Pink isn't really my favorite color any more. It was when I was 16 as is true of many 16 year old girls. Then I grew out of it. My blog however, can manage to wear pink for a few weeks in October to honor the fact that on October 21st I will celebrate the 12th anniversary of my Breast Cancer surgery. It also happens to be Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I was one of the lucky ones who caught it early in a self-exam. I was 32 years old.
I did great, and I remain well today.(Knock wood!) I would love for everyone else to have the same opportunity!
If your over 40 or have family history of breast or gynecological cancer, please, with the advice of your doctor,have a mammogram or an ultra sound done. Please do your monthly self exams.
Need a line - American Cancer Society 1-800-ACS-2345 OR
www.cancer.org
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Many, many congratulations on your good health. - it's truly something celebration-worthy
ReplyDeleteThank you Anna for this post - it's such an important reminder for all of us! And I'm so happy that you are healthy and strong and doing well - I've been there (3 years) and it is just so important to be screened and to check ourselves each month - knowledge is power and can save lives :)Once again, Thank You!!! You are such a special lady - I'm so glad that we got a chance to meet :)
ReplyDeleteLife in Recipes - Thank you so much! I try to remember to rejoice every day, but this time of year is special to me. Both sweet, and bitter.
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Tami - You are very welcome, and thank you in return. Congratulations on your 3 years! I wouldn't choose this for anyone, but I am proud to fight it alongside someone as wonderful as you.
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