Alisa Posted May 6, 2008 Share Posted May 6, 2008 Hello all! I just got my latest chest scan reports back and I am still NED (8 years)! I am so blessed and so grateful. I still can't believe it. It was the first time I had a CT without contrast. I've had "very small ground glass opacities" that have remained unchanged since 2003. All doctors assume it's scar tissue from my surgery. The report said they still remain unchanged and after all this time, the drs. said if it was anything, they would have changed. I still wish they wouldn't show up at all though. But I won't look for trouble .... I was diagnosed in 2000, when my twins were in 4th grade and I didn't know if I would make their elementary school graduation. Well, I'm still here, and they graduate high school next month! Yep, they are the babies in my avatar. I will update the picture with one from their HS graduation next month. My next goal - to be at their College Graduation. Both twins accepted at Stony Brook University in New York. I am so proud of them. They will be in the dorms, but are close enough to come home on weekends (2 hour Long Island Railroad into NYC). They told their college advisor (who told me without them knowing) that they wanted to stay in NY in case my cancer came back and I needed them. Of course when I heard that, I cried in the advisor's office like a baby. But I am happy with their decision. It's a good college and I am glad they are close to come home on weekends when they want. Well, I wanted to share my good news with you all. I'm ok until my next scan in January. I'm copying this to my other boards (ACOR and the AOL board), so I'll see some of you there. Love, Alisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patti B Posted May 6, 2008 Share Posted May 6, 2008 Alisa- You absolutely rock!!!!! 8 years!!!!! What an inspiration you are!!! Keep up the good work, girl!!!! Hugs - Patti B. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted May 6, 2008 Share Posted May 6, 2008 Alisa, I love reading this post. Sharing your story and results gives so much hope to others. May you see those babies graduate and on and on and on and on. God Bless, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peebygeeby Posted May 6, 2008 Share Posted May 6, 2008 So great Alisa! May the good news just keep coming! Gail Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted May 6, 2008 Share Posted May 6, 2008 Kudos Congrats and Big Hugs! Great news Alisa!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharonjo Posted May 7, 2008 Share Posted May 7, 2008 Congratulations Alisa! I am so happy to read your post! You give us all hope. Keep up the good work. God Bless, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debi Posted May 7, 2008 Share Posted May 7, 2008 Alisa, Wow, that is so awesome - congrats - 8 YEARS!!! I know exactly how you feel, that amazement, that here you are and your boys are graduating college!! Amazing stuff - this surviving!!! Wish you the best!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missyk Posted May 7, 2008 Share Posted May 7, 2008 So happy to hear NED is still in residence!! AWESOME news! I love it! Here's to 8 more...and then 8 more...and then 8 more! (You get the picture!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted May 7, 2008 Share Posted May 7, 2008 Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted May 7, 2008 Share Posted May 7, 2008 This is AWESOME WONDERFUL NEWS! Way to ROCK Alisa!! You've made my day!!!!!!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newfie Boy Posted May 7, 2008 Share Posted May 7, 2008 Congratulations on 8 years. Twins University graduation, weddings, grandkids first day at school,.... you have alot more celebrations to look forward too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recce101 Posted May 7, 2008 Share Posted May 7, 2008 CONGRATULATIONS! Aloha, Ned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leela Posted May 8, 2008 Share Posted May 8, 2008 Congratulations, Alisa! Thanks for sharing your news. You are an inspiration to us all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted May 8, 2008 Share Posted May 8, 2008 Alisa, Wow, 8 YEARS that's awesome, way to kick *ss!!!!!! So happy for you and your family! Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarGre Posted May 8, 2008 Share Posted May 8, 2008 Your news is wonderful! I could really relate to your story, as I wondered at dx if I'd see my son graduate from high school, and I am. It's always great to hear good news. Marcia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe B Posted May 8, 2008 Share Posted May 8, 2008 Great News!! You certainly are a real inspiration for so many. Congratulations !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LovesLife Posted May 10, 2008 Share Posted May 10, 2008 Alisa - WOW, 8 years! Congratulations!!!! I can't wait to see the difference in your twins...from diapers to grad gowns and caps-amazing! What a great job you did with them too - wanting to stay close to mom in case you need them - I would say they need you just as much. Thank you for continuing to inspire everyone that has had lung cancer invade their lives -you are amazing!!! Linda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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