Just returned from Tokyo---1st big trip since diagnosis

tommycat

Hi all,
Simply sharing: I just returned from Tokyo and everything went better than I could have hoped. I had my ilestomy reversed in October, went through the Depends stage, and for the last few months have had very few accidents (and can usually trace why, like drinking red wine). Anyway, I purchased some Depends before going away for my one week trip, and the change in diet caused me to rely on them . I ran out while there, but fortunately could find a store in Tokyo that sold them, Japanese-style.
My point is that I was afraid to go, afraid of all the what-ifs that come with colorectal cancer recovery.
But I did it. And I got to see part of the world that I've always wanted to explore.
I did it. Even with my fears.
xo
Stage 3 colorectal cancer, diagnosed 2009
F, 49 yrs, old with two small children.

ketziah35

Glad to see you had fun! How
Glad to see you had fun! How was Tokyo? Sre there still problems from the earthquake? My husband will be going there soon for his job and to a city just northeast of Tokyo. I am a bit worried about radiation levels. HIs mom's family is there.

tommycat

ketziah35 said:

Glad to see you had fun! How
Glad to see you had fun! How was Tokyo? Sre there still problems from the earthquake? My husband will be going there soon for his job and to a city just northeast of Tokyo. I am a bit worried about radiation levels. HIs mom's family is there.

The city seemed safe,
The city seemed safe, although it was a bit hot since the businesses were asked to turn down their AC because of the reduced power since the reactors shut down. Are you going w your husband?

ketziah35

tommycat said:

The city seemed safe,
The city seemed safe, although it was a bit hot since the businesses were asked to turn down their AC because of the reduced power since the reactors shut down. Are you going w your husband?

No. It isn't on my bucket
No. It isn't on my bucket list.