I keep thinking about therapy. Maybe it really is time. Did it feel weird talking about ‘just’ surgery recovery when others are going through chemo?

Thanks Lisa. Logically, I know you’re right. But watching my husband come home tired from work and still have to make dinner because I’m crashed on the sofa… the guilt is just overwhelming sometimes.

Bowel-wise, maybe a couple of months of careful reintroduction to feel mostly normal, though still have occasional weird days. Energy-wise… still working on that 6 months out! It takes time.

I remember being so happy to eat salad again! Started with small side salads, simple vinaigrette. Also found cooked spinach, green beans (well-cooked initially) were okay early on. Listen to your body! If something causes gas/pain, back off and try again later.