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maryroset1
Member
10 years ago

To all those doing it tough....

Hey to all the inspirational ladies out there.

It breaks my heart each time i read a post from a new member starting their bc journey. As someone that has been where you are now i remember how scared i was and the tears. The weirdest things would set me off. I think it was the my journey kit that made me lose it for the first time. I let it sit on the coffee table until i was ready to read it and stupid me i read the whole thing at once and was petrified at what lied ahead. 

Yes i had shed a tear or two but i always picked myself up and did not dwell on the negative stuff. If i was feeling sorry for myself i always reminded myself that somewhere there is someone worse off than me. I remember the effect my mums bc had on me when i was growing up and i was determined not to put my daughter through the same thing. Realised that by taking one step and doc appointment at a time its all achievable.  When things get tough make sure you jump on here there are always others that can help. No negative thoughts only positive energy towards getting well. Please remember there is nothing achieved by worrying.  Before you know it your treatment will be over and life will become normal again. Its a wonderful feeling when you get there.

I hope you take inspiration in knowing that others have been where you are now and come out the other side.

Sending hugs and positive vibes to all of you. Stay strong snd keep smiling ????

Maryrose 

 

 

3 Replies

  • Deb_P's avatar
    Deb_P
    Member
    10 years ago

    As I read all the posts & I can't believe what breast cancer does to people's lives. Including my own. But there are people out there that I admire for their courage & strength as they go through their journey. Including yours Sandy. It reminds us that we need to be living in the moment & enjoying what we can of our life. Even the little things are precious. x

  • Sandy_Braid's avatar
    Sandy_Braid
    Member
    10 years ago

    Hi Everyone, well it has been 7 years this month since I was told I had terminal breast cancer.....this was actually breast cancer number 5 but I was not terminal on the other 4 occasions. I first had breast cancer back in 1982 when I was 26 years old. I always remained positive that I would be ok but I must admit that getting it a fifth time came as quite a shock as I had followed the doctor's instructions having chemo 4 times, radiotherapy twice, a mastectomy twice and then having my ovaries out. I am grateful and thankful every day that I am still here and that a friend shared with me some specialized nutritional products that have helped my body by giving it the nutrients it needs to function as it should. I am also grateful and thankful to all the doctors that have helped my in the past.

    Life is great and I now have a future to look forward to drug free.

    Take care

    Sandy

  • Jennybutter's avatar
    Jennybutter
    Member
    10 years ago

    Hi Maryrose,

    As a new commer to this breast cancer journey I have to say you and so many other lovely people on this network are an inspiration!!  You are the go to people that give us comfort and support to do the steps. 

    After speaking to my breast care nurse and receiving My Journey Kit this was the first place I came to for answers before I had surgery. Now as I am about to start treatment I am sure I will draw on all of you at some point for answers to questions along the way. A special place to go when no one understands. My wish is to help many others.

    Cheers Jen ?? ?? ??