November 6 was the day I first learned I had breast cancer, and now with school finally out in June, I can’t help but look back and reflect on the past months: November (diagnosis and first MRI), December (lumpectomy), January/February (mammogram, second biopsy, second cancer diagnosis, second MRI), March (double mastectomy), and April (beginning of monthly injections and tamoxifen). It was indeed, quite a ride, and one that I never thought I would have to take. Cancer changed my life, yet only three months after my mastectomy, life has eerily returned to normal. So normal, in fact, that it’s been hard to even keep up my blog. Homework, practice schedules, games, promotions, and get-togethers have filled our days, returning life to what it once was.
I now find myself on the other side of the cancer equation. Each day I learn of more people affected by this terrible disease, and my heart breaks. It is a battle I wish no one had to fight, and I helplessly follow blogs waiting impatiently for updates to come. I do so wish that a cure for cancer would be foundJ.
In three words I can sum up everything I've learned about life. It goes on. ~Robert Frost
3 comments:
I am so glad that your life has turned to the everyday little things like baseball/softball games and practices, homework and family get-togethers! It is life's simple pleasures that mean so much to us after our children are grown.
As you check the blogs of others, I check your blog periodically for updates. When there is no news, my heart flutters and then I realize that must mean all is well with you and you are busy with your family. This is as it should be and it makes my heart dance with song.
My two cousins who have traveled the same journey as you, one at the same time as you, continue to ask me how you are doing. I am always happy to share with them how well you battled this war and how you have maintained such a strong, positive attitude.
I, too, wish a cure for cancer could be found. I believe with all my heart that one day it will happen. In the meantime, I will keep you in my thoughts, prayers and always near my heart.
Love,
charlotte
Linda, I am so proud of you! Yes summertime is meant to be with family and work on the "To Do" list including taking care of yourself. You are continually in my thoughts and prayers. My cousin will be undergoing a masectomy next week. I have told her to read your COURAGEOUS journey. YOu are an inspiration to others. Love, Sheila
Linda- I am so glad life goes on with you in it. Because of you, we are all better people because of the grace and courage you have shown. i am so glad you are well.
Love- Maree
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