My first mammogram

I went for my first mammogram today. You can refer yourself for one if you are over 40 years old. I got it done at the hospital. My friend, DL came with me. It helped to go through it with another woman. DL has had breast cancer too. So she was very supportive and helpful to talk to. I was very nervous about it. I was supposed to get one done earlier in the year but I chickened out. I was dealing with my FIL and couldn't deal with it at the time. It was very quick. I found it easier than going through a pap smear. My appointment only took about 10 minutes and it was done!

I'm trying to stick to my healthy new years resolutions. I am currently 156 pounds. I still do yoga. I'm walking every day. I'm dealing with my health issues. I am seeing the specialist next month about a hysterectomy. It's a very big surgery and a lot to think about. I'm trying to cure some of my health issues through a really good diet and exercise plan. My fibroids are causing me a lot of troubles. I even had some mid cycle bleeding this month. It's awful. At least I'm getting some help now. It took me a long time to reach out for help.

I'm glad that I had my mammogram done. It can save lives. My friend is a great example of that. She's had breast cancer. It was detected through a mammogram. So I know that it's important. It's hard to do these types of tests but important. I want to be around for a long time. I am starting to really understand about how important it is to be healthy. I want to grow old with Master Anakin. I want us to live a long life. I'm glad we are making important life changes. Master has also lost weight. We have been working on it together. We are a strong couple. Our force is strong.

May the force be with you all!!

~padme amidala