Yes folks, I'm finally posting a recipe.
If I were to say that these have been an easy past few weeks I'd be severely lying. I'm sure most of you read my most recent post about having a biopsy last week for skin cancer and lemme tell you...waiting for the results have been absolutely grueling. And if the doc couldn't make things any worse, he informed me that if the biopsy comes back negative then they'd just shoot me a quick email letting me know I'm in the clear, if it's positive then I'd be receiving a phone call to discuss what my next steps would be.
Well the phone rang.
Yes unfortunately my biopsy came back positive for abnormal cells and lets just say my heart completely dropped. This isn't supposed to be happening to me...at 28 years old...at the beginning of what I was hoping to be the best summer ever. But I truly believe all things happen for a reason and the doctor told me that I was extremely lucky this was caught very early.
I'm scheduled for more surgery next week and they are hopeful they'll be able to remove everything without any future problems. All I can think is how grateful I am that my foot got slammed into the door and I ended up in the emergency room, otherwise I probably would have never noticed this spot on my leg.
God truly does move in mysterious ways.
The emails I've received since sharing with you all my experience last week have been absolutely tremendous, I can't even begin to explain how much they all have meant to me. Some shared with me their personal struggles with skin cancer while others sent me the sweetest messages wishing me well. I know I haven't been able to respond to them all yet, but I promise you I will!
But aside from all this madness, I was able to enjoy a wonderful weekend up in New York at our friend's wedding. The weather was gorgeous and the wedding couldn't have been more beautiful!
Here are a few snippets from our weekend.
Now here's the most simple recipe you'll ever make that is just perfect for parties or fun events!
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Servings: 10
Serving Size: 3 skewers
Calories: 58
Fat: 3.7 g
Carbs: 3.0 g
Fiber: 0.7 g
Protein: 3.5 g
Old Points: 1.3 pts
Points+: 2 pts
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30 cherry tomatoes
30 mozzarella balls, patted dry with a paper towel
Basil leaves
Pepper
Balsamic vinegar
Using 6-inch bamboo skewers, first place a cherry tomato, then a large basil leaf followed by a mozzarella ball. Continue these steps until you have the amount of skewers you want, arrange them on a platter and sprinkle with a bit of pepper. Serve with balsamic vinegar or drizzle over top, just remember to drizzle right before serving so that your basil leaves don't wilt. Enjoy!
Thanks for all your prayers and sweet thoughts,
hopefully now I can finally get back into the swing of things and start cooking again.
My poor boyfriend is starving!
70 lovely comments:
This looks absolutely fabulous. Awesome idea!
Oh Kelly I'm so sorry! I will be praying for you girl. It is a blessing that you caught it so early. What did the spot look like on your leg? It's scary but I know you'll make it thru this! :)
Katie
Being 65 I've been throught the skin cancer stuff..several times..luckily, none of the BAD skin cancers..only the very slow growing, easily removed "stuff". But any suggestion of the C word is scary..every time! Love this anti-pasta plate..SOOOOO easy, and obviously yummy! Have a great summer..it doesn't have to be anything else. The surgery is minimal and just slather on lots of sunblock!!!!!
Thinking of you!
I'm so sorry the phone rang but like you said, God works in mysterious ways so be thankful it was caught when it's treatable and not spread. I don't know if you use a self tanner or not but L'oreal Sublime's products have produced a tan that looks exactly like yours so you can still have that "glow". Just make sure you slather on the sunscreen because using it can make you more susceptible to sunburns if you don't. A good 55 SPF with UVA/UVB protection will do the trick!
This too shall pass! ((HUGS))
Wow - such a difficult time for you but I'm glad that it was caught early and all will be taken care of before it gets any worse. Best of luck to you and a quick recovery following surgery!
So glad to hear the news, love! Will keep praying they get it all.
Hey girl! I'm so sorry to hear of your skin cancer. And unfortunately I can relate. In March 2010, at 24 years old, I was diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma on my nose. I had to get the size of a dime removed and I now have a 15 stitch scar in the shape of a B on the right side of my nose. It is SO scary to go through and I hope that your surgery goes well! You can read more about my skin cancer here: http://www.siobhanmccarthy.ca/2011/05/practice-safe-sun.html
And if you have any questions, please ask away! xox
Kelly!!
I'm so sorry to hear this.. You'll be JUST fine girl. Just be incredibly strong because I find that when you just carry on with your fine self when going through something like this... all the negative sort of gets washed away. :) I know that sounded incredibly dorky but it's the truth!!!!!!! :)
-Jess
Kelly!!
I'm so sorry to hear this.. You'll be JUST fine girl. Just be incredibly strong because I find that when you just carry on with your fine self when going through something like this... all the negative sort of gets washed away. :) I know that sounded incredibly dorky but it's the truth!!!!!!! :)
-Jess
Those skewers look amazing!! Just wanted to tell you that I had positive test results last month for atypical skin cells. I had two spots removed in a quick and painless procedure. I was scared, but looking back it really wasn't that bad. Wishing you the best of luck with your surgery!
I, too, was diagnosed with melanoma - Stage 1 two years ago. Life changing experience. It's hard because I always had an outdoors lifestyle as I have horses. I never was one to lay in the sun or tan but didn't use sunscreen.
Anyway - love your site! Keep the recipes comin'!
So sorry to hear about the results!! I am glad they caught it early, though, and that there is a high chance of being able to remove it all without future problems. Best wishes and lots of love!!
Side note: this recipe looks SO good and so simple. Love it!
These look fabulous! Can't wait to try them! :)
Also, I'm praying for you and your health today!
This looks delish and so easy...love it! Will definitely be making these ASAP.
I will be keeping you in my thoughts/prayers. Lots of love sent your way!! Good luck next week :)
I'm so glad you caught it! I have a "freckle check" next week - inspired by you and the fact that my dr. told me I was "moley". Ew.
You look great - but that better be a spray tan lady!!!
Love this idea! My family just returned from living in Italy for a couple of months, and I certainly wish I'd have thought of this when I was there, where mozzarella balls were cheap and tomatoes abundant. Thanks for sharing.
I am sooo sorry about what you're going through! My dad actually just had a skin cancer spot removed from his face and now I am soo paranoid about being in the sun. I am SO grateful that you found it early! Skin cancer is just so common these days it's unreal. I'm glad you had a good weekend beautiful!
Don't worry Kelly! Everything will be ok. It was really good they caught it early. Good luck with everything!
It's definitey scary but a good thing that the doctors are on top of it.
These skewers look so perfect for a summer appetizer. It doesn't get much better than Caprese flavors!
You're going to be just fine - you're healthy, young and have a wonderful attitude.
We're here for you - it takes a lot to share something so personal with so many. Thank you for letting us in.
Ohhh Sweetie you'll be fine! God does work in mysterious ways. I am so happy you hurt your foot!! Don't worry everything will be fine!! I'll say a little prayer for you.
On another note, I LOVE the salad! Caprese Salads are my favorite!!!
I am so happy that you caught it when you did I have a feeling everything will be fine - bad things can't happen to such an amazing women! Best wishes! BTW these look great as usual!
I love your blog! Thanks so much for sharing what's going on. I'm praying that the surgery goes well and that you'll be done with it. I'm so glad the found it early!
I'm so glad that they got it early and will be able to get rid of it. So sorry you are going through this though! Hope everything gets better soon!
I've only been reading your blog for a short time, but one thing I know is that you are a strong girl & you will get through it!
Hang in there love!
Hey Kelly! I luv Caprese! I can share this with my girl friends! Keep positive thoughts~ your Guardian angel is with you! :) My angels have always taken care of me!
Lots of luck~ ~ ~~ !!
These looks delicious and simple. I love your presentation-makes all the difference! :)
Kelly, I will definitely be lifting you up in prayer during my daily devotionals. Thank God that your foot got slammed (seriously). I pray that the peace of God would be with you during what is obviously a scarey time
I'm so sorry :( I hope they catch everything and that you'll be healthy soon.
I'm so glad they caught it early! Good luck with the surgery!
And those skewers do look absolutely amazing!
Yummy recipe!!
So glad that everything was caught early and I am wishing you a speedy recovery for your surgery and positive results.
1. Caprese skewers are the best & these look fab.
2. You are so not alone on this skin cancer thing. Last year, at my pre-wedding dermatology appointment, I asked my doctor about a suspicious spot on my chest. She freaked out, biopsied it & of course, it was cancer. Luckily for me, just basal cell carcinoma, but cancer nonetheless. A former tanorexic, sun worshipper, etc. I felt like a fool. I lucked out that it wasn't more serious but it really makes me think each time I step out into the sun or even think about jumping in a tanning bed for a nanosecond. Good luck to you, girl!
I'm so sorry to hear your news :( I am so confident that everything will be just fine, as I'm sure you are too. But nonetheless, I'll be sending plenty of prayers your way for peace and comfort during this process.
So happy you found out now instead of later! I can't imagine how nerve-wracking that must have been/is still is, but I am sure you are in good hands and I pray you will be all back to perfect, soon!
I'm praying for you!! The Lord works in mysterious ways, but He is looking out for you! And these skewers look delicioussss :)
I am so sorry to hear it came back positive. It's a good thing that you caught it so early, though. My thoughts are definitely with you.
On a brighter note, I want to face plant into these skewers. Seriously, they look delicious!
Prayers are going to you girl! I really admire how open you have been and know that because of that, people everywhere are praying.
And leave it to you to STILL post an absolutely fabulous recipe. :)
Prayers are going to you girl! I really admire how open you have been and know that because of that, people everywhere are praying.
And leave it to you to STILL post an absolutely fabulous recipe. :)
Adore this Kelly! Great flavors.
Thinking of you and hoping for the very best for you.........
Thank goodness you found it early. Praying that all goes well for you!
So glad you are back Kelly! I have missed you and your recipes! Just had 2 Basal Cells removed...one on my nose and one on my back. My husband also had a pre cell removed from his chest. Sun is no joke! Use that sunscreen girl! Prayers going up for you :)
I freakin' love caprese.
So sorry to hear your news :( So glad you caught it early, and can do something about it! Scary stuff, thinking of you!
These little skewers are so cute, and great for a summer party!
So sorry to hear your news, thoughts and payers coming from here!
Sending you many thoughts of health and healing, my friend.
You look great! Love the dress :)
Such a pretty plate. This is my favorite dish of summer. And the fact that they are skewers is so much fun.
Wow, have I missed alot! My positive thoughts are with you pretty girl! Keep up the good attitude. Great dish, this is one of my favorites!
I am sending prayers and good thoughts your way! I hope that you will breeze through this quickly. Love anything that involves tomato, basil, and mozzarella. You can't go wrong!
Okay I can't even think about the food right now. I am so sorry you are going through this Kelly. I will be sending good vibes your way. Stay positive which I know is easier said than done.
Sorry to hear that you need to undergo surgery. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Thanks for posting these delicious treats with everything that is happening in your life at the moment...you are an inspiration! XXX
Wow! I am glad that they can fix this and that you found out quickly...how lucky your foot incident ended up being!
Sending lots and lots of love Kelly! Good luck with your surgery, I'm sure everything will go great, I'll be thinking of you! Wishing you a very speedy recovery girl!
And those skewers look perfect! Caprese is sooo good, love it on skewers!
Keeping you in my thoughts! I know everything will go smoothly! Just continue to think positive thoughts :) xoxoxo
Oh Kelly! I am so sorry. I have been out of the country so I am just seeing your news. You will get through this. Hugs!
I'm going to have to try this! Thanks for sharing :)
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I'm so glad that the docs caught it early! Your blog is very fun and I'd love to browse through your back posts :) These recipes look awesome!
I hadn't seen your earlier post so I'm so sorry to hear you were worried and stressed. Yes, it seems you have a little challenge to get through but all will be well in the end. Now, keep that pretty face of yours out of the sun and buy some darker makeup instead. :) The recipe looks delicious, by the way!
You'll get through this! Keep a positive attitude, and congratulations on making the foodbuzz Top 9!
Kelly,
God does work in mysterious ways, and at least you caught it early. Early detection is the key. Sending positive thought and prayers your way. Stay Strong! I'll be thinking of you.
Congrats on the Top 9 today! Those skewers look amazing!
Kelly this is my all time favorite salad; what an ingenious way to reinvent it! Perfect for the warm weather months too. Glad things are looking up a big for you.
Sending healthy skin thoughts your way!
So crazy because I had these exact tomato kebabs on my mind for weeks now! Yours came out beautifully.
We took my dog into the vet because he ate some cat litter and was throwing up. They took some blood to be safe and we found out his liver was about 2/3 full of masses. He's been on chemo ever since and 2 years later he's doing quite well! I hope everything turns out ok with you!! The world does work in mysterious ways...
Hello! I just run into your beautiful blog. I want to send you my best thoughts and wishes xx
Oh, gosh. I'm so sorry that abnormal cells were found and that more surgery is needed. I'm sending positive juju your way.
Like I said in a previous post, I was diagnosed with stage III melanoma at age 23 after years of sunbathing and using tanning beds. Now I'm determined to save others from this. It's definitely not "just" skin cancer.
Good luck on your upcoming surgery!
Chelsea
Http://adventurewithmelanoma.blogspot.com
They look so fresh! Beautiful.
They look so fresh! Beautiful.
Perfect recipe! Hahaha. :) And cool dress!
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