MERRY CHRISTMAS WEEK!
MERRY CHRISTMAS WEEK!
Merry Christmas Week! I hope you all had a great weekend and are thoroughly enjoying the season! It’s taking me a lot longer this last two weeks to do everything I needed to because of the above! I have this darn boot on because of a stress fracture on the top of my foot. I head back to the doctor today to find out how it’s looking, and I am afraid it’s not going to be good. It is still hurting, so that can’t mean it’s healed. I saw my oncologist last week, and she is going to send me to a bone density specialist because of this. She said that having had chemo really does a number on your bones.
I wanted to tell you all a few things. I want you all to know how much I appreciate your support on this blog. The fact that you all read and comment means the world to me. It takes a lot for me to get these posts done, and I appreciate you all so much! That being said, I am going to take off a week or two starting today for two reasons. I don’t want to miss Christmas, and I am having surgery on Friday and will be taking the time to heal.
After my mastectomy, I had reconstruction, and the implants that were put in have been recalled because they are causing cancer. Can you believe that? I will be having those removed on Friday and exchanged with different ones. It’s such a bummer, but I need to get them out. There is a silver lining, though! While I am under anesthesia, I am going to let my surgeon lift my neck! My neck has been bothering me for about four or five years now, and I have wanted to do this. I’m already going to be out so might as well kill two birds with one stone (I heard that that saying is not politically correct anymore, but I’m still saying it). It’s a good thing that it’s winter so that I can wear turtlenecks and scarves for a while!
So, in 2020, my goal is to increase my bone density. I just ordered this Vibration Plate Machine. One of my doctors told me to get one to increase bone density. Have any of you tried one of these machines? I’m looking forward to using it (if my husband can put it together!) as soon as I can.
I wish each one of you the very Merriest Christmas! I hope that you all feel the love and peace of Jesus this Christmas and into the new year. I also wish you the Happiest New Year! I hope you can take the time to write down what you are hoping for this next year. I think writing down your hopes and dreams brings them to life, and I recommend taking some time to do that.
Sending big hugs! xx
Photos: Danielle Sabol
Sweater (size xs) // Jeans ( size 24, slightly different wash) // Sneaker (similar) // Boot (you don’t want it!) Belt (similar here and here) // Bag (similar)
December 23, 2019 @ 7:15 am
Dear Cathy,
So sorry that you have to go through implant surgery again and I wish you a speedy recovery.
I hope you have a wonderful Christmas and I wish you and your family all the very best in health and happiness for 2020. Big hugs, Chris
December 23, 2019 @ 7:18 am
Thank you so much, Chris! It’s a bummer, but a necessity! And, hey, I get a “new” neck! Wishing you a wonderful Christmas and Happy New Year! It’s going to be good! xx
December 23, 2019 @ 7:41 am
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Wishing you a speedy recovery on all fronts!
Merry Christmas and healthy, happy New Year!
Blessings in abundance,
Charlotte
December 23, 2019 @ 8:06 am
Keeping you in my prayers. May your surgery be a huge success and may you heal quickly. Merry Christmas to you! You inspire us all with your grace and authenticity. Wishing you a healthy and happy New Year!
XO,
Kimberly
December 23, 2019 @ 9:17 am
C- sending you the merriest of thoughts for your holiday and the upmost positivity for your healing. I will keep you in my prayers. Sending you ❤️!!!! BestAlways-
December 23, 2019 @ 9:24 am
Girlie!!!!! Sending you LOTS AND LOTS AND LOTS of prayers and good wishes!!!!!! Love you and MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!!!! XO
December 23, 2019 @ 9:27 am
Merry Christmas to you and your precious family. We will miss your inspiring blogs but you will be in my prayers. Praying for a successful and speedy recovery. Can’t wait to see that already pretty neck. Say hey to Buster.
Love, Cissy
December 23, 2019 @ 9:29 am
Hi Cathy,
Sending you love and healing thoughts. I was diagnosed with Osteoporosis 3 years ago and I have reversed it with weight lifting and walking with a weighted vest as well as farting my gut microbiome under control and changing my supplements. Should you cancer treatment have created the OP situation just know there is so much hope. And whole body vibration is indeed an emerging technology in the OP world. A prestigious Bone Health program in Australia is currently studying whole body vibration and OP. Anyway, lots of positive things can come from this foot incident…even if it’s just you educating women on the risks.
I have a free workbook on my website if you are interested in exploring my approach.
December 23, 2019 @ 9:38 am
Dear Cathy, I am sorry you are dealing with.these issues. I appreciate all that you do for us! You make our lives easier and more informed when it comes to fashion.
Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones. If you come to LA I’d love to give you a hug in real life!! Sending abundant love and light, Barbie xo
December 23, 2019 @ 10:06 am
Hi, sending prayers and healing thoughts to you, for head to toe wellness! I thought I would share: I had osteopenia and took meds for years, then had to stop because I timed out on the meds; I also took calcium supplements for years per internist instructions. After many years, learned, from my internist, that I should take half the calcium at night and half at morning because the body does not metabolize that much calcium at one time (it is is the normal dose, over the counter stuff)….who knew? Ever since I started to split the doses, no low scores on my bone density tests! If my doc mentioned it earlier, I did not pick up on it, but I think taking it in two doses makes a diff!! I also take a little extra Vit D (had to take a LOT to get my levels up in the beginning, before they stabilized). I don’t know, might help, sharing info with a super gal who is great to share so much with all of us!!!
December 23, 2019 @ 10:15 am
Merry Christmas. I’ve never heard of that vibration device, so thank you, I’ll look into it.
Prayers for a good recovery after surgery and your foot
December 23, 2019 @ 10:18 am
Hi Cathy, this is Beverly Ward from the flight to Montana. I’m sorry for your medical issues and hope you heal as quickly as possible. I appreciate your candor about your neck surgery. I’ve been wanting to have that done as well. So, I’m interested to hear how it all goes. Good for you for taking time off.
Have a great Christmas and best wishes for great health and happiness in 2020.
December 23, 2019 @ 10:19 am
Sending healing prayers and good thoughts your way. I will miss hearing from you as I love your writing style, style, and wit! Merry Christmas and healing holidays!
December 23, 2019 @ 10:26 am
Good luck with all your surgeries and with your foot! I will be sending good thoughts and prayers your way. You totally deserve time off! Thanks for always keeping us fashionable and for just being you. Rest and Recovery to start 2020!
December 23, 2019 @ 10:53 am
Hi Cathy,
Wishing you the best and knowing you will come out on the other side of this even more beautiful than before. You will love your new neck (I did!) and wish you did it years ago. Be sure to take it easy and just relax and let yourself heal. Lots of binge TV and thinking about yourself for a change! Merry Christmas and best wishes!!
December 23, 2019 @ 11:32 am
Hope your surgery goes well and your recovery is quick. As I am a breast cancer survivor on estrogen suppressing meds, and in addition to the chemo I had earlier this year I’m concerned about my bone density as well. already have osteoporosis and am on meds for it but would love more info on this machine to increase the density. When you’re recovered I’d love to hear your thoughts. Be well and happiest of holidays to you.
December 23, 2019 @ 11:57 am
Let us all know how the neck lift goes please. I’m in the same boat. Used to love my neck and now we’ll let’s just not so now. Good luck with the surgeries.
December 23, 2019 @ 1:05 pm
I love your style, honesty, and strength! You are an inspiration. Merry Christmas!
December 23, 2019 @ 2:12 pm
Merry Christmas and good luck with your surgery. Hope all goes well and you’re back to blogging in no time.
December 23, 2019 @ 2:14 pm
Cathy sending positive, healing prayers your way!! Happy Holidays can’t wait to hear your updates ????????????????????
December 23, 2019 @ 3:10 pm
Cathy… love your fashion blog but love your straight talk about cancer more. I think so much that you share is not something a Dr. can share without going through it. I just had a biopsy for a lump that found the previous biopsy had been done with non- disable stitches which then gathered more scar tissue from the breast cancer radiation. It feels so much better now.
Wishing you the best! Thank you and Merry Christmas ???????? ❄️☃️????
December 23, 2019 @ 3:27 pm
Wishing you a speedy recovery…..I think your neck looks fine ????
December 23, 2019 @ 4:21 pm
Wishing you all the best with everything Cathy. I think your blogs are the best, I appreciate the effort that goes into them and I look forward to your returning when you are ready.
December 24, 2019 @ 7:57 am
Prolia injection got my bone density back to normal. And on their site you can get a card that covers the cost. Only twice a year so you don’t have to take pills that mess up your stomach.
December 24, 2019 @ 1:34 pm
Merry Christmas– sending lots of healing prayers your way. Thanks for the info about the vibrating machine. Could be a big help for those of us struggling with bone density issues.
December 24, 2019 @ 2:40 pm
Thank you so much, Charlotte! i am wishing you a very Merry Christmas and the best 2020! xx
December 24, 2019 @ 2:41 pm
Hi, Kimberly! Thank you so much, girl! I hope you have a wonderful Christmas with your family! 2020 is the year we are meeting face to face! Sending you much love! xx
December 24, 2019 @ 2:42 pm
Hi, Tara! Thank you for the prayers! I welcome all of them!!! Merry Christmas to you and your family! Blessings for the best in 2020! xx
December 24, 2019 @ 2:43 pm
Hi, Tara! Thank you for the prayers! I welcome all of them!!! Merry Christmas to you and your family! Blessings for the best in 2020! xx
December 24, 2019 @ 2:44 pm
Hey, Shauna! Thank you so much for the prayers! I know this is going to be a great Christmas and New Year for you! Sending you love! xx
December 26, 2019 @ 6:42 am
Thank you for sharing your health journey. Sending prayers for a very speeding recovery.
December 26, 2019 @ 9:08 am
Sending prayers for your quick recovery and restoration. God is …
December 31, 2019 @ 9:17 am
I have used another Vibration Machine for years, really helpful in so many ways, Recently, after my breast cancer/mastectomy, my oncologist put me on estrogen-blocking medication. It can compromise bone density as well, so I did a bone density baseline test. It was off the charts for my age! Hooray! I can’t help but think my past use of the vibration machine helped. I will know more in a year. Additionally, my medication does cause muscle soreness and this machine is amazing to help counter that as well.
I am going for part 2 of my reconstruction on March 4. Best of luck to you and sorry that you need to go through this again. But health comes first and as we learn more, changes are essential.
Here’s to a healthy 2020. Cathy