November 19th

On Wednesday I went back to see the surgeon for my six month check up and the great news is that he gave me the all clear :) What a huge relief!! They will continue to keep an eye on me every 3 months & I will see the oncologist for a check up in February and the surgeon again next May.

My arm has been sore over the last 3 weeks and my hand & wrist have swollen up so he has referred me to the lymphodema clinic to be reviewed and fitted with a compression sleeve. Apparently it's quite common to get lymphodema after surgery & radiotherapy but it can be controlled.

Apart from that, everything is getting back to normal - it's great to be back to work and get into a routine again. I had a great time back in Cork last week and got to catch up with lots of friends, family & work colleagues!!

Unfortunately, Dave is off to Kuwait tonight for 2 weeks :(

November 5th

What a difference a year makes!! This day last year I got the shocking news of my diagnosis & was stuggling to take it all in and break the news to my family & friends. It is so amazing to think that a year later it's all over and my outlook on life is completely different.

I am so thankful for everything that has happened over the last year and that now I'm able to face a very positive future. It is SO good to be on this side of the treatment, and to be (almost) back to normal again.

I'm reminded again what an amazing family & group of friends I have and just want to say Thank You to each and every one of you for your overwhelming love & support over the last year. And most especially what an amazing husband I have :) This experience has given be a new appreciation for al those around me.

There are so many reasons to celebrate today!! It's Marilyn's Birthday, Peta & Dave's wedding anniversary, Charis has just become an Auntie & Sandra has become a Granny! But above all, a very much happier day than this day last year :)