Day 20 ~ Feb 6 2009 ~ Test was negative!!!

This has been a very long week. This morning was grueling as I waited for the appointment and during the actually imaging. The imaging itself wasn't too bad. At least I didn't have to be squeezed tight. Charlotte, the tech, took 4 views. It was a nuclear test to look at the cellular activity of both breasts. When the radiologist came in and told me the test was negative and I was fine, I almost cried. I had been wrapped really tight. I am very, very grateful for all the support and prayer. Today's picture was taken in the waiting room BEFORE the test. Thank you everyone.

Day 19 ~ Feb 6 2009 ~ First image w/new camera

Played with the new camera and got at least one cool picture. Lots more questions to ask at Best Buy on Saturday when I attend their monthly D-SLR camera class. The macro gets me as close as 1.6 ft. Close enough since I have Photoshop to get more in-depth photos later. But I wanted to get this up on the 365 Blog.

For those of you who are following the mammogram saga, I called Silent Unity this afternoon and received very comforting words of prayer. Thanks to everyone. Tomorrow's photo(s) will be taken at the lab. Maybe I'll even see the handsome radiologist again.

Day 18 ~ Feb 4 2009 ~ Molly & the new camera

She doesn't think much of the new camera. Probably because it doesn't jump and play with her. She is still my favorite model.

Day 17 ~ Feb 3 2009 ~ Lunch

After a business meeting in North Phoenix, I stopped for lunch at a wonderful Mexican grill at the Desert Ridge Mall. Decided that between stuffing my face and reading my current novel, I could take a photo for the 365 Project. I ate spinach & mushroom enchiladas with white sauce plus rice and beans, chips and dip. Stuffed myself.

Day 16 ~ Feb 2 2009 ~ No new pictures

I traveled to Scottsdale & Phoenix for 2 days and just didn't take any photos. My mind was elsewhere. I'll make up for it another day.

Day 15 ~ Feb 1 2009 ~ New Camera

Went shopping on Jan. 31 and ended up with a new Canon D-SLR. Haven't learned all the tricks yet but I will. My college major for my BA was photography. I love the feel of the camera and the sound when the shutter clicks, it's music to my ears. Lots to learn yet. That's part of Molly's tail next to the camera.

Day 14 ~ January 31 2009 ~ Mammogram

I debated whether or not to post this picture. It is very personal. I told the radiology tech that I was documenting my daily life and she might have thought it was a little strange. Anyway, I got this image of my right breast being squashed. Geez. Anyway, after this follow up mammogram, the radiologist ordered an ultrasound. Still no difinitive results. So he came and talked to me about doing a special test called Molecular Breast Imaging. He said he was 98% sure that what was showing up was scar tissue from a biopsy done in 2001 but to make sure, the test would be the best and easiest to do. I am scheduled for Friday, 11:00am MST. He preferred this type of test vs. an MRI. I'll have the results at the end of the 1 hr. test. He was pretty sure I did not have breast cancer and I can only hope he is right. In the meantime, God has given me the gift of peaceful acceptance as I wait until Friday. I imagine I'll get anxious on Thursday night and Friday morning. However, I'm thanking God for scar tissue. When I talk to the radiologist, I'll ask why it didn't show up the last time. Oh, well. Maybe I'll even get his picture. He is the best looking radiologist I have ever met.