Although I try hard, I’ve always been a “glass half empty” sort of girl, and tend to think a lot of “what if”. Which doesn’t do my peace of mind any good at all. About a month ago I had to go and have one of these, an MRI. This was because after my recent colonoscopy I had a polyp removed, sent to the lab, and it came back positive. The MRI was to check that there was nothing else nasty hiding inside.
The night before my appointment to get the results I was trying to get to sleep, and told myself, “it will either be good news or bad news”. See what I mean – where were the positive thoughts? But as a (previous) cancer survivor, sometimes it’s hard to remain positive about health glitches. Anyway, I’m delighted to report that the results were clear and that nothing else was found. The specialist confirmed that the nasty little polyp was contained, slow growing and of course, had been removed. Whew, thank goodness for that! Now I can start breathing again.
Do hope I haven’t offended anyone with this rather personal story. Guess what I’m saying is to urge you all not to put off those tests and procedures when they are scheduled. Mammograms, colonoscopies and the like are so important to our overall health and early detection really can save lives. I’m very grateful to the wonderful hospital care available in my country, New Zealand.
On a lighter note, we called in to see grand-daughter Emma at work the other day, to drop off a birthday gift for her upcoming big birthday. I can’t believe she will be turning 30 in a few days – where have all those years gone, I wonder? Emma is a barista and made us coffees, and came to sit down with us on her break. She really doesn't care to have her photo taken, but I claimed “Nana Privilege” and took a quick snap.
Grand-daughter Emma making our coffees
16 comments:
A negative result is the one we all wait for and want. Speedy MRI appointments, and an equally quick one for the results are what we should all have when needed. So happy for you. We still have a cold wind here at times, but the sunshine hours are extending more almost every day. That coffee out on the deck in the morning is not too far away.
Great to hear the good news & catching up with your grand daughter
I totally understand that feeling when you await test results. Especially after your experience. Very happy you got good news Jenny....hugs xx
Thankfully Alls good with your health and yes it is important for us have our check ups and tests....
Nice to be able to enjoy a lovely coffee with granddaughter for her birthday ..
Happy for you that it was good news. Jenny, the thing about 'glass half full' is that the glass can always be re-filled ..... maybe yours just got filled. ^^
Such great news on your health front! Every year when test time comes around, I tend to worry over them too...hugs, Julierose
What a relief to have good news from your test. I'm glad you were comfortable to share it with your readers, especially with the reminder to have the scheduled tests done to protect our health.
I'm so glad your report was good. I'm pretty sure I'm mostly always a 1/2 full girl. I am of the belief that you summon the bad juju that you think about so I always try to think good things. Anyway, I WANT the Universe to work that way, lol.
xx, Carol
Your granddaughter is lovely, and I'm so happy for your good results! I am an eager reader.
~~Susan (USA)
So pleased your results were good, put it behind you now and enjoy life. Lovely you were able to meet up with your granddaughter. Lovely for you heading into summer it's got much colder here, having to wrap up warm on the back of the boat. Hugs.
Judith nb Serena
Thank you all for your kind words, I wasn't really sure if I would be sharing this or not,or if it was "too much information" as the granddaughters say.
Finding cancer before it spreads is never too much information. So glad that yours was caught in the early stages. Now, breathe and get on with what you so enjoy doing!
Jenny, I’m so glad your test results came back clear. Don’t ever worry about sharing things like that - we all learn through others’ experiences as well as our own, and a reminder from friends is both beneficial and kind! xo
Great news and a wonderful result. I agree - get the tests done!
I’m so pleased you had good results....but not half as relieved as you and yours. It was good you could catch up with your grand daughter. I bet she makes great coffee.
Glad to hear you had a good result! So pleased for you and no I don't mind if you share. Travel on!! :-D
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