First Mammogram

I recently had my first mammogram.  Yay, me!   Yes, I'm 40.  The pictures with the woman's exposed back to camera don't tell you anything!  Having a mammogram is like having a part of you put into a sandwich press/panini style.  It really wasn't THAT bad, but I had no idea that any amount of pressure would be used or that "flattening" was part of the process.    Bottom line: Get the mammography done!

I'm only writing about this because I received a very carefully/generic letter in the mail stating that I need to make an appointment for a special view evaluation!  The letter was perfectly written not to alarm me, but to encourage me make an appointment.  Of course, it didn't say not to be alarmed, so I was disturbed to say the least.  I made my appointment as soon as the office opened.  Thankfully, this "evaluation" will be done by a radiologist and I'll be able to ask questions and hopefully get answers.  Maybe, I'll share them and maybe I won't.

For now, I'm going to remain calm because I know the thoughts that God thinks towards me are thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give me a future and a hope.  (Jeremiah 29:11)  So, I'm just thankful for another day with many blessings: my husband (a firefighter home safe), my children (happy & healthy), my mom (always committed to me), AND my health (priceless)!

Picture Source-The Inflammed Spleen

How to Rock the Mall GS Style

Well, it took some courage to mark off these prime spots and then leave, but I have to admit it was smart and building courage is part of the program.  So, good for those girls and their leaders.  I wish I had thought of doing this.  We arrived at 9am and my little Daisies were ready to go by 1pm.  So, next time we will be prepared with ribbon and a rotating air conditioning break schedule, too!