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3 milestones this year

fedester
fedester CSN Member Posts: 753 Member
edited March 2014 in Colorectal Cancer #1
hi semis,
well even though i am having some bumps in the road lately(job, dad 85 fighting bladder cancer) i have celebrated 3 milestones this year
1, i turned 50
2, i pasted 4 years out
3, and the most important to me is my daughter turned 21 on june 26th and i was able to be here.
and there is a 4th, i get up everyday because of the man upstairs.
yes we all have a lot to be thankful for.
be well semi's and never,ever give up.
bruce
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  • Unknown
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  • tootsie1
    tootsie1 CSN Member Posts: 5,044 Member
    #3
    Bruce, I take care of my 2 young grandsons every day, and I was just thinking yesterday that the 1 year old was just 6 months old when I was diagnosed. It made me realize once again how glad I am to be here for all the special moments. Glad about all your milestones!

    Gail
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  • KathiM
    KathiM CSN Member Posts: 8,028 Member
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    Welcome to the 2nd half of your life!!!!

    I turned 50 almost 3 years ago, July 29th...

    I am 2 years out from any treatment from either cancer (I wanted more...so not just the rectal, had to have breast also...lol...)

    So, I share with you the celebration! And, yes, my prayers include you all, every night...

    Hugs, Kathi
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  • betina61
    betina61 CSN Member Posts: 642 Member
    #5
    Yes Bruce, you have come a long way,and is true we survivors will never give up.
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  • RunnerZ
    RunnerZ CSN Member Posts: 185
    #6
    Awesome Bruce! Those are great milestones. We, as survivors, have the privilege of celebrating so many things that people take for granted. I had my first post-surgical chemotherapy treatment on my youngest son's first birthday. I remember sitting at his little party, with a smiley face cake, hoping that I would be around for a few more birthdays. Well, he turns 10 in a few days and I've been there for each birthday! Keep up the great work and keep enjoying some part of each great day!
    John Z.
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  • hopefulone
    hopefulone CSN Member Posts: 1,043 Member
    #7
    Bruce... yep there are always bumps in the road. Keep inspiring all and we all have something to be thankful for every day.
    Keeping your dad and you in my prayers.
    God Bless,
    Diane
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  • Moesimo
    Moesimo CSN Member Posts: 1,072 Member
    #8
    I am sorry about your dad.

    You do have alot to be thankful for. Life does go on after cancer.

    Maureen
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  • StacyGleaso
    StacyGleaso CSN Member Posts: 1,233 Member
    #9
    Very well-stated, Bruce!

    There are times we need to appreciate every thing life has to offer and see the good in the little things in life, and you have truly learned to do that.

    I love your outlook on life and wish you continued success!!!!!!!!

    Hugs,

    Stacy
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  • jenalynet
    jenalynet CSN Member Posts: 361 Member
    #10
    I agree we do have lots to be thankful for. I don't think I ever realized this until I was diagnosed Stage 4 rectal cancer in 2005. Hugs to you, Audrey.
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  • taraHK
    taraHK CSN Member Posts: 1,952 Member
    #11
    Congratulations on all these milestones. Yea. I turned 50 too this year. Ain't it sweet. Tara
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