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Post by northerncrafter9 on Oct 29, 2010 9:15:50 GMT -5
Hello Ladies, I have been asked my many to share my story. This is harder than I thought to do. I don't like typing this out because it does not define me. I have breast cancer and this is my second go round with this disease. It has spread to my organs and is mostly in my spine. Yes I am on chemo and have been for over a year this round. Chemo will go on indefinitely so I can live as long as possible and I plan on being around for a long time to come.  Yuck it doesn't look good written out but understand I am happy and love life. It am constantly thankful to God for my life. Dawn |
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Post by twinkles on Oct 29, 2010 9:25:13 GMT -5
Hi Dawn... i think it took tremendous courage to put this out there and you are very brave. I pray for healing for you and god bless! eva
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Post by navymom05 on Oct 29, 2010 10:01:17 GMT -5
Dawn, you are a very courageous and strong woman. I admire that. I will pray for a speedy and full recovery for you. God is good and works miracles everyday.
I will keep you in my prayers.
Betty/navymom05
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Post by Dania on Oct 29, 2010 10:23:25 GMT -5
Dawn we have spoken and I already know this, but reading your words were hard. There is something about the written word. My prayers are with you as you know. Our God in the business of healing, so I ask that He show mercy towards you and make you whole on this earth so you can be the wife, mother, friend, loving and kind person He has created you to be and do this all for His Glory.  |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 29, 2010 11:22:49 GMT -5
Our God in the business of healing, so I ask that He show mercy towards you and make you whole on this earth so you can be the wife, mother, friend, loving and kind person He has created you to be and do this all for His Glory. I will make no attempt to say this better than Dania's loving words. It was difficult to read, but you have made it possible for all of us to share your challenges. I have four friends who are "in chemo" right now, and I am awed by the courage of all of you to face your enemy directly. My prayers also will remain... |
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Post by AnnaMatrix on Oct 29, 2010 12:14:12 GMT -5
Dawn, I'm in awe of your bravery in writing this post and fighting this battle. I, too, can't think of much to add to Dania's eloquent words. As a physician, I have come to understand there is a difference between being cured and healed. I have had patients who were cured, but never healed; and those who could not be cured, yet were healed. And the very fortunate few who achieved both. Dawn, I can see by your words and attitude that you are healed, and I will hope and pray for your cure as well. Gail |
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Post by joselle on Oct 29, 2010 12:26:21 GMT -5
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Post by Basketlady on Oct 29, 2010 12:32:13 GMT -5
Dawn, you are so brave! I can't imagine how difficult those words were to write. I am in awe of your strength and your positive attitude. You are in inspiration to me! Michelle |
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Post by Susan on Oct 29, 2010 13:06:23 GMT -5
Dania and Gail said it beautifully - thanks ladies! As someone who lives with a chronic disease I can assure you that I believe "attitude is half the battle". Being strong is hard at times but it sounds like you've got it down! Your attitude is wonderful and writing your words here will likely provide inspiration for others who see it! |
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Post by lovesqk on Oct 29, 2010 13:10:33 GMT -5
Dawn you are an inspiration to all of us. Everyone has said such beautiful things. I can't think of anything to add but God be with you.
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Post by milamemories on Oct 29, 2010 13:38:22 GMT -5
You are so strong for having written that. I have to agree with everyone else Mila |
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Post by Diane in NH on Oct 29, 2010 14:20:25 GMT -5
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Post by Ute on Oct 29, 2010 15:05:19 GMT -5
Dawn,
we have a special breast cancer awareness project at our church and I am going to put your name down as well. (My mom is a 7 year survivor of breast cancer). The congragation is praying for friends and people they know and you will be one of them. I send you lots of courage and good wishes and we will keep you in our prayers.
Ute
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Post by northerncrafter9 on Oct 29, 2010 15:25:15 GMT -5
Thank you all for your kind words and prayers! It means a lot to me.
Susan,
I wish they could find a cure for your chronic disease as well. I believe cures for many of these terrible diseases are coming soon.
Ute, I would be honored to have my name in the BCA project at your church. It has been seven years out for your mom that is great!
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Post by vicki7 on Oct 29, 2010 15:26:11 GMT -5
Dawn, thank you for sharing your story so that we can pray for you. You are very courageous. I know someone who is going through what you are and both of you are real inspirations. I wanted to say thank you for sharing, it has given me peace about a bad situation I recently went through. I will be praying for you! Vicki |
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Post by Susan on Oct 29, 2010 16:04:54 GMT -5
Thank you all for your kind words and prayers! It means a lot to me. Susan, I wish they could find a cure for your chronic disease as well. I believe cures for many of these terrible diseases are coming soon. Ute, I would be honored to have my name in the BCA project at your church. It has been seven years out for your mom that is great! Dawn - the thing is, after being diabetic for this long {diagnosed when I was 18} I can't imagine NOT being diabetic! For my children, and my children's children - I hope "they" cure cancer first! Ladies - I continue to be amazed at this wonderful Scrapy Land community! Such wonderful words and messages and support! I don't really know of any other kind of online community where the goodness just oozes out of everyone! I just love being a part of this group! Have a wonderful weekend ladies!!  |
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Post by Cat on Oct 29, 2010 18:37:32 GMT -5
Beauifully said Ladies!!! Dawn, hugs and prayers dear friend. Cat I agree ScrapyLand Message Board has the very best people! Cat |
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Post by mulchlady on Oct 29, 2010 19:01:50 GMT -5
Dawn,
I am so sorry to hear about your cancer, but I am thankful that you shared this information with us. Please know how very brave and strong you are. You have a great attitude! I will keep you in my prayers.
God Bless,
Lori
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Post by Karen W on Oct 29, 2010 19:20:39 GMT -5
Dawn, you and I have written and everyday you are in my prayers. You have always given me words of encouragement on my bad days and I thank you for that.
I agree with Susan - attitude has alot to do with our lives and you have shown us strength in your attitude.
Karen
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Post by actos on Oct 29, 2010 22:41:06 GMT -5
Dawn you are in my prayers. I was gone on vacation and am behind on the message board. My best friend has been fighting throat cancer for almost two years. I know it was hard to put on the message board. I admire your strength. Deborah K.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 29, 2010 23:37:35 GMT -5
When my DH had been in the hospital for nearly 4 months, I went into the office at the school where I worked, and found this "weekly thought" in the faculty newsletter:
"Life isn't fair. But life isn't fair for everyone; therefore, life is fair.
Sometimes I would like a different definition of "fair", however.
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Post by cookiejarscraps on Oct 30, 2010 0:08:11 GMT -5
Dawn, Your strength is an inspiration to all of us. I pray for healing. |
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Post by Dania on Oct 30, 2010 9:02:42 GMT -5
Ladies you all are awesome. I sitting here holding back the tears. |
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Post by anke on Oct 31, 2010 3:15:44 GMT -5
Dawn, I wish you the strenght to stay positive!
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Post by funmollie on Oct 31, 2010 18:56:12 GMT -5
Dawn, that truly takes a lot of courage to let others know what you are going through, but you are reaping the side effects - lots and lots of prayers!!!
I will continue to pray for a cure.
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Post by househund on Nov 1, 2010 6:41:51 GMT -5
God Bless you Dawn. xxRosxx |
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Post by seester on Nov 1, 2010 10:44:52 GMT -5
Lot's of prayers for you. Such a great spirit. I don't believe GOD is done using you yet! |
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