Thank You So Much...through the years...

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Anonymous
Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
edited June 2014 in Life After Breast Cancer

This past week marked the 4 year cancer-versary of my bc diagnosis. I try not to dwell on it, but needless to say... a year hasn't gone by that I don't reflect upon it.

Back in July of 2005 - when I was dx'd with this insidious desease - my dh stumbled upon bc.org. I will never forget it... He yelled down to me " Honey... I found a discussion forum for you... there are lots of girls dealing with this and I think you should check it out".

Of course I did... and I received the most incredible advice. I never - in a million years - thought that I would have the luxury of "talking" to women who had experienced the same thing. I was in awe, choked up and amazed after reading the posts... and quite frankly... I was inspired. I received answers and advice and encouragement from women who were dealing with the same situation as me.

Since then, I continue to be inspired. And I just wanted to let all of you know that I truly appreciate each and every one of you. Women - by nature - are incredible! I love and respect each and every one of you! Thank you for helping me through this journey... I could not have made it without you!

I have learned from you... and I will continue to help those who are newly diagnosed... I will give back so generously - just as though you all gave to me.

Be well... let's stick together... noone, other than us, can feel what we feel...

Much love to all of you and big hugs too!

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  • Dawnbelle
    Dawnbelle Member Posts: 696
    edited July 2009

    My first car was a GTO.

    Nonetheless, I can't imagine how you feel about these ladies. I love so many already & I am new.

    Some parts are newer than others, but,  we won't talk about that.

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  • abbadoodles
    abbadoodles Member Posts: 2,618
    edited July 2009

    Laura, we love you, too.

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  • elliem1207
    elliem1207 Member Posts: 1,583
    edited July 2009

    laura,

    what a lovely post. this website has been such a lifeline to me, and you said it so eloquently.

    thank you for putting into words what i feel

    ellie

    xx

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  • Raye99
    Raye99 Member Posts: 1,350
    edited July 2009

    Laura -

    What a beautifully written post. Thank you! You've helped me in so many ways - with your strength, kindness, intelligence, creativity, empathy and that marvelous sense of humor you have!!

    Raye

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited July 2009

    Laura...I too was dx'd 4 years ago (4/5/05) and felt exactly as you did when I found this amazing community of loving & supportive women. And I too have been so inspired over the years and prompted to continue trying to be the best person I can possibly be. But I recall your being especially inspiring...always honest, thoughtful and often very funny. So I'll just thank you for finding this forum of all of us and continuing to stick around and contribute to our mutual effort to THRIVE rather than only survive! It seems that we do need one another, don't we?

    ~Marin

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited July 2009

    OM! Thanks so much! You girls are awesome!

    AND - I am glad you think I'm funny...! My favorite thing to do is LAUGH! lol

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  • candie1971
    candie1971 Member Posts: 4,820
    edited July 2009

    Congratulatiosn Laura, many more healthy years to you. I know how you feel about bc.org. I feel the same way. I enjoy reading your posts!!

    hugs to you!

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  • lexi4
    lexi4 Member Posts: 1,074
    edited July 2009

    Laura,

    Happy 4 year cancerversary!! You have always been such a kind voice on this board. I am so happy that you continue to do well. Also thankful for bc.org for giving us a place to come to support and share our stories.

    Big Hugs,

    Lexi

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  • dreamwriter
    dreamwriter Member Posts: 3,255
    edited July 2009

    One of my cats looks similar to Fit Chick.  His name is Bart.  We are still trying to earn his trust.  He used to be abused until his owner took him in.  But Bart gave his heart to his rescuer;.  Cause he doesnt want to like us.  But he has no choice, we are such likeable people.

    LIVING PROOF

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited July 2009

    daisy, candie, lexi, dreamwriter - THANK YOU SO MUCH!

    I was in awe back then - and I am in more awe today!  I really, truly appreciate each and every one of you! We just have to keep encouraging each other and lending support. Love ya!

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  • Rachel_BC
    Rachel_BC Member Posts: 1,386
    edited July 2009

    Congratulations Laura and Fit!  Thank you for saying what's in my heart.

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  • SoCalLisa
    SoCalLisa Member Posts: 13,961
    edited July 2009

    Congrats, Laura ..you are soooo right..

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  • AnneW
    AnneW Member Posts: 4,050
    edited July 2009

    Laura,

    You've come a long way, baby!! Four years flies by, but living it those first years seems like an eternity!

    BC will always be part of your life, but it doesn't have to rule you. Congrats on this milestone!

    Anne

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  • iodine
    iodine Member Posts: 4,289
    edited July 2009

    Well, well, well.  Has it been 4 years?  I feel as if I've known you much longer!  You have such a head on your shoulders and amazing common sense and, as noted, much laughter in your heart.

    You have added so much to this community and for you to articulate so well what we all feel, just shows how smart you are!

    It is an honor to know you, kiddo!

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  • Estepp
    Estepp Member Posts: 6,416
    edited July 2009

    (((((( LAURA)))))))

    Congrats... and WAY TO STAND up for BCO on support.. I agree.. personally, I do not think I could have had the spirit with all this.. if not for the WOMEN here and the SPIRIT of Love here...

    Laura... one big HUGE CONGRATS TO YOU !!!!!!!!  4 YEARS SISTER! YOU ROCK!

    ( Marin... you too girlie....)

    I hope you stick around here on BCO for many yrs to come.. supporting the new ladies... and giving them HOPE!

    Love ya!

    Laura

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited July 2009

    Rachel, lisa, Anne, dottie, Laura - Thanks so much! I wish the very best for each of you! Rock on girls! Love, The Other Laura! ... ; )

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited July 2009

    Marin - I'm sorry... I failed to thank you personally and CONGRATULATE you on your cancer-versary! Way to go Marin... be well, be happy and just BE! Love ya!

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