[Absolut Speed]

My wife, who is just 29 years old, was diagnosed with breast cancer today (Thurs). She found a lump last Friday, had an examine Monday, a mammogram Tuesday and a biopsy today. She is scheduled to have a lumpectomy and more tests Friday at 6:30am.

This whole week has been one of misery in waiting. We kept telling ourselves that her odds were too small considering her age, but alas, she was part of that fractional percentage that are diagnosed in their 20's. So guys, make sure your wives, gfs, daughters are all keeping up with their checkups. We believe it was caught very early on, but we'll find out more tomorrow after they check the lymph nodes.

Worse, the doctor has told her she can't have children for 5 years due to the treatment, and that has just absolutely crushed her. Her parents are in shock and disbelief and aren't handling this too well. I've certainly got a lot on my plate.

[PF Flyer]

Keep on hangin in there with a good positive outlook. With todays technology, procedures and early detection, prognosis looks good.

My wife just had three small 'stints' placed in the right side of her heart last week after a stress test determined that there was some blockage. Once inside it was revealed that it was a 99% blockage of the right anterial artery. It was repaired and with an overnight stay, she came home. A few followups, some new meds and she'll do fine.

Thoughts and prayers to the family.