by Lynne Tapper | Oct 4, 2011 | On Being Positive
As I was leaving for dinner last night with three of my absolutely wonderful and amazing friends, Leland mentioned that he was going to tell the kids about the surgery. Since we have a long day of pre-op doctors appointments in New York and their schedule was going to...
by Lynne Tapper | Oct 1, 2011 | On Being Positive
I have wavered on this topic for many months. My gut said, “of course reconstruction”. But then I realized how much more surgery and recovery it would be and I panicked. Then I read an article this summer about how silicone breast implants won’t...
by Lynne Tapper | Oct 1, 2011 | On Being Positive
I hope to post interesting, thoughtful, and kind words that I receive from friends and family members in this space. This week’s lucky winner is Bonnie H. Bonnie is a dear high school friend, who makes me laugh and smile every single time I see her and even...
by Lynne Tapper | Oct 1, 2011 | On Being Positive
Since I’m a “planner,” I planned this surgery over nine months ago. The doctors (who I will get to in later posts) and their staff have been amazing as I prepare for this event. However, I think they thought I was a little nuts when I called in...
by Lynne Tapper | Sep 30, 2011 | On Being Positive
This blog will NOT focus on the medical information that surrounds this decision. There are lots of doctors, genetic counselors, websites, message boards, and patients to whom you can talk to find out more about this medical issue. If you’d like to see a chart...
