Nearly 5 years

maltomlin

I'm coming up to 5 years since my dx and I have such mixed feelings.

I remember so well the feelings when first dx. The fear, is the most powerful feeling. The loss of control, is another. I know I made my funeral arrangements after my dx (they are still there on my PC).

I mourned the loss of my chemo buddy, and all the other great ladies who were on the forum at that time.

BUT I also celebrate life! I'm still here, enjoying life. Taking on new challenges and walking in pastures new. I love life. I am so thankful for my chance to enjoy life again. 

I think we owe it to those who have gone before us, to make the most of life and enjoy it. That's what I'm doing!

Moderators

Well we are so happy to celebrate your 5 years with you, Maltomlin! Thanks for sharing your inspiration here -- it really means so much!

Here's to many, many more!

--Your Mods

Gitane

It's an important milestone.  I'm glad I came across your post, so I can say how glad I am you are enjoying your life.  I love to read your rememberences, so much like mine, and your hopes.  Hugs to you,  G.

maltomlin

Hi Gitane

I remember you from 'the old days'. We've all changed from those early days (I know I have) but like you, I want people to know that BC isn't a death sentence and a lot of us do actually get through treatment to live another day. We're here to prove that.

Hope all is well with you.

gillyone

And on to the next five years! I'm glad you find joyful times to celebrate and new challenges to, well, challenge!

proudtospin

I am coming up on my 5 years also, June 2008 as when I flunked the mamo. Dec of this year if all goes well, onco says I can stop the aromasin.

so why do I feel so...crappy? scared really 

working on retiring in a year so 2014 (I will turn 65) is going to be a really big year for me, end of the aromasin and stop working