Thankful for My Health!

Happy Thanks Giving 2012! I haven't written for 11 months because there hasn't been anything to write about...have no fear, that is good news! I am celebrating 15 months of being healthy and symptom free! "What did it?" everyone asks? Well, I have decided, after months of reflection that it was a combination of things: medicine/science, vitamins, and mind over matter - which includes prayer! The chemo was showing signs of working before we had to stop treatments. The numbness I had in my right arm for years went away after my 5th month of Cytarabine. Then I got religious about my vitamins, and started back on a regular workout routine. Most importantly, I decided I was not going down and I fought back mentally and spiritually. This is the most valuable piece of advice I have for those of you still suffering or fighting a physical illness. Reach down deep inside yourself, confirm your thirst for life with every cell in your body; then expand your heart and soul out into what-ever spiritual universe you believe in and ask for help to win your life back! Yes, I believe that I made up my mind to get better and I did. With all my heart and soul, I prayed for healing, a full recovery, and the strength to get back to living my life the way I was. Besides, I have a lot to live for...my daughter has joined a cheerleading team and is looking forward to many competitions.

My twin boys have started to drive! Two chauffeurs, no waiting!

Don't let go of 'hope'! If you let go of the hope, you are giving in to the fight. I am feeling better than ever and you can too! Good Luck and God Bless!