Phyllodes Tumors 🤕

Another day another doctor!

Second opinion on the phyllodes tumors. 

During the biopsy the doctor put a marker in the growth so the surgeon will be able to find the one that’s pre-cancerous. The first surgeon I went to gave me weird vibes. She told me she didn’t NEED the marker. She kept messing with a different growth and kept telling me I was wrong in which one was biopsied. Well I was there and it still hurts so I’m very well aware of my body. I want to get as many of the lumps out at one time. There are a total of 7 but 3 of them are concerning. My fear is that they take the wrong one and the bad lump stays. I don’t want to keep being put under and cut on. I would prefer them to cut them all out but some aren’t worth taking. 

I found my first lump while I was in LA filming. Came home and had a mammogram. I was only 32!!! It’s important to do self checks ladies 💕

Breast Implant Illness & Upcoming Explant Surgery

A lot of people don’t know about my health issues but I feel like I need to share my story to bring awareness to this situation.

In 2013 I got a breast augmentation. Within a year I noticed signification changes in my health. Chronic fatigue and weight gain. I was 143 lbs before surgery (April) and by Christmas I was 180lbs. Now my weight has been fluctuating between 193-197 depending on the day.

I developed IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). In 2016 I found a few concerning lumps in my breast and then felt all over joint pain. Skin crawling sensations and restless legs syndrome. I have had tons of lab work. Low vitamin b12 and D3 constantly showed up on my labs. I would not absorb vitamins and my labs never got better. My anxiety and depression worsened and I’ve tried tons of medications.

I was eventually diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia and hypothyroidism in 2017. The lumps in my breasts are potential phyllodes tumors.

I found a group on Facebook "Breast Implant Illness" and have been reading tons of news articles about Breast Implant Illness. Having been a healthy child with perfect attendance all through school and to develop practically overnight crazy medical issues I decided I really need to figure out what is going on.

I have decided to have my implants removed before having my lumpectomy. I really want to get to the root of the problem and I think it’s because of the silicone implants I have. I think my body has been poisoned by these implants and my body is fighting against them.

Next Wednesday I will have the implants removed. It’s a 3-6 week recovery time. I am going from a DDD back to whatever comes out of the surgery. I was barely a B cup before I got the implants.

I am fearful I’m going to have body image issues after the surgery. That’s the reason I got the implants in the first place. It’s not as easy as thinking I’m going to be healthy again. It’s not a vanity issue either. There is more to it. It’s hard for me to put into words how I’m feeling about all of this.

I want to be healthy again. I would love to be able to work a full time job. I have had to rent so many hotels over the last few years because driving to Peyton’s dance competitions are exhausting I couldn’t drive and then go to the comp in one day. An hour drive would make me exhausted.

Nervous and excited about these upcoming surgeries.

That dreaded think called working out 💪🏼

If you’re like me and  a total homebody.  I  pay monthly for a gym membership and maybe get to the gym, well let’s be honest. I’ve only seen the inside of the gym one day this month. Too many health issues to go into detail but working out is not so easy for me. I need to lose at least 50 lbs to be in the “normal” range. Per my doctor UGH. So i decided to say YES to a few shake programs. I hate the chalky taste of protein shakes. I have a 3 or 5 day trial of the following shakes: 310 Nutrition, Herbalife, and Flat Tummy Co. 

This week I posted a few posts for FlatTummy “Shake it Baby”! They are yummy! 

I’m going to keep you all in the loop on my favorites and where you can get them. Also I’m going to blog progress. 








XOXO,
Kerri

Kitchen Reno

This last fall we had a broken waterline on fridge and it ruined our laminate flooring. Since the entire floor had to be replaced, we decided to re-paint the cabinets and install tile. 

BEFORE:

During the remodel our stove and dishwasher needed to be replaced. I was able to get the entire look I've been wanting for this kitchen.

The painting process took a while. I had shoulder surgery in the middle of the tile installation and Mike had a lot of work. We had a lot of trouble with painting the cabinets doors because the paint and primer would not cooperate. Thankfully a lady at home depot told us about Alkyd paint. This paint changed our life. We painted the pantry door, trim, added new bead board to kitchen peninsula, and added new hardware.

This year I am able to decorate for Christmas. We were without cabinet doors for a while last year. 

AFTER: 

I am definitely falling in love with my kitchen. It still needs new counter tops, back splash, rugs, and window treatments. I just haven't figured out exactly what I want yet. 

XOXO,

Kerri

Welcome to my blog!

Hi Everyone,

I decided to make a blog about my life after Dance Moms. Not all of us moms have the glitz and glamour life. I am still a homebody. I love crafting, diy projects, and home decor. I have taken an interest in refurbishing furniture into a farmhouse look. Soon I’ll sell but right now I keep falling in love with pieces I must have for my home.

This last winter we remodeled our kitchen. Went from really ugly beige and blues to an all white kitchen. I am still waiting on counter tops and backslash but overall I’m already loving my kitchen.


With the remodel I have started redecorating my home. HGTV inspired and fixer upper insured decor. Rustic charm with a little farmhouse feel.

I’m going to start showing my decor and linking to websites where I purchase because I get lot of inquires. This should be fun.

XOXO,Kerri