When I was approached to pen an essay for Latina's October issue about my journey with breast cancer, I said yes, but also felt nervous about taking on the assignment. I'd covered breast cancer awareness and survivors' stories for the same magazine in the past so it was a bit surreal that I had now become the subject of a topic I'd written about so many times before. I wasn't sure how I felt about shining the spotlight on myself after knowing how many others had fought before and are still fighting now. What happened to my initial refusal to become a banner woman for this disease? I accepted anyway. More good will come from sharing and giving of oneself than from withholding every bit of you - even the not so pretty parts.
My life is a fairly open book, which is evident through this blog, and I function under the hope that my thoughts and stories somehow inspire someone else walking down a similar path. So maybe my personal essay will bring a little bit of kickass positivity and hope to another trudging through the dark days because as I write in those pages, "You will eventually smile again and focus on your goals, and life just keeps moving on."
I'm so glad you are a survivor. Those 5 more years of treatment will seem long ones - but be happy that you have them!
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DeleteMy aunt just made her 5 year mark! Hoping my sister makes hers.
ReplyDeleteMy aunt told me something that I think is really appropriate. To beat cancer, you aren't just a survivor but a thriver.
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Thanks, ChicagoLady! I hope your family thrives the hell out of this life, too.
DeleteI think I must have missed something in your story because I didn't realize you had suffered from breast cancer. It's an amazing thing to be able to speak openly about your experiences - your story will certainly help and comfort others! I would love to read it!
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DeleteLost In Cheeseland, it's a fairly new addition to my story. I was diagnosed last December so I've spent this year dealing with treatments, doctor's visits, and all the emotional mess. Thanks for the kind words!
DeleteA big YES! to another 5 years of freedom. Good for you for thinking so positively!
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