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  • Melrosemelrose
    Melrosemelrose Member Posts: 3,018
    edited February 2015

    Today is February 17, 2015. This is the 3rd anniversary of being diagnosed. It is a quiet reminder that things that one does not expect to occur.... can and do happen. All I can do is do my best to handle and deal what life brings me and keep moving forward. As I have said before.... this journey isn't about me but about my experiences and the many people that I meet along the way. I am very blessed and humbled by what has happened. No matter what I will keep pushing forward and will stay hopeful and positive. I know that the gifts of prayer and hope that have come my way continue to guide and support me. Again, thank you to those who have sent words of wisdom, guidance and love; each of you have given me strength and courage.

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  • AndreaC
    AndreaC Member Posts: 220
    edited March 2015

    I am new here and was diagnosed with breast cancer in the left breast in early January. I was to have a lumpectomy Feb. 26 followed by 5 weeks of radiation...but a second tumour was discovered on CT in the opposite breast (missed on the screening mammogram). It was biopsied and I am awaiting results. Needless to say, the lumpectomy was cancelled and I am to see my surgeon again in 10 days to discuss options. I have already decided on a double mastectomy. I probably spend too much time on the Internet doing research, and I am getting more and more terrified. I have already been through cancer once (colon) just over a year ago, followed by chemo. I thought I was cancer-free. So I know I can get through this too. But it is so damned unfair. I am only 52...and until I was 50 was in great health.

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  • Godlistens
    Godlistens Member Posts: 47
    edited March 2015

    Hello! Remember me?? I am so happy about your 3rd anniversary!! When you were going through the ordeal, did you ever think about how you would feel three years later?? I agree with you - it is a life changing experience.  Your entire world shifts, and your perspective changes completely.  I walked around in such a daze for awhile (in the beginning) while the world swirled around me. It  will be 8 years for me in November.  I still cannot believe that it all happened to me.  I am stronger, more compassionate, more appreciative of life and its simple blessings, ever aware of the fragility of life! I remember to thank God every day for my good health and blessings, I remember to SMILE and LAUGH every day. I am humbled. Congratulations on your 3rd anniversary as a survivor. I hope and pray that you have 30 more! Your attitude is wonderful, and that will help you along the way.  Just put one foot in front of the other and LIVE YOUR LIFE! I refuse to let worry control me!!   Many blessings to you!!!

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  • AndreaC
    AndreaC Member Posts: 220
    edited March 2015

    Thanks Hydranne. I am a nurse, and used to work on a palliative ward. I have had many patients dying of breast cancer (and other cancers), which makes my diagnosis all the more frightening. I would much sooner know what exactly I am dealing with...I won't know how invasive it is until I have the surgery and the lymph nodes are biopsied. The waiting and not knowing is so hard! Oh well, only a week till I sit down with my surgeon and have a good chat. I hate the thought of losing my breasts but there are far worse things I stand to lose so I can handle it! People are always telling me how brave I am, but I don't feel brave. Thank goodness I found this site where I don't have to pretend.

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  • Melrosemelrose
    Melrosemelrose Member Posts: 3,018
    edited March 2015

    Godlistens- I want you to know that I have never forgotten you and look forward for our annual "Hello!". You will never know how much your words of support and comfort have enabled to me keep moving forward. I hope and pray that both of us and many others have at least another 30 years of celebrating our lives. As always.... looking for a little peace and calm and lots of good conversation, laughter and smiles and moving forward.........

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  • Wrinklequeen
    Wrinklequeen Member Posts: 45
    edited March 2015

    Melrosemelrose,

    just read through all of your posts, from the beginning to now. You brought hope, encouragement, strength, and a sense of peace with each new post I read.

    I shared vicariously your ups and downs (there weren't many) and saw the positive attitude that helped you move from one day to the next, knowing God was cradling you in his arms.

    I have a feeling that everyone who read your posts will walk away knowing that they can make it through this journey, and be thankful for the friends they have met along the way, blue skies and rainy days, the love a family shares, and the peace in our souls that God breathes into us when we need it the most. :)

    Thank you so very, very much for all that you have shared with everyone on this site, and for letting your journey be an inspiration to face life as it comes with a positive and thankful spirit. :)

    A very happy and blessed 3 year anniversary to you!

    Love & Hugs,

    Wrinklequeen

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  • Melrosemelrose
    Melrosemelrose Member Posts: 3,018
    edited February 2016

    February 17th marked the 4th anniversary of my diagnosis. I received and continue to receive many acts of kindness and encouraging words and prayers from family, friends and those who I have met along the way. I can never say thank you enough times for these gifts of support, comfort and love. I know some are here embarking on this new adventure and feel so alone and lost. For those who are feeling alone, try to remember that there are many here extending a helping hand and heart. I continue to move forward and experience my adventure with many who have shared their words of wisdom and guidance. Peace and calm and many prayers of thanks.

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  • sas-schatzi
    sas-schatzi Member Posts: 19,603
    edited February 2016

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    ..................... Melrose. A Fourth Year to Celebrate Life and Wishes for Many Uneventful Years. Congratulations.

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