Reflection on 30 Years

Recently, Cure Cancer Magazine published my article on "Making the Decision You Won't Regret." It has been on my heart to write for many years because sometimes women are forced into making decisions without considering all the relevant information in their case or because certain medical trends are pushing you to make a decision you're not comfortable with. In my case, vital information was missing, i.e., the size of my tumor due to medical negligence, and it continued to go unnoticed until my treatment was completed. It happens more often than you may think. I have now reached the 30-year mark in my cancer journey and my 70th birthday. Nearly half my life has been spent dealing with cancer. It's hard to remember what my life was like before cancer. Most days, I don't think about it, unless I hear the word again, like my recent dermatology diagnosis of basal cell cancer. Basal cell cancer is not breast cancer, but it still brings up old memories. This is a big year for me as a survivor, turning 70, celebrating our 50th wedding anniversary, and 30 years of survivorship. I'm grateful for all these milestones and for the support I've received from those who have accompanied me on my journey. Be grateful for every day and never take good health for granted! Until next time, Connie

Celebrating 30 years of Survivorship