I have so much to my survival story that i hope i can sum it up in such a short space. I was diagnosed with breast cancer in April 2009. I have three children that i have raised on my own for 10 years. I went through a double mastectomy with tissue expanders placed at same time. I had chemo and am on tomoxifen. December i had gallbladder surgery that wasnt related to the cancer. Went through the reconstruction part of filling the expanders and developed an infection and a big hole in my left breast. So that had to be removed and i had to wait for the implant surgery. They also have to borrow the muscle from my back to replace lost tissue from the infection. Two weeks ago i had a total hysterectomy. I had developed the cancer in my cervix. I still am recovering and still face reconstructive surgery. My children have been such a blessing through all of this. I cant believe how they have handled it so strong and helped me so much. Sure they had bad times and we always talk when they want to. I was blessed to find god again. The power of his love, the scriptures and feeling his spirit within me has been the only way that i have made it through some times. I just found out yesterday that once again, someone i know has breast cancer. I feel so strong to help her in anyway i can because i didnt have anyone that knew what i would be going through. Ive written to her and sent her a card and hope when she is ready will reach out. I feel like i need to help. God bless all those fighting now and the survivors.
Laura, Cincinnati, Ohio
Cincinnati, OH
