mhutch1366 Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Well, I made it another year. Scary, with what they're telling me now. Yes, I've paid a physical price with this "new normal", but I'm here in fact. That says it all. Thank you all for your kindnesses, and your forgiveness for my more recent neglect of everybody here -- I have to use computer at work, and we all know how that goes. Meanwhile, I understand they've improved on the technique used in my surgery, so the next guy won't be shrinking and have to lose the collarbone. That seems to be working out well. I am counting my blessings that I have a job -- too many friends been RIF'd this last six months -- and protection from losing that and my health insurance. My kids are still healthy, growing, parents still alive -- I won't complain. I feel as though I'm aging twice as fast as anyone else my age or maybe that s just what happens when you become eligible for AARP. Blessings to all of you. And never stop believing in hope. XOXOXOXOXOXOX MaryAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandraL Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Wow. Congratulations Maryann. I was not familiar with your story and just love it when long term survivors check in. Many many more Sandra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 I am so happy for you Mary Ann. Great news . I was just thinking I should call for a "meeting" of us Pancoast tumor survivors, wondering how everyone was. I tell you all our treatment and surgery we had really wipes you out. My 2 broken ribs have never healed so at times I am conscious about them. I signed up at Curves , trying to get some stamina back. The good news is I will be an 11 year survivor in December! Thanks for keeping us posted. Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 MaryAnn!!!!!!!! When did you see Dr. Schrump? I am thrilled that you are, indeed, still here! You mentioned that it's scary as with what they're telling you now.WHAT are they telling you now? You KNOW I want to know. I also know about not feeling quite up to snuff. But we ARE here for some reason, I have to think. You know I am here only because of You, friend. Call me sometime so we can catch up. And I'm sorry about having no computer. Did the laptop finally bite the dust? I'd be lost without mine. I love you and so does Fred, Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Congratulations Maryann!! Cheers to many more celebrations ahead, Wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recce101 Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 Congratulations on another year, MaryAnn! But don't be a stranger — we miss you and your floppy-eared companion. Aloha, Ned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce u Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 Congratulations Maryann !!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyman35 Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 Way to go Maryann. Congrats on 8 years and many, many more. Denise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 Hi Stranger, very happy for all the good news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debi Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 MaryAnn, Congratulations!!! Good to see that dog driving around!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowflake Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 Wonderful news, MaryAnn! Always nice to see a familiar face after an absence. May all your scans be clear! xxoo, Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 That is truly BEAUTIFUL news! Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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