Before breast cancer, Ironman Boulder 2018 was one of the biggest challenges I’d ever faced. I was so proud that I bought my first finisher jacket: it wasn’t the first Ironman I’d finished, but it was definitely the hardest, and it took me to places I’d never been, physically and mentally.
That jacket is now my talisman for each battle in the breast cancer fight. It reminds me that my mind can be fiercely strong, that I’m a fighter, and that I never, ever give up. So I wore it today, along with my F*ck Cancer socks from @chelseadymond - and I’m home recovering.
Pictured, for the curious, in the next photo is one of my actual ovaries - the little beige lump. Doc said everything looked normal and healthy - just another sacrifice on the altar of breast cancer. They’ll send it for pathology just to be sure.
Now 2 long weeks of patience and more activity restrictions, just as I was finally getting some semblance of my life back. I’ll be walking today, and counting down the days until I can bike and swim again.
Thank you all so much for the support and good vibes - I felt you with me today in spirit. I am so grateful for my love @beewood17 who takes care of my body, mind, and soul. Today I am thankful and ready for what lies ahead.
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