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A little over a year ago, I was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma. I went through 12 rounds of chemotherapy and was declared in remission in August. I still deal with the effects of treatment, including bouts of fatigue and ongoing neuropathy (nerve pain) in my hands and feet... They say that dealing with a serious illness changes you forever, and not just physically... Chemo burned out my insides; I thought it would have knocked me down lower than I've ever been before. But instead it created a phoenix slowly rising from the ashes... Life is more meaningful than it's ever been, even before I got sick.

bleurowz 8 Feb 16
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Thank you all for your wonderful comments. Been a bit of a delay for me to follow up with responses. I appreciate all the good wishes.

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So sorry for your long road, so happy you're coming back! I delivered for meals on wheels. One of my people on my route would always ask what's dessert. I'd tell her and she would eat that first. I asked her why she always are dessert first. She replied " est dessert first besides life is uncertain." wise words!!!

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I found that people who had the same diagnosis and treatment had wildly different stories. I think attitude has a lot to do with that. I wish you continued health and recovery.

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I had a relatively easy time with cancer as I had no chemo so I consider myself very fortunate.
But I was initially told I was stage 4 and was 2 weeks before that information was corrected.

Facing death changes a person. Happy it was for the better with you and I

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I know only people who have died of cancer. So I understand when you are happy. I only hope that your recovery continues. You have great courage😉

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Thanks for giving your story. That's fantastic. We wish you the very best as you rebuild.

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My friend, I am so glad you are on the mend! I have a great-nephew who developed leukemia his senior year in highschool. He got treatment and recovered, then went to a camp in Minnesota (I can't recall all details) and met a young girl there, recovering from your condition. They both got masters degrees and are teachers with 2 beautiful young children, now! Life goes on...claim yours and take whatever time you need to get back to your 'good as new' self! My very best to you...

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Thank you for sharing your journey. Keep on living your life your way. I hope you are able to continue getting the medical treatment you need. Please keep us updated with your progress.

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Good to read. Sounds like you came through a lot better than most of us would have. Uplifting

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Get Well and live Long.

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