I'm back for a bit. Here is an update as to what's going on at REO World HQ.
Cindy's mastectomy went better than we could have ever hoped for. Lymph node biopsy came back with no signs of cancer and tissue samples from surgery indicated all cancer in the breast was removed, so no need for radiation. Tumor biopsy indicated low enough likelihood of this particular cancer popping up anywhere else, so no need for chemo. PT is going well - she tends to overdo it sometimes trying to get back to 100% asap. The only further treatment going forward will be estrogen-blockers for the foreseeable future (at least 5 years, possibly 10)
Next step is for reconstructive surgery early in April. At that point, I'll be back out again for at least a couple of weeks as she recovers.
This process has been a major ordeal for both of us and I really appreciate the support I have gotten for the REO family. You guys and gals have been great with words of encouragement and understanding. Thank you all so much.