30 is better than I imagined

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BethNY
BethNY Member Posts: 2,710
edited June 2014 in Life After Breast Cancer

Thanks for the birthday wishes girls.  I've been so busy lately getting ready for huge events that are happening in my life, but of course I had to come here to share everything.

I was in Newsday yesterday.  Here's the link:

www.newsdayinteractive.com/specials/lifesvictories/life2.htm

I hope that works.  I'm giving a speech tonight in front of 500 people, for the Adelphi celebration of survivorship, and I want to post it here very badly, but I'm speaking for over 15 minutes, and it's 7 pages long--- too much to post I'm thinking.

The web site I've been working on for the last year is launching this weekend, and it's such a proud moment.  We've worked so hard, and to see the final product is beyond rewarding.  Please come take a look on Sunday 10-21  www.breastreconstruction.org

When I was dx, there were moments when I wondered if I would make it to see 30.  3 years, new breasts, and a lot of hair later, I'm pleased to say that my life is so much more than I ever could have imagined.  I am so excited that there is still so much more living to do for me...

And it's so great that I have such a special cheering section from my sisters.  I speak about you guys a million times in my speech--- so if your ears are ringing/burning tonight, you know why.

Love to all

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited May 2008

    Ah big hugs, Beth!  40 is even better...really!

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  • shorfi
    shorfi Member Posts: 791
    edited October 2007

    Do well tonite Beth. Nice article too!!

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  • KariLynn
    KariLynn Member Posts: 1,079
    edited October 2007

    Congrats on  everything!!

    Kari

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited October 2007

    Beth...I am SO VERY PROUD of you!!!! I recall coming here over 2 years ago and reading each and every one of your posts. You were just a year ahead of me, but already so wise (not to mention very funny!)! You've done well, girl. Keep on rockin'!!!!!

    (You live in Hicksville? I went to Holy Trinity HS...small world..!)

    ~Marin

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited October 2007

    Oh, forgot to say that your new pic is absolutely gorgeous!!!!

    ~Marin

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited October 2007

    Whoo-Hoo! Truly a confetti moment, my friend. You'll be great tonight! We'll be cheering for you, as always :o)

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  • Fitztwins
    Fitztwins Member Posts: 7,969
    edited October 2007

    Happy 30th!! Awesome new picture... you are so making a difference. I am so proud of you!  I love seeing strong women. Good luck tonight.

    See you soon!

    Janis

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited October 2007

    Beth, IMPRESSIVE!  I love what you are doing.  And, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

    Shirley

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  • JoanofArdmore
    JoanofArdmore Member Posts: 1,012
    edited October 2007

    Thirty is WONDERFUL!!You'll love it!

    Happy, happy Birthday, Beth!

    And WOW!

    I cant wait to see your site.I've not have recon, but will love to check it out anyway!

    And I am looking forward to seeing you in Newsday, right after Woody and my long walk (which I'm here procrastinating about).Reading the Newsday article is giving me incentive to lace up my NBs.

    Your avatar is beautiful.Even though the old one had a certain je ne sais quoi, I guess I prefer this picture!

    Happy #30, one of decades more to come.

    love, joan

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  • newter
    newter Member Posts: 4,330
    edited October 2007

    Hi Beth,

    Congratulations on all you are doing and happy 30s.  May you enjoy them more and more each day.

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  • Sandra1957
    Sandra1957 Member Posts: 1,701
    edited October 2007

    Wow!  You're awesome!  Congratulations!!

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  • Jaybird627
    Jaybird627 Member Posts: 2,144
    edited October 2007

    Beth, you are truly an inspiring young woman!

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  • nosurrender
    nosurrender Member Posts: 2,019
    edited October 2007

    Well, I got to see Beth tonight and she was wonderful. Her speech had us laughing, crying, nodding our heads in agreement and then standing on our feet applauding.

    This girl really DOES inspire!!!

    I feel very lucky to be so close to Beth.

    She is truly a wonderful person, a dear friend, a true inspiration to so many, and a force to be reckoned with!!! (or with the new site- a force to be recon-ed with!)

    The SITE IS FANTASTIC by the way!!!!

    It is SO EXCITING that it will FINALLY be up!

    BETH-

    YOU GO GIRL!!!!!

    Love,

    g 

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  • MargaretB
    MargaretB Member Posts: 1,305
    edited October 2007

    Beth just wanted to drop in and say I heard you did a great job last night.  Enjoy your 30's, it does get better.  Congrats on your website.

    Margaret

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  • NoH8
    NoH8 Member Posts: 2,726
    edited October 2007

    If you think the 30s are good, you'll love your 40s and I anticipate 50s being even better.

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  • BethNY
    BethNY Member Posts: 2,710
    edited March 2008

    Thanks everyone!  First, let me just say that is is 10:45 a.m.,  and I JUST WOKE UP!!!!

    Today, I am breathing easier knowing that the main stress of my life is over, and now I can just RELAX!  Well, not relax relax, but at least just focus omn the breast cancer walk, the site launching, and the ASPS conference in 2 weeks.  BUT- knowing that my 7 page speech is over and done with, feels very good.

    I wanted to take a minute to tell you guys about no surrender, and what she got me for my birthday...

    We all know G is incredible, and I got some pretty great gifts... but none like hers.

    I opened up a box, and inside sat a lovely silver keychain, with these words engraved on it   

    I ONLY PLAY TO WIN

    Talk about an amazing gift. When I said my famous tag line in my speech last night, I knew Gina was smiling.

    I'm going to give her a copy of my speech for her web site, cause it's so long to post here, but I talk about the sisterhood, and what we do for eachother, so I'd love if you guys read it.

    Anyway, thanks for all the support.  Who loves me better than you guys do??? 

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited October 2007

    I can't wait to read your speech.  We all can use some of that inspiration.  And Gina, what a sweet, sweet gift.

    Shirley

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  • nosurrender
    nosurrender Member Posts: 2,019
    edited October 2007

    Shirley this is the link to the speech Beth gave last night

    Nosurrenderbreastcancerhelp.com/beth's speech

    I thought I would post a fun picture that was taken at Beth's birthday bash. She had an old fashioned photobooth set up and it is me, jDash, and Beth

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited October 2007

    Thanks, Gina.  I'm going there right now.  I'll probably copy it because I don't want to sit at the puter reading it. 

    The pic is adorable.  Looks like ya'll (southern) are having a ball.

    Shirley

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  • tawyna1
    tawyna1 Member Posts: 273
    edited October 2007

    happy 30th birthday beth.

    i am 30 to.

    everything you do is great.

    you picture is so pretty.

    you look even younger.Smile

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited October 2007

    Beth: Your speech was incredible ...  very powerful and heartfelt ... I hope that your website will reach everyone woman who is considering reconstruction ... and that you continue to love doing what you do...  You are an inspiration!!! 

    Love and Hugs

    and Happy Belated Birthday Sister!!!

    Doreen  

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  • Emelee26
    Emelee26 Member Posts: 569
    edited October 2007

    I love your new pic..and the great pic of G and JDash at your party...I will have to meet up with you all when I go to LI - I'm from there originally :)

    I'm so happy you're happy!

    Love Marisa

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  • StefS
    StefS Member Posts: 157
    edited October 2007

    Happy belated birthday Beth. Sounds like you a good one. Now I've got some reading to do -- your speech.

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  • StefS
    StefS Member Posts: 157
    edited October 2007

    Ok, I've read your speech. all I can say is Wow! That was very good. And good for you.

    And congrats on the new website. Smile

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  • Calico
    Calico Member Posts: 1,108
    edited October 2007

    Beth,

    absolutely wonderful speech! Very moving.....

    I look forward to check out the website.

    Happy Birthday!! and many more!

    Nosurrender,

    awesome blog and site that you developed.

    You are a very kind.

    God Bless

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited October 2007

    Beth, BRAVO to you on your speach!  When reading it I felt like I was there with you.  Do wish I could have been in the audience.

    And, again, you gals are gorgeous!

    Shirley

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