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mum2jj
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10 years ago

Six years on....

Wow, 

I can't believe it is six years today since I first heard those words, you have malignant breast cancer. I truly did not think I would be here today espescially after being diagnosed with a recurrence of the same aggressive triple negative breast cancer 18mths later. Yet here I am, two lots of chemo, one lot of radiation, quite a few surgeries and a bit of lymphedema thrown in for good measure. I know I am lucky that I remain cancer free. It has not always been an easy road, and I know many have dealt with more than I ever have and do it with all the courage they can muster. I am full of admiration for you all  

Since my diagnosis I have become as healthy as I can, I juice daily, walk 10000 steps most days, meditate often (we'll probably just daydream), but at least it's sitting still ;)  I do at times still get fatigued but I am working on that also. I try and be my own advocate when it comes to my health, something that I get better at with each Drs visit...  it's my life after all.  I think I have become a braver person through all this, another thing I continue to work on. I am blessed with a loving family and some really great friends and I am forever grateful for that. 

To all the newbies on this site, take heart that you have joined an amazing network with many here to support you along the way. Hopefully one day you will be an oldie like me and encouraging others behind you. Stay in touch and pop in espescially when you need some support. There is always someone to listen to your vents or cheer you on when you need it  

take care all  

Paula xxxxxx

 

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  • Yay. Each milestone is a cause for celebration. 

    Swimming is fantastic also.

    wishing you continued good health. 

    Paula xxx

  • Thanks Robyn, wow 20000 steps is amazing!!! So is each milestone we reach. I figure do all that we can to stay healthy and then deal with the hand we have to in the full knowledge that we have done that and have no regrets.

    you are a continual support of so many in this site. 

    Well done you. 

    Paula xxxxxx

  • Congratulations!!!! I am approaching 1 year since diagnosis. Doing everything i can to get as healthy as i can too. Used to walk but since developing oa in 1 knee i now swim for an hour every morning instead. Take care Anne

  • Congratulations!!! I am at the 2 year mark this week, and like you, I have become as healthy as I can.You have had to deal with a lot more than most of us.I truly believe that getting healthy is the biggest thing we can do for our bodies after BC. I walk hard every day, most days 20,000 steps now.:) Like you, I feel very brave and very strong. If I ever have the misfortune to become ill again, I KNOW that I will be able to deal with it.Stay in touch:) Cheers Robyn xox