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Anniversaries

Some anniversaries are exciting. Some, not so much. Today marks 8 months since I received some life altering news. I was on the bus, headed to work, and my cell phone rang. Speaking to my doctor I heard the words no one wants to hear, "You have cancer." I haven't made any grand announcements as I have been in treatment and coming to terms with it myself. But today, for some reason, I felt it was time. Time to post it for myself...and maybe even for the hope that others will go see their doctor if something doesn't feel quite right. I will share more of my journey, but for today, it's enough to share, that I am battling breast cancer.

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  1. Oh my gosh! I'm speechless. I have another friend that just started her battle against breast cancer too. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I love the picture of you and sabrina. You are beautiful. Xoxo! Tanya

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