One Year Later

A single phone call that would so drastically alter the course of my year it was unimaginable at the time.  Will always remember the call and how it felt to hear those words? It's weird but  I kind of hope I do.  It has been one of the most trans-formative years of my life. It ranks up there with the years my kids were born and that was a pretty big deal 😊

This year has brought me some rough weeks, more doctor/hospital/clinic visits than I could ever imagine, new hair, tears, and a new perspective on life.  I don't take life for granted anymore, I try not to get caught up in the little things, and am trying to focus on living in the moment.

I joined a club that no one wants to join, but in it I have met some incredible people.  I have met some amazing women that  I would not have met otherwise.  True warriors some that have been survivors for years, some that are going thru this with me, and some that are recently diagnosed.  They are all such a great support system!

I can unequivocally say that people are good!  I received so much love and support from family, friends, colleagues, and complete strangers. I have seen unbelievable generosity from so many people.  It is completely overwhelming!  I thank everyone that reached out to see how I was doing, that provided meals, brought me fun gifts to help me through the rough days, sent flowers, and so much more. At school students smile and say hi to me more than before.  Maybe they feel sorry for me, maybe I just seem more human, maybe I am smiling more, regardless of the why I like it,

As I look back, I think that I am kinder, my faith is stronger and I certainly appreciate life more. Spending time with my family and trying to make a difference, that's what's most important to me know.

I will forever wear a survivor shirt and I will wear it with pride because it's been a long road and I am a survivor!