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Another doctor, a stand in, from Dr. Lee's office called to give me results. The tumor characteristics are pretty much the same as last time, which is good news. He said "looks very similar." The really good news is that it is still estrogen positive. This makes it easier to treat, just because there are way more drugs and "stuff" out there to fight it. I apparently am estrogen central. You want estrogen? I got it. If only I could bottle it and sell it. Turns out I am far more girly than I ever realized...

The other good news is that Dr. Lee is calling in a second opinion. I have a lot of respect for Dr. Lee and I feel like she takes good care of me, gives me her personal cell phone number, calls me on her free time, etc. I have wondered though if I should seek out a second opinion. She referred me to Dr. Chui at OHSU. He's a breast cancer specialist. I asked the stand in today why I was being referred, he said she just wants to be sure that she's making the right decisions for me. He also said they should call me by Friday. I love that she's seeking out someone else for me, and she's not too proud to ask for help.

I assume that I won't have to do another biopsy, they've got that data. I see no reason to, but the medical world is pretty good at curve balls and change-ups...

I've been trying very hard to remain calm, and to stay positive and enjoy the moment. I think the universe is recognizing my efforts. I feel really good about today's news. They didn't call to tell me they made a giant mistake and there wasn't any cancer, but I feel like I have the next best thing.