Everyday Road to Healthy

  • Home
  • Healthy Eating
    • Recipes
  • Health & Fitness
  • Self Care
  • Home Care
  • ERTH Finds
  • About Us
    • Contact Us
    • Copyright
    • Privacy Policy

September 18, 2012 ·

Stupid Cancer

ERTH Family

I remember when my college best friend’s dad passed away several years ago, I heard her mom say that she was able to get through it by the grace of God.  That by knowing there was a greater reason things happen, gave her peace.  I truly believe things happen for a reason.  We may not know what that reason is right now, but it has gotten me through many moments in my life.

Like the past week.

Last week I had my annual gynecologist appointment.  Yes, it’s not something we talk about, but it’s something all us women go through (at least we should).  Well he found an “area of concern” near my original cancer site.  I can talk about it now because all is okay…didn’t want to put you all in suspense.  But for a few days leading up to my appointment with my breast surgeon, I wasn’t sure.  Logically it couldn’t have been anything.  My prognosis after all my treatments was good, I did everything I needed to do to keep the cancer from coming back and I was eating healthier and exercising more than I ever had.  But that small part of me (okay large part of me) that was worried overshadowed all of my positive thoughts.  A lot of “what if” scenarios ran through my head.

My parents went with me to the appointment today.  As much as the hubby wanted to come and as much as I wanted him there, it just made sense for him to stay home to pick up the kids from school.  He is my rock….literally too, like I mean he’s solid muscle like a rock, you can’t budge him.  Seriously though, if he couldn’t be there, my mom and dad were my close second and I am fortunate enough to have parents who would drop everything to come to my side. 

The drive to the hospital I was my usual, happy self.  I was cracking jokes, telling my parents about funny things the kids have done recently, and really just being positive.  But I’ve realized I do that sometimes to make a tense situation not so tense.  I just don’t want anyone to be uncomfortable.  So it really shocked me when we crowded into the elevator and I started getting anxious.  I felt claustrophobic and

could.

not.

breathe. 

As soon as we got off the elevator I broke down and started shaking.  Like shivering, cold shakes.  I’ve had a couple pretty emotional appointments in my life, all having to do with stupid cancer, but this was the first time I shook with fear.  I was scared to be back there, scared to find out I had cancer again, scared to think I would die and leave my children without a mom.  It seems silly now to think that, but  it’s hard not to think the worst when dealing with stupid cancer.

To make an already long story shorter than it could have been, the doctor ended up finding no areas of concern and truly believes it was swollen lymph nodes from this nasty virus I’ve had for a few weeks.  I will have a breast MRI in a couple weeks just to ease my mind (thank God) but I left there feeling so much better than when I came.

So I’m coming up on my four year survivor anniversary.  Every year I usually celebrate and tell the world (ie Facebook) that “It’s my cancer survivor anniversary!”, but this year I’m going to be quiet.  I will privately celebrate with my family (my rock of a husband always gets me flowers) but that’s it.  This year it doesn’t feel right to shout from the mountaintops.  I’ve attended two funerals this year (TWO!) as a result of stupid cancer.  I don’t  want to celebrate something that these two people will never be able to celebrate.  And I almost feel like I was getting too cocky with all my confidence about being healthy and surviving.  This little scare knocked me off my high horse and has made me realize I cannot take my health for granted. I have to be thankful every day.  This little scare was my “everything happens for a reason” moment this week.  The reason it happened was to make me stop and think, stop and take a look at my life and my health and be thankful and continue to do something to make it better.  Continue to do something to make someone else’s life better. 

So take that, stupid cancer!

Tweet
Share
Share
Pin
0 Shares

Don’t miss out!

Previous Post: « Meat Free Monday: Lime & Jalapeno Slaw
Next Post: Paleo(h) what am I getting myself into? »

Footer

LET’S GET SOCIAL

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

everydayroadtohealthy

We recently went on vacation to Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 and had an amazing time! I wrote up a recap in case anyone is looking for more information or just wants to live vicariously through my blog post. 😆 I am so grateful for the time spent with my family and I am glad we were able to make this trip happen. Life is short. Take the vacation. 🏝❤️
.
Link in bio @everydayroadtohealthy ☝🏼
.
#everydayroadtohealthy #healthyliving #healthylife #healthylifestyle #healthyeating #healthyhabits #selfcare #healthandwellness #healthandfitness #startwhereyouare #puertorico #sanjuan #elyunque #jobosbeach #islaverde #vacation #familyvacation #summervacation #makingmemories
It’s the 1st of the month AND a Monday. Could b It’s the 1st of the month AND a Monday.  Could be considered a double whammy or could be the perfect combo for a fresh start or to try something new. Either way, our August goal tracker is here for it! 🍉🍦 Download your free copy on our blog (link in bio @everydayroadtohealthy ).
.
#everydayroadtohealthy #erthgirls #healthandwellness #healthylifestyle #healthyeats #healthyeating #healthandfitness #healthyhabits #stayhealthy #goaltracker #habittracker
Happy Independence Day! 💥 We hope everyone is h Happy Independence Day! 💥 We hope everyone is having a safe holiday weekend! ❤️🤍💙
.
#everydayroadtohealthy #erthgirls #healthandwellness #healthylifestyle #healthyeats #healthyeating #healthandfitness #healthyhabits #stayhealthy #4thofjuly #independenceday
💥 Our July goal tracker is here! 💥 If you’ 💥 Our July goal tracker is here! 💥
If you’re like me and like the satisfaction of checking things off a list, this might be for you. Just pick your daily goal and color an image every day you accomplish that goal. ☑️ Go to the link in our profile @everydayroadtohealthy to download the free printable. ❤️🤍💙
.
#everydayroadtohealthy #healthyliving #healthylife #healthylifestyle #healthyeating #healthyhabits #selfcare #healthandwellness #healthandfitness #startwhereyouare #earthdayeveryday #dailygoals #habittracker #freeprintable #monthlyhabittracker #dailyhabittracker #stayhealthy #pushing50
If anyone is in the market for a natural deodorant If anyone is in the market for a natural deodorant, I have one for you to try. My requirements for a natural deodorant aren’t that picky…it should be made with clean ingredients, go on smooth, smell good, not irritate and actually work! My last brand started irritating me for some reason (formula change maybe?) so I went on the hunt for something different. This @primallypure deodorant is one I’ve been using for about a year now and it checks all the boxes. I love it! The scents I've tried are geranium, lemongrass and blue tansy (more of a masculine fragrance imo). My husband likes the charcoal one. If you want to give it a try, the link in bio @everydayroadtohealthy will give you $10 off $50 or more and I will get $10 for the referral (win-win!). I found the referral AFTER I started using it regularly, not the other way around so #thisisnotanad 😜. If you try it, let me know what you think!⁠
.⁠
#everydayroadtohealthy #erthgirls #healthandwellness #healthylifestyle #healthyeats #healthyeating #healthandfitness #healthyhabits #stayhealthy #erthfind #naturaldeodorant #productrecommendation #primallypure
Good morning!☀️ This morning I’m enjoying th Good morning!☀️ This morning I’m enjoying these 🫐Blueberry & Banana Oatmeal Muffins, which are an easy, tasty and healthy grab-n-go breakfast option. Find the recipe by going to the link in our bio @everydayroadtohealthy 😋. 
.
#everydayroadtohealthy #erthgirls #healthandwellness #healthylifestyle #healthyeats #healthyeating #healthandfitness #healthyhabits #stayhealthy #startwhereyouare #breakfastrecipe #grabngobreakfast #muffins #oatmeal
Anyone else feel like June showed up out of nowher Anyone else feel like June showed up out of nowhere? Now that I’m finally feeling better after Covid, it’s time to start setting some June goals. Go to our ✨link in bio ✨ to download a copy of our June tracker and set some daily goals of your own.
.
#everydayroadtohealthy #healthyliving #healthylife #healthylifestyle #healthyeating #healthyhabits #selfcare #healthandwellness #healthandfitness  #startwhereyouare #habittracker #goaltracker #dailygoals #junehabittracker #summergoals
That’s some good-looking bone broth! 🍗 Last n That’s some good-looking bone broth! 🍗 Last night I roasted a whole chicken for dinner and instead of throwing out the bones, I put them in the slow cooker overnight to make some bone broth. Perfect timing since there’s a cold going around our house!
.
Some benefits of homemade bone broth:
✨High in nutrients such as calcium, magnesium and potassium.
✨Heals the gut.
✨Protects joints and strengthens bones.
✨Improves the immune system.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 
Recipes may vary but here is what I put in  mine:

✔️1 whole chicken carcass in slow cooker with enough water to cover
✔️2 tsp salt
✔️1 onion, quartered
✔️Fresh herbs (I had thyme on hand)
✔️1 Tbs apple cider vinegar (important to draw out the minerals)

Slow cook on low for 24 hours. Add salt and pepper to taste. 
Strain into containers and store in fridge for up to 5 days.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

#everydayroadtohealthy #healthyliving #healthylife #healthylifestyle #healthyeating #healthyhabits #selfcare #healthandwellness #healthandfitness #startwhereyouare #earthdayeveryday
#bonebroth #homemadebonebroth
To all the moms, we hope you have a special day! 🌸
#happymothersday
Load More... Follow on Instagram