It’s hard to believe a year has passed since my initial diagnosis and grim prognosis. After a year of every three weeks of chemotherapy, I’m happy to report that I’m in a stabilization mode and we are here to CELEBRATE!!!! Yeah!!!! First off, I would like to thank my wonderful team of physicians, Dr. Brad Stoddard, Dr. Pat Gorman, Dr. Allen Salem, and my Oncologist, Dr. Brad Adams and Nurse Practitioner, Mike Parsons. Truly, without them, I would not be here. I would also like to thank all of you, my family and friends, for your continued positive thoughts and ongoing support. You all make my wheels keep spinning.
With that said, I’m not saying this year has been filled with roses. I, we, have certainly had our ups and downs. To be expected of course. But I always like to look at the glass half full versus half empty. This past year, I’ve had the opportunity to see my son graduate from college (and oh so proud of him), my daughter and son-in-law buy their first house, attend my first Relay for Life event (truly an amazing night), catch up with some childhood friends, see the publication of my sons book, The Joey Parker Movement, and the list goes on and on.
As I move into this coming year, I will continue to stay strong and living one day at a time. Each day is a gift that I cherish. Living in the moment, not dwelling on the past, and not worrying about the future is essential. I would like to thank my husband, Dennis, for walking along with me on this unforeseen journey. It doesn’t matter if I’m having a bad day or good day; he’s always there for me. To my kids-what would l do without you? Your daily phone calls, frequent visits, and company to office visits and chemo treatments are so appreciated. To my parents-your endless support means more than I could ever put in words. You are my rock, my foundation that I’m most grateful for.
