The Beginning: June 11th, 2009 @ approximately 10:30 am, and confirmed at 4:30 pm, I was diagnosed with Invasive Lobular Carcinoma, AKA, Breast Cancer! I would soon find out I would be spending my summer vacation in and out of the St. Francis Women's Health Center. If there is anything good to say about timing, it's that I have been blessed with a teaching job and have ten weeks to concentrate on my journey to survival! Mom, Dad, twin, Daughter Brittany and best friend were with me from the start.
Currently: The past two weeks have been spent in and out of appointments to get me acquainted with all the members of my team. So far, all have been honest, helpful, up-front and have treated me as though I am the only woman on the planet with this disease!
By the way ladies, if you need Mammos, the Carol Milguard Center in Tacoma ROCKS!
Next Up: Surgery is scheduled for July 2nd at St. Francis Hospital by Dr. Richard Gould. At the time of surgery, I will have a mastectomy to remove the right breast. ( The tumor caused by the cancer is too large for a lumpectomy). Following surgery, I will undergo 3 to 6 months of chemotherapy, then 3-6 weeks of radiation. Reconstruction will occur after treatment.
PRAY, PRAY, PRAY, that God will take this horrifying disease from my body! Thank you all for your support!
About Me
- Teri
- I currently have the best job in the world, a teacher at Federal Way High School. Teaching is my passion. I spend my free time collecting M&M dispensers and garb, hanging out with family and friends, coaching club volleyball (my second passion), camping, and working at Safeco field where I love the Mariners! My future goals include pursuing my National Board certification and winning the lottery! My beautiful daughter, Brittany, just graduated from FW and is off to Eastern to earn her teaching degree. She is my shining star!
We are praying every day that God is with you and keeps you strong.. You are a strong, beautiful woman and we are here for you~~ We love you~~
ReplyDeleteStay strong Teri! In those quiet moments just remember you have 11 girls standing stong behind you and all their "crazy for you" parents too!! We're adding you to the Wright Family prayer list!
ReplyDeleteTut-
ReplyDeleteYou are on our hearts and in our prayers. Here for you if you need anything! Love ya!
Teri
ReplyDeleteThe Warren's wish you the best. Our prayers go out to you and we will be thinking about you all summer.
Teri-
ReplyDeleteTina from Team 1 is with you all the way. My prayers are with you and I wish you a speedy recovery. Much Love from the "rookie" you trained in 2006 during the Boston series - of all series :-) Be strong and I know you will pull through this!
Your friend and teammate, Tina
Hi Teri,
ReplyDeleteI'm trying to make sure the blog works right...so if this shows up, we'll know it's all systems "GO!" I hope you are having a nice evening....Go M's!! Karen
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ReplyDeleteTuttle, My thoughts and prayers are with you. The Burke family prayer chain has been activated and a rosary is said for you every Friday...your friend Rosemarie
ReplyDeleteTut, My Friend:
ReplyDeleteIt breaks my heart to know that you are walking the journey that I traveled nearly 10 years ago.
You have been guided to a wonderful team of doctors who will see to it that you will overcome the beast that is growing inside of you. The days will be long and arduous, but survivorship is amazing!
On the day that I was diagnosed my doctor said that he would make sure that I would see my grandchildren, I never had my life summed up like that before, but that is what I live for.
So in your most challenging moments, take yourself to the quiet place within yourself and believe that after this nightmare is over, you will look back at this time in your life and be thankful for your spirit, medical team, and loved ones who pray for your recovery.
If there is ANYTHING you need, please let me know! I Love You Teri!!! Carmen
As one who is praying for you, I believe that God will hear our prayers. He will guide the physican's hand to safely correct the damage and destroy this invasive disease which has entered your body. You will be stronger, you will be a voice, and you will be around for the other lives you must touch. Continue to have faith and display an aura of euphoria. Sandra T
ReplyDeleteHi to my BFF and sister in Christ. I am so very proud of your positive attitude and the courage you have shown. I truly believe that our 60 mile walk for breast cancer together was not a coincidence, but rather a test for this experience that you will go through. I will be there with you every step. Keep the faith my friend and remember....."those who wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength and they shall mount up with wings like EAGLES.." I love you! T
ReplyDeleteTeri,
ReplyDeleteI've been thinking about you. I wish you much strength during this very, very difficult time.
I have the following prayer on my computer desktop--and it gets me through tough times--I thought it might help you.
It helps me stay focused and keep moving. It helps me look forward and not get stuck in a desperate, hopeless place.
Otherwise, I can get paralyzed by the 'why me' and 'what next!#!?' and 'i can't handle another thing!'
This, too, shall pass.
many hugs,
diane
St. Theresa's Prayer
May today there be peace within.
May you trust God that you are exactly where you are meant to be.
May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith.
May you use those gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you....
May you be content knowing you are a child of God....
Let this presence settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love.
Teri, I just logged onto my FWHS email today and discovered the scary news. I am praying that you will be completely healed, and I am adding you to the prayer chain to which I belong. May God's perfect peace surround you. Love, Mary W.
ReplyDeleteBeen thinking about you all day. Please let us know if you are up for visitors tomorrow. Praying for God's peace and healing.
ReplyDeleteKrista and Lara
my dear friend,
ReplyDeleteits me! the one that was there many years ago. We were both trying to get through life. We helped eachother and we parted. we tried to get together, but life kept us apart.we conected again, but life again happened. It does not matter because we always know when the chips are down, one of us will be there when needed. Still wondering? yelling at the TV was more entertaining than the game. darts anyone?
Im here, you need something from me? let me know... Prayers to Him that heals.
miss you very much,
-Me