Thursday, June 19, 2008

The Things People Say

Well one thing we know for sure, everybody knows somebody who has had cancer. And everybody's got a story to share. (Note to people who share stories: feel free to share ONLY if the story is uplifting, hopeful, amusing, and doesn't end in a person's death from cancer. Just a tip.)

From Leah: Her friend Pam was diagnosed with a grade 4 tumor in her breast. She's had her surgery doing well and as far as Leah knows, Pam didn't miss a single day of work. That's great news to this workaholic.

From Irene and Maurice: They have a friend who had liver cancer, but was able to regenerate a healthy liver after 1/3 of it was found to be cancer free. Doctors removed the cancerous portion and the patient promptly got back to living life.

From Judi: A family member of hers was diagnosed with cancer and given 6 months to live. He decided to go see Dr. Gonzales in New York City, a well-known alternative medicine doctor. The patient is in remission and doing well. (Let me look for the link to Dr. Gonzalez. I will come back and post it here).

From Dawn: She said, "You can do it, go baby go!" So adorable. Sometimes a person just needs a cute and energetic cheerleader.

Everybody else: Incredible love and support. What an amazing thing.

You help me to remember to live my best life. And that is why cancer is a gift.

Paix - Jen

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