Once again, I say
THIS is what it's all about. I can feel the warmth and support and appreciate all of the comments.
Stef-
great news on the insurance! And it is funny you said that about being 2 years out. When I was just starting chemo, someone else was finishing rads...just a few months out from me, and it seemed like a lifetime that I would never achieve. Look at us! We did it!
Gail-
Thanks for posting Mel's story. I remember when she wrote it. A nice memory for us.
Becky-
Yes, I just thought about our "Freshman Class" the other day, glad we can toast to our 5 year reunion!
So many of you that go back to the very beginning or close to it....Cathi, MK, Jo-Ann, Julie, Kitty, Debbie, Libby, Vicky, Lauri, Christi....and those I met along the way Shells, Joyce, Candy, Sara, Kathy....and well, I just can't name everyone, but thanks for taking the journey with me...and for bringing me on yours.
To those that suggested retail therapy-
Not a problem! I have coupons and discounts to J.Jill that I plan to use this weekend. I bought a couple things for great bargains last week at TJ Maxx and a couple more things (like a denim Ralph Lauren shirt for $22)..and I got some great jewelry items this year (re-set a number of stones from grandmother's stuff) plus a couple of "good buys" at the department stores...and some cool gloves and scarves....OOh, and birthday money and Chanukah money and bonus money and so much to buy...
L&H,
Lori