Thursday, March 8, 2018

One More Sunrise

 

 “Waking up this morning, I smile. Twenty-four brand new hours are before me. I vow to live fully in each moment and to look at all beings with eyes of compassion.”

Thich Nhat Hahn

Monday: Ultrasound. Suspicious lump.

Wednesday: Biopsy

Thursday: Results. Cancer cells present. Surgeon consultation. Schedule immediate surgery. What to expect.

Friday: Lumpectomy/ Sentinel lymph node removal/ biopsy

Saturday: Many visits from friends. Cards filled with kind words and encourgement and the most beautiful cactus terrarium.

Sunday: I am clearly a depressed and hopeless burrowing prairie dog.

Monday: Still tucked away in my lair. Stopped taking the pain killers.

Tuesday: Biopsy report back from pathologist. Stage 1. Tumor is small and has NOT spread to lymph nodes. 

Tears of joy. Relief. Gratitude. The dancing begins. 

Wednesday: Visit with my amazing surgeon. Everything is discussed. Instructions. Treatment plan. Radiation. Chemo? What to expect.

Thursday: I no longer look for Owls. I only see Bluebirds.

💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

 It is not uncommon for people to spend their whole life waiting to start living. — Eckhart Tolle

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18 comments:

  1. sage and spiritMarch 8, 2018 at 6:58 AM

    Oh dearest Lynn. Tears and hope and prayers this morning.
    May this day and every day be filled with bluebirds.
    xx

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    1. prairiegirlMarch 18, 2018 at 10:05 AM

      Many thanks to you for everything you’ve said and done for me! xo

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  2. UnknownMarch 8, 2018 at 7:42 AM

    Lynn
    Here's a virtual hug of happiness and relief. Had I known sooner you would have gotten one of compassion.
    Your friend through whatever
    Jerry

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  3. A Wild Western HeartMarch 8, 2018 at 8:38 AM

    Hugs my dear friend! Sounds like its an easy one to take care of. Sounds similar to mine. I had a lumpectomy and radiation in 1998 & so far so good. Big hugs to you! Stay positive! xoxo

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    1. prairiegirlMarch 18, 2018 at 10:09 AM

      You did?? Really? Oh good. Then there is hope for me. ;)
      Thanks Sheree for all your pep talks.
      xo

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  4. pencilfoxMarch 8, 2018 at 11:22 AM

    wow.
    my heart is heavy with your news
    yet
    my heart is light because you are seeing only bluebirds.

    xO

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    1. prairiegirlMarch 18, 2018 at 10:12 AM

      Ah yes. Let’s keep it that way, Bernard. Light in heart. Birdsong, blue ones, feathers and fancy socks to wear while dancing on the prairie! 💕
      xO

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  5. MrsLittleJeansMarch 8, 2018 at 2:26 PM

    Ah ya ya girlfriend...I look away and you get yourself a lump...soooo grateful caught at a good time...love you and sorry I am so absent xxx

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    1. prairiegirlMarch 18, 2018 at 10:13 AM

      Oh, never mind....we’re all a little absent lately, it’s true!
      You’re never far away from my thoughts.
      I’ll tell you more in a letter. Miss ya!
      xo

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  6. ClareMarch 8, 2018 at 9:41 PM

    Oh Lynn, you beautiful prairie human! I wish I could hug you in real life, in real time. I'm sending you so much love right now!

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    1. prairiegirlMarch 18, 2018 at 10:16 AM

      Now I’m smiling oh so hugely because I’ve been told I’m a beautiful prairie human! Laughing out loud, too.
      Oh, Clare. I got your hug and feel your love immensely.
      Thanks friend.
      xo

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  7. ngerharterMarch 9, 2018 at 8:27 AM

    You are incredible!!

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    1. prairiegirlMarch 18, 2018 at 10:18 AM

      Nuh-uh you are! But, that’s nice to hear!
      Hoping to see you soon. (Can Buzz come?) ;)
      Love.

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  8. Optimistic ExistentialistMarch 11, 2018 at 1:41 PM

    Lynn, I had no idea...I wish I could give you a huge hug right now...

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    1. prairiegirlMarch 18, 2018 at 10:21 AM

      Keith! Long lost friend. Good to see you here!
      WHAT is new in your life anyway, hmm? You still living in Germany?
      I’ll have to check in with you on your site. :)
      Thanks so much for sharing a hug and your kindness.

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  9. Sandra DunnMarch 13, 2018 at 4:40 PM

    I pray for your gentle recovery in spirit, soul and body, Lynn. I'm glad it was caught early. You are in my prayers and sending big hugs.

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    1. prairiegirlMarch 18, 2018 at 10:23 AM

      I know your prayers and good vibes are strong and powerful and genuine!
      Prairie sister, thanks ever so much for the light. xo

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