Port removed yesterday

The anticipation was far worse than the actual event.  Except for a small sting with the Novacaine shots, it was painless.  Am a bit sore this a.m. but nothing an ibuprofin won't take care of....Hopefully there will be minimal scarring and I won't have to wear turtlenecks all summer:-)  The port itself was rather pretty, all bright purple and shaped like a heart.  A Purple Heart.  Wounded in battle.  How appropriate for all of us dealing with this illness.    I say prayers of thanksgiving for everyone on this site and for our continued strength and recovery.