On Wednesday, 13th January 2010, I was diagnosed with colon/bowel cancer. It wasn't till I had to break the news to Jack that I cried a bit - for spoiling our plans to travel to Hawaii for his 40th birthday in April. I worry that Jack might possibly become a very young widower. Our finances should be OK as I've got eight weeks paid leave from work and then I've got HSBC Life (Sickness Choice) cover if I need to take more time to recover from the surgery. My other worry will come if I have to undergo chemo. The doctors won't know till after the surgery specimen has been tested. Jack's direct boss is very understanding and has arranged for him to work from home during the immediate weeks after my surgery. I don't know what to expect, and don't want to speculate 'what might'. Those who know Jack, please lend him your support in whatever way you feel appropriate. Those who believe in God, please pray for me - to continue to have faith in God and to feel his guidance and protection. I am sure that if I didn't have God in me, I won't be this calm!
I will know when the surgery is due by 3rd Feb and keep you posted. I hope you will support me by writing to me. I have a feeling I'm not very good at staying at home for an extended period of time. The weather in the UK is a bit too cold to wonder outdoors after surgery ... and I'll certainly miss the good old Chinese style of chicken soup to aid recovery.
Till my next update :)
P.S. Those who know my mum, please don't mention this to her as I'm planning to call her before my surgery!!!
