The days following my lumpectomy were more "normal" than I expected. I was able to deal with any discomfort by taking extra-strength Tylenol, and even then, it was only needed for a few days. I was amazed at how my body was able to go through surgery and recover so quickly. The only discomfort I really had was underneath my right armpit, due to the removal of the lymph node just below. I had taken two weeks off from work, so was able to relax and recuperate a bit. I had originally scheduled those two weeks to be in Mexico on a mission trip with my family, but oh well . . . there's the famous John Lennon saying: 'Life is what happens while you're busy making other plans.' On August 13th, I visited the surgeon who did my lumpectomy for a follow-up consultation. My husband was with me for the visit.