This was one tough year!
Between being diagnosed with breast cancer then having so many surgeries, not just one...not just two...but FOUR mastectomies (wheeee!), blood transfusions, daily IV antibiotic for a month, nerve damage in my arm, super de duper high blood pressure, and chemotherapy, I should be the one person who says, "BRING ON 2014!"
But I'm not.
2013 was an amazing year. I managed to connect with so many people about their own trials and tribulations, mostly involving cancer, on my Pink Umbrellas page (http://www.facebook.com/PinkUmbrellas) and then teamed up with Lisa Bull to write Pink Umbrellas: The 12 Days of Devotion to help other women with breast cancer. I've met so many amazing women who needed help or a shoulder to cry on as they battle this yucky disease.
My mother spit out her coffee when I told her that I thought 2013 was amazing. We were sitting in Starbucks after a doctor appointment. She couldn't believe that I not only said that but I actually meant it.
Helping other people cope with their situations has taught me so much about myself. Learning to face surgery after surgery, complication after complication, has taught me patience and acceptance that I'm so happy I am able to share with other people.
This Christmas was extra special as I found a way to thank the people who have supported me...and suffered the most during my on-going battle. I thought I'd share this video with YOU of the highlight of my Christmas!!! <3
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K3aQ68rcKrk
My family...my daughter!...God bless you for your love and support during this unbelievable journey!!! Love you!!!
