A Year ago today I had my last chemo treatment. I sat in the chemo chair for the last time, allowing poison to pulse through my veins. I was sick for the last time. No more achy bones and gagging for me! My hair started to grow back with in a week and a half. I started the last part of my cancer journey, and for me the hardest. The hardest part for me was after my treatment was over and I was just set adrift on my own. Having a hard time with my life after the fallout was swept away. It is amazing to me that I am here today. I feel very blessed that I got my second chance. When I was diagnosed like many others I was unsure of my future. I am very thankful for the days I have had since then and will be thankful for all the days I have here after.
For all you woman out there make sure you do your monthly breast self exam. I just may save your life! It saved mine.
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That is a beautiful photo! I'm all smiles for you and yours :D
Posted by: Virginia | July 15, 2009 at 10:40 PM
I'm glad you're here. :-)
Di
The Blue Ridge Gal
Posted by: Di | July 15, 2009 at 11:24 PM
Thanks for this. What an important reminder to us all to take care of ourselves. C.
Posted by: C | July 15, 2009 at 11:28 PM
So glad you are here - a vibrant reminder of the need for the monthly check..
Posted by: mary | July 16, 2009 at 09:01 AM
Congrats Sarah on this wonderful anniversary! I'm so happy for you and where you are today!
Posted by: DVMsWife | July 16, 2009 at 09:10 AM
Congratulations!
I remember very clearly my last treatment. A year gone by and you still (and I suspect always will) have such a wonderful outlook and appreciation for life.
Thank you for sharing!
Posted by: Dandy | July 16, 2009 at 07:09 PM
Cute picture. It's amazing how our lives can change in a year. I am glad you came out of your journey healthy and well!
Posted by: Pony Girl | July 16, 2009 at 10:24 PM
I hope you continue to be healthy and thankful, with a positive outlook for many, many years.
Posted by: Alice | July 17, 2009 at 06:21 AM
Thanks for stopping by my blog today. The pictures on your blog are beautiful and yummy too! I just wanted to say hello, and thank you for the welcome to Mothers With Cancer- the not very great group to be in:)
Posted by: Lyn | July 17, 2009 at 05:56 PM
First, I have to say that I love your blog header - it's so beautiful!!
Anyway, congrats on hitting the one year mark - you go girl!!
Posted by: Stephanie | July 18, 2009 at 07:57 PM
Today is a good day for you! I can't imagine what kind of a day it was like 365 days ago. Your openess with your journey will help someone.
Posted by: Elle Bee | July 19, 2009 at 02:02 PM
I am blessed just reading about your journey and your blog is as beautiful as you are! Thank you for sharing yourself with us.
Posted by: Teri | July 22, 2009 at 02:42 PM
That's a lovely photo Sarah! Congratulations on this anniversary - may there be many many more. You go girl!
Posted by: Pebbledash | July 28, 2009 at 11:24 AM