The weeks leading up to this day have been very emotional for me.  As I reflect on surgery day & recalling the details of that day, I am overwhelmed.  I am grateful beyond words that I have survived to this point.  I have truly changed my thinking & living habits.  Basically, I am trying to live IN THE MOMENT & be thankful for the people who surround me with support, love & caring.

As I think over this past year, I can’t help but SMILE.  I was able to attain a goal I had set “in my mind” at the beginning of 2010.  I managed to get thru 2010 with NO MAJOR MEDICAL procedures!  This is the first in 5 years.  It’s hard to articulate the JOY and sense of accomplishment I currently feel.  I am HOPEFUL I can continue on this path!

I met with Dr. Guintoli for our annual visit.  All continues to be well from this perspective!  I appreciate his sense of humor, always.

Yesterday I spent most of the day at Johns Hopkins going thru my 6-month follow-up testing.  I had bloodwork, CT scan w/contrast of my chest, abdomen & pelvis and an ultrasound of my thigh.  I then met with Dr. Weber.  (I have changed to one Dr/one set of appts, all the same day.)  I received the call this afternoon that all the tests came back negative & within normal ranges!  All is well & I am so thankful!