Lesley Stuart's Friends

Lesley Stuart's discussions

Started Oct 29

About Me:: Hello Fellow Survivors!
I am Lesley, and I am 39 (almost 40 in August!), and I am married to a great guy and have 2 beautiful children--an 8 year-old daughter, and a 2.5 year-old rascal for a son!

I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in April of '07, and had my chemo summer soon after. WOW--talk about a change of life and perspective! Through that experience, I learned so much about myself, and about what is important. I know that people have sometimes said that a cancer diagnosis was almost a gift to them, and I agree with that. I don't want cancer to define me, but it was such a mind-blowing, life-changing experience, that I can't deny it---I'll embrace it!

I am so glad that I found this site--I have not read Kris's book, or even seen the documentary yet, but I plan to!

I am not into juicing (yet), but I am slowly going vegetarian. Too bad I love food so much! (And wine too!). I also love yoga and exercise.

I will write more about myself soon!

Lesley

Favorite Book:: There are too many---right now I'm reading Steve Martin's autobiography about his start in comedy and it's wonderful!

What's your personal mission statement?: I haven't figured it out yet, but I'll let you know.

At 9:32am on October 7, 2008, Audrey said…: Thanks Leslie for your prayers and encouragment on my alter/prayer post.

My in-laws live in Northville (6 mile/Haggerty area). I'm sure the Dallas/Fort Worth area is great - my husband used to travel a lot for business and says he always enjoyed going there.

I do have what's called a PICC line on my right upper arm, but no port in the tummy. The PICC line allows for IV hook-up into a more prominent vein and for blood/lab draws.

They'll be giving me taxol and carbo. Not sure what doses and I'll receive 6 treatments at 3-4 week intervals.

Thanks again!

At 9:22pm on October 1, 2008, Mary said…: Hi Lesley,
Thanks very much for writing back!
I am very confused though: you've mentioned that they operated because the cyst was not changing! I thought the standard thinking is to operate and remove ovaries when the cyst is changing, like becoming a mass or growing to be over 3 cm large. Where was your pain located: in lower right abdomen, where the ovary is located?? What type of pain was that: sharp, "needle like" or dull, constant or just happening on some days??
MY cyst on the right ovary stays the same at about 1.2 cm, does not grow or change and the red doppler shows good blood flow, which is a good thing because its not a solid mass on the ovary.
But I do have pain in that area and in my pelvis several times a week. I am totally confused now; what should I do???
Thanks for listening,
Mary

At 2:54pm on October 1, 2008, Lori Shields said…: Hi Lesley,

I am sending up healing prayers for you. I love the picture of your little family. You are beautiful!

xo
Lori

At 1:49pm on October 1, 2008, Glamma karen said…: Welcome to our little corner of the world.I call this place the collective voice of healing!There is always a shoulder here to lean on and many to celebrate with.

At 2:39pm on August 1, 2008, Mary said…: Hi Lesley,
Welcome to our CSL family!
I see that you were diagnosed with OC: this is an issue that is very close to me at this point. I have lesions and cysts on my ovaries plus many other symptoms yet, I feel the docs for some strange reason just dismiss that! Plus they have told me that early stage ovarian c is very hard to diagnose: ca-125 wont' help, nor an ultrasound, nor cat scan, etc. I am very frustrated, to say the least. May I ask you: how was your oc diagnosed? Was it through an ultrasound or maybe cat scan? I see that many women with oc have a normal level of ca-125, so it cannot be an important measuring tool.
How are you doing now; how do you feel?
Have a nice weekend!
Mary

At 1:17pm on July 15, 2008, Sundari said…: Hi Lesley! Welcome to CSL:) As you begin exploring the site, remember the search tool in the upper right corner in case you are looking for specific info. Also, check out our personal messaging feature (envelope icon) in the upper left corner, in case you want to email someone through the CSL forum. Let me know if you have any questions! Its also helpful to read the town rules, which are listed in the left hand column of our Main page.
xoxo,
Sundari (Corinne)

At 8:46am on July 11, 2008, Callie said…: Welcome you lovely lady. We all cannot wait to get know you. We have grown so much in twentyfour hours it is remarkable. I have to tell you we are all thrilled you are hear. SO dive in search out topics you love.. find groups that fit you and just enjoy. If you have anyquestions there is always someone who can answer them so just start a new thread. Much love and Many Blessings. Callie

At 7:07am on July 11, 2008, Gina said…: Hey Lesley,
Welcome! So glad u found our little cyber town.
Gina

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