12 Years ago today my LC journey began

[Connie B]

having had a chest x-ray (during my routine PAP exam) they found a mass in my left lung. Not knowing what it was at that time, my adventure into being a lung cancer patient/survivor began.

In 45 minutes I will be going to get the results of my CT scan that I had done last week.

I'm feeling hopeful and positive. It's Checkup Time again! It's Another Great Day To Be Alive!

I'll fill you in with the results when I get back.

[Kasey]

Congratulations, Connie, on those 12 years..........and good luck with the CT results. You are certainly the epitome of an LC survivor and we are lucky to have you. I lift my glass in your honor!

XOXOXO,

Kasey

[Heather_T]

You are an inspiration to me!!!! Pray for great results!!!

[Nushka]

Can't wait to get the good results today. 12 years is wonderul. I admire you Connie. You have always been here for us and for that I am thankful.

Nina

[Treebywater]

12 years just takes my breath away. You give me and I know so many others so much HOPE Connie.

[trish2418]

12 years is just incredible, Connie. You've made a huge difference in the lives of so many of us in that time. Here's to countless more years.

Trish

[Geri]

Congratulations! I feel proud to have known you for 3 of those 12 years, you've been an inspiration though it all.

What an adventure it's been ~~~~~~~but next time lets all go on a safari instead, okay?

Geri

[Don Wood]

Incredible!

[nonni]

waiting for you to get back with great results....12 years and many many more...You have proven that you are a fighter and you can beat just about anything...good luck to you my friend...I know it will be fine...hugs...PAM

[dadstimeon]

Congratulations Connie--you rule!

[RandyW]

Sending PRayers for great news for ya. 12 Years Gotta love it Connie. SO proud of you and thankful to know you

[cathy]

Waiting anxiously Connie

[Ry]

12 years is such an inspiration to everyone here. Go do something to celebrate.

[Connie B]

Hummmm, well, I have good news and not so good news, not bad, but not great. The reason I have a CT scan every 6 months is because of the dreaded nodule (6mm) I have had for the last 4 years. Well, the good news is, that nodule hasn't change at all, it's holding its own. The not so good news is, I have a NEW nodule. It's very small in size, about 3mm. I even got to see it on my CT scans. It's right next door to the other dreaded nodule. So, now I have TWO nodules is all it is at this time. They are both non-calcified nodules, but still nothing to get my shorts in a knot over.

So, it's not BAD news really!!! Just a bump in the road that we will have to watch. Now instead of every 6 months for a CT I have been bumped up to every 4 months. So, it's back to the drawing board come August. Otherwise, I'm doing Great!

Thank you all for your very kind words and for your words of support. It really does help to have someone hold your hand. (((((GROUP HUG)))))

[tnmynatt]

Connie,

Praying that the new nodule just sits there or goes away. You are an inspiration! Take care.

[Debi]

Connie,

Congratulations on the 12 years- you show everyone how it's done!!!!

Sorry the new nodule showed up but since the other one hasn't grown, I'm sure this one will do the same. Just sucks that you have to have an extra worry.

[Wendy]

Dear Connie,

12 years is so amazing! After all this time, the new nodule has to be a fluke. You have been through alot the last couple of years - I am betting the nodule will be gone in August.

I want to thank you for your support and friendship. Over the past 12 years you have given so much to other survivors and caregivers alike. You are always willing to offer advise, hope, comfort, a shoulder to cry on or a good laugh. Your dedication to helping others touched by LC has been felt by many. You truly are one of gods angels.

Cheers to many more anniversaries!

Wendy

[teriw]

Connie,

12 years is just amazing. I'm sorry to hear there's a new bump in the road. I'm sure it's not at all what you were expecting. Hoping it just sits there or goes away.

Thanks for being such an inspiration and support to everyone here all of the time. Not just for sharing your own story, but for taking the time to share the stories of your friends (like your long-term sclc friends) that you think might prop someone else up. It's invaluable.

[carolhg]

Connie,

I certainly hope and pray that this new nodule is just a nodule with no medical significance. God Bless you Connie.

Carol

[ursol]

Connie, Congratulations on the 12 years. That is awesome. I'm sorry to hear about the new nodule but hopefully you will just watch it for the next many years.

Lilly

[J.C.]

Connie,

Congratulations on the twelve years

and hoping the small new nodule

just stays that way.

Already you are prepared with four

months check up and will do great.

Love

Jackie

[alexan]

Dear Connie, you scared me for a second !!! O well one more nodule, is a pain and something that we don't want. But I am so happy for you even if you have to watch this 2 little monster for 50 years.

Congratulations for the 12

hugs & prayers bucky

[Geri]

Anyone have a grader??

Just hate these bumps in the road, even these penny-ante nodule bumps.

Stay strong my friend,

Geri

[Heather_T]

Will keep prayers that these darn nodules just go away.

[Donna G]

Nodules, Nodules. Wish they had a sign saying "NOT TO WORRY ABOUT" hung on them. Great that the 1st one is behaving and not changing. Do you suppose it sent for a friend to keep it company as long as it is not going anywhere?

Take care my friend.

Donna G