Getting there
In May this year it will be 4 years since diagnosis (at 47) for me (IDC Stage 3, Grade 2, ER and PR +). As time has gone by I have made many changes to my life. Changes that help me cope with side ef...
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Thank-you @"Michelle R"
Your encouragement and support has made an enormous difference to my life in the last few years. It has helped me to get up and try again when things have not worked out and also inspired me to believe that I could get over the hurdles.
Yes, it really knocked us when the second eye specialist told us there was nothing more they could do for Tony's sight and that the damage was to both eyes. We had previously believed it to be just the one! But we just keep our fingers crossed that the deterioration will be slow and that he will have a lot more time to do the things he loves that require good vision. You never know maybe they will come up with something that will help in the future.
I feel so very lucky to have a wonderful supportive family that understand my strong desire to return to Nepal and be there to witness Sharon's return to Base Camp. This is the life she loves and loves to share with others. It will be just as significant as her summit of Mt Everest in my eyes.
5 years in April will be a very significant milestone for you. I hope you have something very special planned! Wishing you a very happy and healthy 2017 too! Deanne xxx
Your encouragement and support has made an enormous difference to my life in the last few years. It has helped me to get up and try again when things have not worked out and also inspired me to believe that I could get over the hurdles.
Yes, it really knocked us when the second eye specialist told us there was nothing more they could do for Tony's sight and that the damage was to both eyes. We had previously believed it to be just the one! But we just keep our fingers crossed that the deterioration will be slow and that he will have a lot more time to do the things he loves that require good vision. You never know maybe they will come up with something that will help in the future.
I feel so very lucky to have a wonderful supportive family that understand my strong desire to return to Nepal and be there to witness Sharon's return to Base Camp. This is the life she loves and loves to share with others. It will be just as significant as her summit of Mt Everest in my eyes.
5 years in April will be a very significant milestone for you. I hope you have something very special planned! Wishing you a very happy and healthy 2017 too! Deanne xxx