Houston has confirmed my surgery date for:
Hmmm. November 4. Traditionally known as voting day in America. Well that's certainly appropriate because I vote YES to evict the unwelcome brain invader! Who's with me?
Between now and then I have lots to do because I'm going to be in Houston for a while and home recovering afterwards for however long it takes. Slow and steady, day by day.
I'm going to try very hard to focus only on a positive, successful outcome and not on having to go through the surgery itself or the what if's. Otherwise, I'm going to get really, really scared.
I'm also going to focus on gratitude for everyone who has reached out to me with offers of help, prayers and healing energy, and encouragement. From this I draw strength! I am surrounded by so many wonderful, loving people. Thank you for your kindness and concern. Thank you for being my cheerleaders!
And now, because humor makes everything less scary, here's a little humor...
"Brain surgery. Its not exactly rocket science!"
(click on the link below for a youtube video)
Brain Surgery - Mitchell and Webb
My brain was sharing space with a large pineal gland cystic mass, but it was not welcome to stay! This is my story of how I became my own best medical advocate, did my own research, and worked to dispel the medical myth that these cysts are incidental findings and do not cause symptoms. Personal experience and my research reveals this is not true. Many people suffer because this myth perpetuates and they don't get the care they need. I'm going to help change that by sharing my experience.
I can't say how much it's appreciated that you're sharing your story! Each post brings understanding and hope. Sending positive vibes your way! :)
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