My skin cancer is interfering with my weight loss journey!

[@AthomewithKaren]

When I first got the news, I confess that I was a bit freaked out for a couple days. It is, after all, cancer! But then I calmed down and just got on with it. I trust my doctor, he's great at what he does, and it'll all be ok.

[@charlareidbodyandsoul]

"... the alternative is I'll be dead." Giirrrlllll - you got me cracking up over here! 🤣🤣Honestly that's exactly how I deal with tough stuff - use humor to stay sane! OMG!! You forgot to put on your shoes!! Now I'm starting to feel normal! 🤣🤣 "That's not big enough to cover a fart!!" I can't you're killing me over here!! 🤣🤣 I can't tell you enough how much you encourage me - the fact that you are going through so much pain - not only physically but in your heart and mind as well - but you are going out and being in nature and doing what your body needs to truly heal. You're not running to tons of food to stuff down the pain and worry. AMAZING!!! 💪💪💥💥With that type of puncture biopsy and incision we tell our patients "at least 2 weeks" if not more to recover. I know you're stressed about your weight journey but I'm SO GLAD you're following the doctor's orders because if that opens up or gets infected you'll be out for a much longer time. So yes, please take it slow and do what you can with what you have right now. Even if you just work on upper body for now and focus on your intake (like you said with the calorie deficit) then you'll be doing AMAZING! I love you BIG BIG and am sending you love and hugs and prayers in loads and loads!!! 💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝

[@AthomewithKaren]

Bahahaha I wondered who'd see the fart part! I was so annoyed about that bandage! 🤣 I did admit that I self medicated with ice cream but that information didn't make it to the final cut. I don't feel bad about it (much). My pain levels are quite low now. The Fibro flare settled down and my wound only hurts when I bump it. I got out and did some gardening today, which was nice. I'm still hoping for a Sunday trip to the gym. 🤞 I'm glad I made you laugh! xxx

[@TheMoodyshyte]

Sending you positive energy, Karen, You'll get it all sorted and get back on track because that's who you are!

[@AthomewithKaren]

Thank you, Moody! Absolutely! As frustratingly inconvenient as it is now, it's much better than the alternative could be!

[@COOPERHOMEENTERTAINMENT]

Oh my goodness. What a journey you have been and are on. Sorry it has been such a difficult thing. Be careful as you move forward with light exercise. Sending healing and prayers.

[@AthomewithKaren]

It feels like the last six months have just brought one trouble after the other. The thing about troubled times is they make you really appreciate the good times even more! And good times will be back soon! Thank you for your good wishes and ongoing support. xxx

[@COOPERHOMEENTERTAINMENT]

@@AthomewithKaren hang in there. It will get better. Sending all the support.

[@sydneymavi4301]

Wishing you a speedy recovery Karen. I've had melanoma on the back of my arm removed and its not a pleasant thing to go through. You seem like a very positive person, keep that up, have your checks done regularly and everything will be good. Sending you lots of good energy and prayers. I will be watching your videos for updates. Take care and be well.

[@AthomewithKaren]

Hi sydneymavi, thank you so much for your thoughts and kind wishes. It's been nine days so I'm feeling almost normal again. There'll be an update video in a few days. 😊

[@emilijastamenkovic9884]

Wishing you speedy recovery 🙏, you got this🙃

[@AthomewithKaren]

It's going well. Thank you, Em. 😊

[@gumnut6697]

Sorry to hear what you have been through Karen. However, very good you had the melanoma cut out. Good that you still have your weight loss and exercise plan going. 💪🏻💪🏻

[@AthomewithKaren]

Thank you, GumNut! I'm doing pretty good. The plan is going slow, but it's still going! Thank you for your kind thoughts. xxx

[@swanny7195]

Good you found the mole early and get it removed! Hope you get well very soon :)

[@AthomewithKaren]

Yes, I was lucky to find it! 😊 It's only been 3 days but I feel well and have very little pain. Thank you!

[@HomeHealthandEverythingElse]

Hi Karen, what a scary thing to go through. I'm sending you prayers and healing vibes for a speedy recovery. It is good you found it before it was any worse and I pray the results come back and it shows they got it all. You live in a gorgeous place. Even with the tide out I can tell how peaceful it is there. Take care!

[@AthomewithKaren]

Hi, Helen! I'm healing well but it will be good to get the test results next week so life can start moving forward again. Thank you for your supportive vibes from across the ocean. 😊

[@HomeHealthandEverythingElse]

@@AthomewithKaren You're welcome, Karen! ☺

[@rhondasawyer2176]

no doubt this is putting the brakes on a bit for you, which is very sad. But Karen, you have such a positive attitude towards life and challenges you will get through this. keep smiling honey.. all good things come to those who stay on the bright side. Sending you the best wishes and prayers for a quick turn around xx

[@AthomewithKaren]

I feel well. The wound site only hurts if it gets bumped but I do get tired easily. This is only a minor setback. I'll be back at the gym soon with a renewed enthusiasm! Thank you, Rhonda, for your kind words and support.

[@jennyspence1308]

Oh wow 😳 Karen

[@AthomewithKaren]

I know. It's a bit like that! But I'm surprised it hasn't happened sooner, considering where I live.