It didn't take long to discover Lucia was thinking along the same lines as yours truly, if you know Lucia she doesn't hide her opinion...on anything! She found confidence in the surgeon and his office and so did I. So...actually thinking surgery, I called for an appointment with Dr. Long who had ordered the first blood test.
I said to Dr. Long, "On the day you told me I should schedule a biopsy you said, 'and if it's cancer we'll schedule surgery down in Columbus.' Knowing what you know now...would your advice be the same?"
Well, he started the usual examination of the options and their likely outcomes and I stopped him, "OK, hold it. Here's what I'm thinking and why I'm thinking it...you listen and then tell me what you think of my decision."
When I finished, Dr. Long said, "So you've decided upon surgery...OK, since you've made your decision I'll tell you...that's what I'd do if I were in your place."
Then we laughed about many of the experiences I have had, shook hands, and I walked out ready to call to schedule the surgery. Deal done.
There is a calming effect of making a decision...and I felt better than I had in weeks. Lucia noticed my improved attitude and we began to plan the "grand opening" together.
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