One Year Later

It’s almost been a year ago when my life changed forever. I was having my annual mammogram performed when I suspected something was wrong when the technician acted a little nervous. Then I knew there was a problem when she escorted me to an office to talk to the radiologist.

I didn’t know it then, but it was the first day of my journey to survive breast cancer. A month later, on October 4, 2012 I wrote my first blog, “What? I have Cancer?” My daughter, Brittney is a blogger at Brittney’s Orr-dinary Life and encouraged me to start writing about my experience to keep my friends and family updated on my progress. I never dreamed writing about my diagnosis would be so therapeutic. Today as I read through my posts, it brings many emotions to the surface. But mostly it makes me happy and thankful for the journey.

Some of my favorite stories are:

Dr. Shorty Pants
Angel of Healing
Rudolph the Blue Nose Reindeer
Finally... the Cancer Free Boo-Bee Day!
Does my Belly Button look too high?
Good-Bye Big Boobies!

Cancer sucks, don’t get me wrong. It’s an emotional rollercoaster. But my experience made me trust God more and love deeper. It made me realize I had a lot of family and friends that cared about me. I heard from people I hadn’t talked to in years. The outpour of love and support was wonderful and much appreciated! Thank you to everyone who came along for the ride and prayed for me daily.  

Remember, October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. You can be assured I will be getting my annual exam and scans on 10/1! Don’t put it off, call your doctor now to get it scheduled. Time does matter! My cancer was discovered in my annual visit and it was only a Stage 1. If I had waited six months or a year later, my prognosis might not have been as positive. Go ahead, call now!