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Caption: Today marks 6 months since having a double mastectomy. It’s been a crazy roller coaster ride. A lot has happened. A lot has changed. I am a new version of mys… more Today marks 6 months since having a double mastectomy. It’s been a crazy roller coaster ride. A lot has happened. A lot has changed. I am a new version of myself. I live a new reality. I’m grateful that I’m here and for my new appreciation of every day; for the changes I’ve made to be healthier and more active; and for being determined to stick with them. Sometimes, I can’t believe what I actually went through. I thought the anxiety alone was going to kill me. Some days, I feel like an invincible warrior. Other days, I cry like a baby at the harsh reality of it all. But one thing I know and appreciate everyday, is the love and support from my family and friends that have been there for me through it all. My husband and my kids are beyond amazing, supportive, understanding and everything else. My extended family has been incredible. My friends have been a distraction, a release. I’m thankful for all of you. I often hear people use the word “survivor” and I wonder if I will ever be comfortable using that word. It may still be too soon. Even though I am still here and after all I went through, every little ache or pain I feel, or bump or mark I see on my body, triggers instant fear and anxiety. I’ve been told that’s my “new normal.” Not sure if they will ever go away. Hopefully they will lessen over time. When I was diagnosed, people kept telling me that I was strong and brave. I never thought I was either. When something like this happens, you’re forced to just face whatever is thrown at you and deal with it as it comes. I call it showing up. So…..just like I’ve been doing these past 6 months, I’ll keep “showing up” and doing what I have to do, for myself, for my family, and for my friends, as they have all continually shown up for me. ❤️ #doublemastectomy #mastectomysurvivors #breastcancerwarrior #breastcancerwarriors #cancersucks #breastcancerfighter #fcancer #fcancer🎀 #newnormal #showingup #showingupformyself #bilateralmastectomy #cancerwarrior #cancerwarriors #cancersucks #lifestylechange less
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