Don't Fear the Elephant!

It is my 63rd birthday. It is also ten days since I received my breast cancer diagnosis. It does not seem possible that it has only been ten days. It seems so much has happened, yet so little has happened. I did receive some "good" news last week. I found out the cancer is not aggressive; I am estrogen receptor positive and HER2 receptor negative. This could indicate no chemo in my future and I will be on hormone therapy after surgery and probably radiation. I am still waiting to get the approval for my insurance and a referral to the breast surgeon.

What I have noticed is I seem to have two kinds of people in my life. Those who ask me what I have learned and how I am doing; and those who seem a little nervous about approaching me, say a quick "Hi," and then hurry off.

I just want to say to everyone, "Don't be afraid of the elephant in the room." As you can see, I am dressing my elephant up and not hiding her. I am happy to talk to you about how I am doing, what new news I have, or anything else. I am a bit like that elephant; I have thick skin. Don't be afraid to talk to me, don't be afraid you will upset me.  

God has blessed me with His calming peace. I am not afraid of whatever is to come. Embrace my elephant and let me share God's faithfulness with you!