in physio treatment for and may well be referred to the pain clinic.
This month meet with consultant again, appt with dentist as new bottom plate loose re loss of weight, to go back onto smoothies and softer foods and remain on ENSURE drinks until advised further. Balance is still wobbly, seem to go to the right more somehow, still awaiting Welfare Dept to contact me regarding DLA Application and this is becoming a joke now, would rather they said a straight yes or no it's not worth the hassle etc.
So today was a really good day, considering what happened this time last year, we spent some quality time with grand kids and had some fun, we went to visit the Ospreys, had a wee play time in the park, loved it and the sunshine, had tea and got them back home before 7.30 pm.
It is meant to be a mini heatwave this weekend and I have got my 50 plus factor cream to put on and I intend to get outside into the fresh air for some brilliant Vitamin D and warmth.
