Thankfulness
I just wanted to share my thankfulness with you and offer a word of encouragement.
Last week was my 2 years "remission" mark for which I am very thankful. In that time I've had numerous surgeries, including breast reconstruction, chemo and am now on aromatase inhibitors for at least 5 years.
It's certainly a road with many ups and downs, joys and griefs, and a community where amazing friendships are formed.
After getting that clearance, I spent a lovely few days in the NSW Snowy Mountains with my darling hubby, and managed to walk to the summit of Mt Kosciuszko. I felt so emotional at the top - reflecting on the gift of health and life.
It was also the achievement of a personal challenge - aromatase inhibitors cause me quite a bit of joint stiffness and pain, so I wasn't sure that I'd actually make it. I made sure I took my BCNA cap with me as a tribute to all those who struggle with the daily challenges of bc.
I wanted to encourage those who are having a crappy time at the moment - it does pass, and you can continue on with wonderful things in life. They may be a bit different to things you did before, but life does that - it changes and shapes us and offers us new opportunities.
Lots of love,
Alison xx
Last week was my 2 years "remission" mark for which I am very thankful. In that time I've had numerous surgeries, including breast reconstruction, chemo and am now on aromatase inhibitors for at least 5 years.
It's certainly a road with many ups and downs, joys and griefs, and a community where amazing friendships are formed.
After getting that clearance, I spent a lovely few days in the NSW Snowy Mountains with my darling hubby, and managed to walk to the summit of Mt Kosciuszko. I felt so emotional at the top - reflecting on the gift of health and life.
It was also the achievement of a personal challenge - aromatase inhibitors cause me quite a bit of joint stiffness and pain, so I wasn't sure that I'd actually make it. I made sure I took my BCNA cap with me as a tribute to all those who struggle with the daily challenges of bc.
I wanted to encourage those who are having a crappy time at the moment - it does pass, and you can continue on with wonderful things in life. They may be a bit different to things you did before, but life does that - it changes and shapes us and offers us new opportunities.
Lots of love,
Alison xx
