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  • mumito
    mumito Member Posts: 4,562
    edited August 2010

    It is the only place I can go to talk about my worries and fears without creating more stress in my life.

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  • arby
    arby Member Posts: 126
    edited January 2011

    Unfortunately, I've been on breastcancer.org for 4 years because of a recurrence.  But, I am VERY THANKFUL for every visit to this site.  It's uplifting, educational, comforting and stimulating.  I can complain without fear of shocking anyone. And I know we have laughed over some pretty crude stuff if it got out!  We've also asked one another good questions to help us along the way. Thanks for this great forum.  God led me here I am sure.

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  • Moderators
    Moderators Member Posts: 25,912
    edited January 2011

    Thanks for your input arby!

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  • Bren-2007
    Bren-2007 Member Posts: 6,241
    edited January 2011

    I've made lifelong friends in real life because of this wonderful site, I am forever grateful to BCO.

    Bren

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  • BonnieK
    BonnieK Member Posts: 655
    edited January 2011

    BCO and the wonderful women here have helped me to understand and cope with BC since shortly after being diagnosed in September 2008.

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  • curecx2011
    curecx2011 Member Posts: 37
    edited February 2011

    Hello...When I was first diagnoised I thought it was a DEATH sentence. I thought I was going to leave my husband my poor kids behind. However, after reading these discussion boards you soon realize the BC circle is HUGE a then I found HOPE and felt like I was not alone.

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  • SoCalLisa
    SoCalLisa Member Posts: 13,961
    edited February 2011

    I think BCO has become a Home for many of us

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  • yemaya
    yemaya Member Posts: 20
    edited February 2011

    when I got diagnosed, BCO was there. When I had questions about reconstruction or risk factors, you were there.

    To all the wonderful incredible women that make up this life saving forum, thank you from the bottom of my heart. I will be having surgery in a few weeks and will always come back often for support and to support others. It's truly an inspiring community that I'm proud to be a part of.

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  • Kathy_K
    Kathy_K Member Posts: 772
    edited February 2011

    I found that BCO is a great place to get questions answered, concerns shared, super support when life gets shakey.  It was a great place to come to laugh, share cyber margaritas, and get courage to cope with a new diagnosis.

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  • marticcrn
    marticcrn Member Posts: 68
    edited February 2011

    I am still waiting on test results after an inconclusive biopsy.  This forum has been a lifesaver, calming me and letting me know what I can expect with humor and love from people who have gone there before.  Thank you!

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  • somewhereinbetween
    somewhereinbetween Member Posts: 28
    edited March 2011

    I am not only encouraged by the website but it has truly empowered me to take an active role and not be some passive victim. I am living a victorious life with information at my finger tips and enjoying a sisterhood that I would never dreamt possible. Thanks Breastcancer.org

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited April 2011

    I have NOW come to the understanding that had I found this site when I was first diagnosed in 06, my decisions and path in life would have been much different, nonetheless, I have found it, embrace it and all the wonderful people that post, it has educated me, allowed me to vent my spleen, laugh til I pee and cry and bare my soul and know that I'M NOT ALONE in this journey...the circle of life continues and friendships are made and I am blessed and thankful to you all! 

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  • toni30
    toni30 Member Posts: 252
    edited April 2011

    This site has changed my life, by providing me with support and information - all of which has helped me to feel supported and understood.

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  • Annabella58
    Annabella58 Member Posts: 2,466
    edited May 2011

    how can you do this in one sentence?

    Priceless information, friendships, support, and yes, even some laughs....

    Worth its weight in gold!!!!

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  • Odalys
    Odalys Member Posts: 2,103
    edited August 2011

    Melissa - This site got me through the darkest days in my life by providing information and introducing me to a community of wonderful and courageous sisters.  It gave me hope and made my bc journey a little easier.  I am forever grateful!



     

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  • Newlife44
    Newlife44 Member Posts: 11
    edited August 2011

    It really helped me as my parnter cheated on me 4 months ago which led to our break up.  I live in Australia so I don't know who the people were that posted support messages but they really helped

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  • Newlife44
    Newlife44 Member Posts: 11
    edited August 2011

    It really helped me as my parnter cheated on me 4 months ago which led to our break up.  I live in Australia so I don't know who the people were that posted support messages but they really helped

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  • nanme
    nanme Member Posts: 3
    edited October 2011

    BCO is a lot of new friends who know exactly what i'm feeling.

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  • sflow
    sflow Member Posts: 297
    edited October 2011

    Everyone here is so kind and sympathetic and no question is considered " out of bounds".  I have not personally met anyone on here, but I consider this group very supportive and helpful when I am experiencing yet another Bc worry.

      In a few weeks, I will be 5 years out, but I will continue to visit this great forum and pray for good lives for all of us.

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  • Lilyn
    Lilyn Member Posts: 282
    edited October 2011

    I find breastcancer.org amazing. I get so much information here and I love all the

    different discussions. People are so helpful, knowledgable and sometimes hysterically funny.

    I really like to check frequently and see what is happening, who needs some advice, big hugs

    and information. You ladies are the best.  

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  • Moderators
    Moderators Member Posts: 25,912
    edited October 2011

    Thank you each for your kind words! We are sorry you're here, but happy you find solace and support here. So happy we can help!

    Yours truly,

    --The Breastcancer.org Team

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  • Sierra
    Sierra Member Posts: 1,638
    edited December 2011

    Hello, thanks for all your work!

    I live each and every day to the fullest!

    (usually)

    Sierra :)

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  • CLC
    CLC Member Posts: 1,531
    edited December 2011

    BCO has given me an outlet to explore my feelings and to have some place to offer support to others...which in turn has created some meaning for me...  I have been empowered by being able to give back.  I am grateful for this website.

    Of course, it also has been an invaluable source for information that has helped me navigate the many decisions that I have made.

    I encourage everyone to donate to BCO.  I am proud that I have and grateful that I can.

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  • crystalphm
    crystalphm Member Posts: 1,138
    edited December 2011

    When I am at the end of my rope, I turn to Breastcancer.org, sometimes 4 times a week, sometimes 4 times a day. I am amazed at the knowledge here, and the generous spirit to help.

    Denise

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  • ele8740
    ele8740 Member Posts: 12
    edited February 2012

    I'm so new to the community but am trying to get as much information as possible to be a better friend, supporter and cargiver to the women in my life affected by breast cancer. So far, I'm so in awe by the amazing community that you all have built and the knowledge you're giving me about how I can make a difference. From the bottom of my heart thank you!

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  • 4sewwhat
    4sewwhat Member Posts: 2,093
    edited August 2014

    Bump 

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  • glennie19
    glennie19 Member Posts: 6,398
    edited August 2014


    This site has been invaluable. I've found new friends and received great advice for helping my LE. I have a place to rant when things are overwhelming. I'm glad you are here.

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  • auroaya200882
    auroaya200882 Member Posts: 942
    edited August 2014

    I wish I had known about breastcancer,org in 2009 when I first became diagnosed with early stage breast cancer, it would have prevented me from taking medication that interacts with Tamoxifen, I found this information here, too late. Last year I found out I have progressed to Stage IV and when I came out of the hospital and started searching for websites on breast cancer, I found this one. I have learned so much on this website, I feel like I've started what amounts to a college career on the subject. There is so much pertinent information and at the same time it is a place to vent, share, laugh and cry about our experiences as breast cancer patients. Thank you for keeping the doors open and please continue to do so.

    Aurora

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited August 2014

    BCO has entirely changed the way I previously viewed my cancer experience and journey. 1st DX was 1996 when nothing was available except outdated library books and cross-country phone calls (with 3-hr time difference) to NIH. BCO has literally allowed me to view this 2nd DX (2012) as my breast cancer do-over.

    Sorry I couldn't fit this into only 1 sentence

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  • KarenRB
    KarenRB Member Posts: 9
    edited August 2014

    I am not the same person.

    I'd explain more, but you only wanted one sentence.  And don't assume that it's a positive statement.

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