Seven Years
Today marks seven years since my doctor told me I had cancer. Not only did I have cancer, but I had "the bad one."
I knew no one with cancer and had no idea what was ahead of me. But I had a computer. I made a post on a breast cancer board and suddenly I had all these responses coming back to me. Women I didn't know were taking me by the hand and letting me know that I can make it through all that was about to be asked of me.
I discovered I had sisters all over the world and I could reach out to them when I needed a hand and they would gladly offer one. When I was rediagnosed five years later the love and support I received from all of you held me up and got me through it all yet again.
This is a post of gratitude. For all of you who stay online and reach out to the newly diagnosed, who help veterans through the trials of post diagnosis, who offer friendship unlike any other.
You have been a Godsend to me and I can never find the words to thank you all enough,
Seven years, two cancers and counting.
Thank you. All of you.
Love,
g
Comments
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Hi there:
Congrats to YOU!!!!
all the best
yes, Sisters are great
and two something nice for YOU
Hugs,S
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Wow! What an inspiration you are! I just want to say CONGRATS and all the best of wishes, that you will come here in the next 7 X7 fold years to tell us how well you are doing and how very much you continue to gain support form this group of fantastic women!
So happy for you! Looking forward to following you lead of reaching those yearly milestones of being cancer free~ Stay well and enjoy life! You've earned it!
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Nosurrender, 7 years and going strong. May you be cancer free for the rest of your life.
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Gina,
A Big CONGRATULATIONS to you. You are one of the first people that reached out to me when I arrived here. I read but it took me awhile to get the courage to post.
Thank you for reaching out to so many to ease their fears. May you have many 7 x 7 years dancing with NED.
Brenda
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WOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!! You go girl!!
Hugs, Trish
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Congratulations Gina! You have reached out to so many. Im dancing with you.
Nicki
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Dear NoSurrender: That's is just wonderful! We are so happpppy for you! Here's a BIG hug.
I remember you when I first joined immediately after bc treatment and I remember learning so much from your posts. I remember, too, that I had gone to your web and learned from there, too! Thank you for helping us!
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Gina...you are one special lady...and we all appreciate your caring..
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Gina -
Congratulations!
Your postings and your site have been inspirations, and given me so much information and guidance.
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Right On!!!!!
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Congratulations Gina!
That is Terrific & Awesome to hear!
Pam
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And we reach out to you in gratitude for all you have done for those who came after you. You have been an inspiration and support to so many of us. THANK YOU!
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Gina, congratulations!!! Thanks!!! Hugs!!!
Ann
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Oh, we love you, dear sister! I never really realized it has been that long for you. You go, girl!
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Hey sweet girl,
You never surrendered!!!!! Congratulations and thank you for posting such good news!
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Hey G,
What an inspiration ....
A two-time Survivor!! Thanks for being my friend, and a friend to so many.
love,
Bren
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Congrats to you!!!
This site is a godsend and I agree the women here are so helpful. Much more helpful and cheaper than therapy!! I come here almost daily to connect with others and not bore my friends and family who just don't understand how mentally consuming this all is. You gals are always willing to listen and tell of your journeys. THANKS
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It'll be 7 years for me this week too. WTG.
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Gina, you've been an inspiration to me since I joined the board. Congrats on the 7 years!
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Happy, happy anniversary to all!
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Each year is a milestone, to be savored. Congrats to Gina (and Amy) for pushing through and hanging out here to do what you do.
Hugs,
Anne
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Gina,
Congratulations!! You have been such an inspiration to so many women here!! You took my under your wing, and it really helped me!! You are such a wonderful person! I want to thank you for all your help! It has meant so much to me!!
Amy,
Congratulations to you, too!!
Harley
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Thank you all so much. I don't know what I would ever do without you.
Hey Amy! Seven is a lucky number!
Love,
g
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7 Years? holy canoli! May you have 77 more years.
Janis
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nosurrender..never better named!! XXXXXXXXXXXKerry
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CONGRATULATIONS, GIRRRRRL! You just keep on counting those years 'cause they're gonna keep on coming!
~Marin
(PS- 7 years? No wonder you've got "the itch"!
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Gina, a big congratulations!!! May you have many,many more healthy years. You were one of the first I met here. There are no better people than my bc sisters.
Amy,congrats to you,also...many more healthy years for you!
Oh,happy day!!!
Hugs and prayers,
Candie
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Congratulations on your 7 year cancerversary! You are an inspiration to me and others. You have handled your recurrence with such courage. I am so happy that you are doing well and wish you many many more happy and healthy years ahead!
Hugs,
Lexi
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Gina:
Just saw this and wanted to add my congrats on the 7 years!!! Wow, that is just great. Now as many have said - on to 77 more.
Amy:
Congrats as well to you on the 7 year mark!! Again - 77 more, right!!???
Hugs to both,
Pat
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Thanks so much...
You know it seems longer in some ways and just like yesterday in other ways. I cannot believe how much I learned in that time- Like I got my masters and PhD in BC!
Wishing everyone 77 more!
Love,
g
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