NSV -- I attended my niece's bridal shower!

I am 10 weeks post-op and I have rejoined life. A year ago I probably would have figured out how to NOT GO to the

bridal shower because of so many things--self-image, feeling judged, discomfort, etc. Yesterday, I was confident and

it made my niece and sister-in-law tear-up with happiness to have me there. During the sit-down luncheon, I was able to eat

a little of almost everything. It was a beautiful vegitarian luncheon but I had a Protein Shake before going into the

party so was comfortable I would get what I needed. I only had one person comment on how little I was eating. The

amazing thing that hit me was when we were preparing to sit at the table -- I chose a seat in the middle -- not

on the end. I have never done this before! I have always sat at the end so that I wouldn't overflow into someone else's

space. Yesterday, I was "normal". Thinking back on it, I was still probably one of the larger guests at the

party, but that wasn't even an issue for me as it would have been in the past. It was a very special day and

I am grateful that I didn't miss out on it.

I'm also grateful for this always-inspiring forum!

What an awesome experience and thank you so much for sharing it with us. The closer I get to surgery the more I need reassuring and comforting stories to keep my mind balanced. I understand all the risks, I understand there are complications, I understand that it's not easy and I may be one that has complications, I am so aware of them and am going into this with wide eyes, but hearing positive and uplifting stories that some day things will be better, makes me so happy.

I hope you have a great NSV every day!!!

Thank you for sharing.

Whoo hoo!! I am almost 3 months out and I too am rejoining life! Going to the beach, lake, dinner, etc with friends, not feeling like cancelling plans because I don't feel well or am embarrassed! It is such an awesome feeling and I love my "sleeved" life!!