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Graduated yesterday Friday 6/7/13

herdizziness
herdizziness CSN Member Posts: 3,624 Member
in Colorectal Cancer #1

Well, I did it! Started college in 2011 three weeks after my first colon/liver/ureter resection, then continued going during chemo, a heart attack and stent installed 2012 spring semester, then more chemo, then three weeks ago another liver resection during spring 2013 semester I graduated with an Associates degree in Political Science with High Honors.

I never graduated from high school which I've always regretted and I am proud to graduate from college at age 54, so yep, I did it all with the cap and gown and the walk to get the diploma!

I cannot thank enough those of you who encouraged me along the way!  Thank you so much.

Next, onto Cal-State Monterey Bay University!

Check mark one on the bucket list with a lot more to go.

Winter Marie

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  • Sonia32
    Sonia32 CSN Member Posts: 1,071 Member
    #2
    you go girl
    Just thinking how far you have come since you first got here.
    Super proud of you my friend.
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  • wawaju04976
    wawaju04976 CSN Member Posts: 316 Member
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    Congratulations!!!
    Judy

    Congratulations!!!

    Judy

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  • janderson1964
    janderson1964 CSN Member Posts: 2,215 Member
    #4
    That is so awesome and I am

    That is so awesome and I am so proud of you. You just keep adding to an already amazing story.

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  • Lovekitties
    Lovekitties CSN Member Posts: 3,364 Member
    #5
    Time to celebrate!

    I think that you need to submit your story to the Cope magazine too!  It shows what can be accomplished when you set your goals and keep your eye on the prize...regardless of this disease!

    You have done a remarkable job of making every day count!

    Keep up the great work, but take a little time out to celebrate with gusto!!!

    Hugs and love,

    Marie who loves kitties

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  • Annabelle41415
    Annabelle41415 CSN Member Posts: 6,744 Member
    #6
    Congratulations

    That is wonderful news.  I'm very proud of you marching forward going through all you did.  Glad you finally got to wear that cap and gown.

    Kim

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  • Chelsea71
    Chelsea71 CSN Member Posts: 1,169 Member
    #7
    You're an inspiration and you
    You're an inspiration and you should be tremendously proud of yourself. Congratulations.

    Chelsea
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  • marbleotis
    marbleotis CSN Member Posts: 721 Member
    #8
    Fabulous

    Just great!  You are a tremendous role model.

    You also prove that cancer only limits to what we allow.

    We can do anything.....................

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  • danker
    danker CSN Member Posts: 1,276 Member
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    Winter Marie

    Way to go girl! School is much harder for mature adults than for teens and 20somethings. Congratulations!!!

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  • Momof2plusteentwins
    Momof2plusteentwins CSN Member Posts: 509 Member
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    Winter Marie
    What an accomplishment ! Just going through school later in life is harder, but dealing with cancer and all the surgeries you should be really proud. You keep going- the next couple of years should be easier while you're in the swing of things!
    Sandy :)
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  • LivinginNH
    LivinginNH CSN Member Posts: 1,456 Member
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    Congratulations!!  I am so

    Congratulations!!  I am so proud of you earning your degree - it's an incredible achievement that you were able to complete your studies while on chemo and going through the surgeries.  I'm in awe of your fortitude and determination!

    i raise my glass to you - cheers!

    Cynthia

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  • YoVita
    YoVita CSN Member Posts: 590 Member
    #12
    Wow

    Very impressive with all the challenges you've faced.  You should be very proud of yourself.  Congratulations!

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  • fighting_ big_c
    fighting_ big_c CSN Member Posts: 64
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    YoVita said:

    Wow

    Very impressive with all the challenges you've faced.  You should be very proud of yourself.  Congratulations!

    Congratulations !!!

    That is truly amazing !!! I am all hands down to you! Keep up that spirit :)

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  • relaxoutdoors08
    relaxoutdoors08 CSN Member Posts: 521 Member
    #14
    Congratulations You are Awsome!

    Winter,

    congratulatons.  You are a survivor so I know you will continue to do well.  You deserve so much for all you do here for us.  Wishing you good health as you reach for your goals.

    NB

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  • steveandnat
    steveandnat CSN Member Posts: 886
    #15
    Excellent

    What a great accomplishment you respesent everyone so proudly. I hope the healthy younger group knows what you went through so when the complain they can think of you. Pray your next degree comes easier. Jeff

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  • joemetz
    joemetz CSN Member Posts: 493
    #16
    Inspiration

    Winter Marie

    you are a true inspiration to everyone.

    Congrats on your success.

    everyone here at CSN land is so proud!

    Hugs!

    Joe

     

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  • Joy1216
    Joy1216 CSN Member Posts: 290 Member
    #17
    Wow!

    Congratulations on your hard work.  You are a prime example of wanting something badly and not giving up.  Way to go!  I'm looking forward to hearing about you getting your bachelors in a couple of years.

    Joy

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  • thingy45
    thingy45 CSN Member Posts: 632 Member
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    Joy1216 said:

    Wow!

    Congratulations on your hard work.  You are a prime example of wanting something badly and not giving up.  Way to go!  I'm looking forward to hearing about you getting your bachelors in a couple of years.

    Joy

    You Rock

    You Rock young lady, go girl go !!!!!!

    Fantastic, you did it and now University.  It proofs we are never to old to learn or to dream.

    Congratulations, well done.

     

    Hugs, Marjan

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  • johnnybegood
    johnnybegood CSN Member Posts: 1,117 Member
    #19
    thingy45 said:

    You Rock

    You Rock young lady, go girl go !!!!!!

    Fantastic, you did it and now University.  It proofs we are never to old to learn or to dream.

    Congratulations, well done.

     

    Hugs, Marjan

    great news

    you just keep it up and stay focused on your dreams.you are truly a fighter.congrats graduate...Godbless....johnnybegood

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  • Sundanceh
    Sundanceh CSN Member Posts: 4,392 Member
    #20
    3 Words....

    "You Did It!"

    And 4 More...

    "Very proud of you:)"

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  • jasminsaba
    jasminsaba CSN Member Posts: 157 Member
    #21
    WOW!!!

    Amazing achievement ... congratulations!!! I am so happy for you. Wishing you continuing success and many more years of success.

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