One Year "Surgy" for Me...........and Something Less Pleasant

It's so funny how some people can touch your life just by brief postings on an online forum.  You have truly touched mine with your happy and beautiful spirit.  Please know all of my thoughts and prayers are coming your way and I just know that you will reign supreme over the big C as you have the big WL.

Hugs and prayers!!!!

Hi Jenn,

Yes, the internet has made our world smaller and often more friendly.........internet friends are just as real as those we see face to face.  Thank you for your kind words..........and also for your thoughts and prayers.  They are a meaningful combo!

You're doing a wonderful job!  More than half way there already!  Good job..........be proud of yourself!

Ree

Ree, your post ha**** me like a Mack truck. My husband and I will definitely keep you in our prayers. You have already proven you can overcome huge obstacles and you will do the same here. You have always been such a bright spot for me on this forum as I read your posts and am encouraged by your positive attitude. This time is no different even as you face this news. You are one tough Italian lady! I am Italian also, maiden name Cordaro. I am sure we share some of the same type of family stories. Congratulations on your beautiful new grandbaby. We will keep you in our prayers. Keep the good fight and God bless you always.

How very sweet your are, Mimi!  Thank you for the wonderful words.  And I do appreciate the prayers.  I believe they help.

Yes, we Italian women seem to have something more going for us.........OOMPH???  Feistiness?  Both?  Hahaha  Whatever it is, it seems to give us extra strength -- could be the pasta!  Hahaha

Ree xox

Well, I haven't been on OH long enough to be classified as someone who could have helped you along your journey.  You're post touched me very deeply.  I've also had those thoughts that something "bad" may happen now that my life is going well.  I'll think of you often. 

I know a few tough Italians myself...you know the ones who embody the tough natures of their immigrant ancestors who help build this nation piece by piece.  Well, it's time.  It's time to GO TO THE MATTRESSES!!!!  IT IS A WAR AND YOU WILL WIN!!!

We are here.  

Old friends, new friends.......key word is friends!  We all help each other in ways we don't always see. 

LOL  Go to the mattress is such a funny phrase -- but when you understand how the phrase came about, it makes perfect sense!  All I know is that I want to smack the crap out of this disease and I will use every resource I have!

Thank you for your kind words and encouragement -- it means a lot to me.

You are doing really well already -- keep it up.  Savor this process -- it's remarkable and will bring you joys day after day.

Ciao my new amica

You are amazing. You will beat this. I know you can do it. You've come so far and you're a fighter. I've been in awe of you for so long, now you never give up, never let it get you too far down.

I'm very sorry and I'm standing behind you with a lot of hugs. Love you, girlfriend.

Awwwww, Candy.......you are such a sweet lady!  Thank you so much.  It is I who is in awe of you........you've done an amazing job getting where you are and with good humor and joy!

With the great support from the loving and wonderful people on OH and MFP, I have the best possible support team anyone could ask for.

Thank you for being part of this team!

Love and hugs,

Ree xoxox

Prayers for a full recovery and lots of hugs sent your way.  You have an incredible power from within to overcome this.  Look up and look forward.

Thank you, Melody!  I'm so fortunate to have so many wonderful people sending good thoughts and hugs -- I'll use them to help get me through the rougher spots.  I have great confidence that this is beatable and I'll use inner and outer resources to accomplish a WIN!!!